Disney Voyage Departs from Wismar - Final Sail for Shipyard Docking
The Disney Adventure, a colossal cruise ship measuring 342 meters in length, is set to make its grand entrance in Singapore, marking a significant milestone for both the Disney Cruise Line and the growing cruise destination.
Originally planned to carry up to 9,500 passengers, the Disney Adventure was initially called Global Dream but was later renamed. The ship was built in Wismar, Germany, a town that is now entering a new era with the takeover of its shipyard by Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS), focusing on naval ships and submarines.
The journey of the Disney Adventure, however, has been far from smooth. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a collapse in the cruise industry, leading to financial trouble for the ship's original owners, Genting Hongkong. This predicament affected the ship's delivery process, with the Meyer shipyard from Papenburg taking over the management of the Disney Adventure's refurbishment.
In a bid to reduce its carbon footprint, the Disney Adventure will run on methanol as fuel, a more climate-friendly alternative to heavy oil. The refurbishment of the ship is estimated to have cost around one billion euros.
Before setting sail for Asia, the Disney Adventure will undergo sea trials in the North and Baltic Seas. The first stop during these trials will be Mukran on Rügen for fuel bunkering. During these trials, the Disney Adventure and the Disney Destiny, another newbuild from Meyer Werft, may cross paths.
The long-term home port of the Disney Adventure will be Singapore, from where it is scheduled to depart from 15 December 2025. Initially, short cruises of three to four days through Southeast Asia are planned. Disney is committed to the port at least until 2030.
The Disney Adventure's arrival in Singapore is good news for many employees in Wismar, as the ship's construction meant security and prospects for them. However, it is likely to be the last large civilian ship built in Wismar, marking the end of an era for the shipbuilding town.
As the Disney Adventure prepares for its official handover to Disney in early October in Bremerhaven, it is clear that this ship represents more than just a cruise liner—it symbolises hope, resilience, and a commitment to a greener future for the cruise industry.
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