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Norwegian Breakaway

Norwegian Breakaway

activeBuilt 2012
Norwegian Cruise LineBreakawayActive🇧🇸 Bahamas
GRT
145 655
Guests
3963
Crew
1657
Crew:Guest
1:2.4
Length
326m
Space Ratio
36.8
Current position
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History
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Norwegian Breakaway is the first ship in Norwegian Cruise Line's Project Breakaway, with her name selected through a public contest. The ship was christened by The Rockettes and became the largest cruise ship homeported year-round in New York City, offering seven-night cruises to Bermuda and the Caribbean. Notable onboard features include a restaurant by Geoffrey Zakarian, a Second City comedy club, and hull art designed by Peter Max.

Vessel Timeline
21 Sept 2011
Keel Laid
Meyer Werft
30 Apr 2013
Launched
Meyer Werft
31 Dec 2012
Norwegian Breakaway
Norwegian Cruise Line
At a Glance
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Godmother
The Rockettes
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Christened
New York City, May 8, 2013
Maiden Voyage
April 30, 2013
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Built By
Meyer Werft
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Build Country
Germany
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Class Society
DNV
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Identity
IMO Number9606912
MMSI311050800
Call SignC6ZJ3
Flag State🇧🇸 Bahamas
Port of RegistryNassau
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Construction
ShipyardMeyer Werft
Build Country🇩🇪 Germany
Keel LaidSeptember 21, 2011
Float OutApril 30, 2013
DeliveredDecember 31, 2012
Yard NumberS678
ClassificationDNV
GodmotherThe Rockettes
ChristeningMay 8, 2013
Christening PortNew York City
Maiden VoyageApril 30, 2013
Est. price (CIN)$840M
Price per berth$211 961
Price per GT$5767
In 2026 dollars$1193M
Per berth (2026$)$301 035
Per GT (2026$)$8191
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Dimensions
326m
Length
52m
Beam
8.7m
Draft
Gross Tonnage (GRT)145 655
Net Tonnage (NT)145 655
Length BP325.64 m
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Capacity
3963
Guests
1657
Crew
2014
Cabins
Guests (max)4819
Space Ratio36.8
Crew:Guest Ratio1:2.4
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Propulsion
22kts
Max Speed
62 400kW
Power
Engine TypeMAN Diesel & Turbo
Propulsion TypeAzipod
Bow Thrusters3
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Onboard
18
Decks
Onboard Highlights
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Norwegian Breakaway measures 326 metres in length with a beam of 52 metres and spans 18 decks. She has a gross tonnage of 145,655 and accommodates 3,963 passengers on a lower berth basis across 2,014 cabins. The ship carries a crew of 1,657 and operates at a service speed of 22 knots.

Reviews & Ratings
CruiseCritic
4.2/ 5.0
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