Star of the Seas First Departure from Meyer Turku
Introduction
Star of the Seas First Departure marked a major construction milestone as Royal Caribbean’s second Icon Class cruise ship departed Meyer Turku for the first time. The departure represented an important step towards the final construction phase before delivery and entry into service.
Our video captured this memorable moment as Royal Caribbean’s second Icon Class cruise ship left the shipyard basin in Turku, Finland. Watching one of the world’s largest cruise ships begin this stage of her journey was an unforgettable experience for cruise enthusiasts and ship spotters alike. Star of the Seas was delivered to Royal Caribbean in July 2025 after construction at Meyer Turku.
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About Star of The Seas
Star of the Seas is Royal Caribbean International’s second Icon Class cruise ship, built at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Finland. The ship followed the highly successful Icon of the Seas and continued the innovative Icon Class design with modern entertainment, accommodation and family attractions.
Following construction in Turku, Star of the Seas was delivered to Royal Caribbean in July 2025 before entering service from Port Canaveral, Florida.
The First Departure
The first departure from Meyer Turku marked one of the most anticipated milestones during the construction of Star of the Seas.
Leaving the shipyard basin for the first time marked the transition from construction to the final stages before delivery and entry into service.
Leaving Meyer Turku
Our video captured Star of the Seas leaving Meyer Turku for the first time.
Watching the ship slowly depart the shipyard was a memorable experience and highlighted the impressive scale of the Icon Class. Seeing one of the world’s largest cruise ships move through the waterways of Turku was a unique moment for everyone gathered along the shoreline.
As the ship slowly navigated away from the shipyard, spectators gathered along the shoreline to witness this unique occasion. Moments like these are relatively rare, making the first departure of a new cruise ship a special event for both local residents and visitors interested in maritime history.
A Historic Moment for Cruise Ship Enthusiasts
The first departure of a newly built cruise ship is always a memorable event for ship enthusiasts. Unlike the official maiden voyage, this milestone offers a rare opportunity to see the vessel at the very end of the construction process while she was still closely connected to the shipyard where she had been built.
For many visitors gathered along the shoreline in Turku, Star of the Seas’ first departure was an exciting opportunity to witness the impressive size and design of Royal Caribbean’s second Icon Class cruise ship. Seeing the vessel slowly leave the Meyer Turku shipyard highlighted the remarkable engineering and craftsmanship involved in building one of the world’s largest cruise ships.
Although Star of the Seas later entered commercial service and welcomed her first guests, the first departure from Meyer Turku remains an important part of the ship’s history. Events like this continue to attract cruise fans, photographers and ship spotters who enjoy following the progress of new vessels from construction to their first voyages.
Why This Milestone Mattered
Every new cruise ship passes several important construction milestones before entering service.
The first departure from Meyer Turku demonstrated how the project had progressed from construction towards completion. Although additional work continued after the departure, the milestone represented an important step in preparing the ship for delivery to Royal Caribbean and her future voyages.
Watch Our Video
Watch our original video of Star of the Seas departing Meyer Turku for the first time and experience this memorable construction milestone from the shoreline.
Conclusion
Star of the Seas’ first departure from Meyer Turku represented another significant milestone in the development of Royal Caribbean’s Icon Class fleet.
For cruise enthusiasts and ship spotters, witnessing this moment offered a unique opportunity to follow one of the world’s largest cruise ships as she progressed from the shipyard towards her future cruise operations.
Our video preserves this memorable moment and allows viewers to experience one of the most significant milestones in the construction of Star of the Seas.
For the latest information about Star of the Seas, itineraries and onboard experiences, visit the official Royal Caribbean website.
If you’re interested in Royal Caribbean’s newest Icon Class ships, you may also enjoy our article about Legend of the Seas First Sailing.
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