Revamps, sustainability and new interior features

Meyer Werft is developing an eco-cabin with an emphasis on energy flow, production and retrofitting. This comprehensive approach ensures sustainability considerations permeate all aspects of the cabin’s lifecycle. It highlights some fascinating areas to consider, such as using solar panels integrated into balcony balustrades, designed to power decentralised air conditioning systems.

This is all part of building a circular economy in shipbuilding, something that has been ramping up within the interiors industry. For example, as reported by Passenger Ship Interiors & Refurbishment Review, Holland America Line and woven fabric producer Andriali Contract have clubbed together for a pilot project to recycle and repurpose materials from drydock to further their mission of Circularity in Marine design.

Elsewhere, in one of the largest refurbishment projects ever, Aroya Cruises’ Aroya has been designed to cater to the Arabian market. The first Saudi restaurant at sea, prayer rooms and a large children’s club are among the bespoke tailored amenities. Prior to its acquisition, Aroya sailed as Dream Cruises’ World Dream.

There are also plentiful newbuilds which show a plethora of interesting design features, including Saga River Cruises’ newest addition, Spirit of the Moselle.

It’s all going on in the passenger ship interior market.