Norwegian Gem
activeBuilt 2006
GRT
93 530
Guests
2394
Crew
1070
Crew:Guest
1:2.2
Length
294m
Space Ratio
39.1
Current position
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History
AI-generatedNorwegian Gem is the final ship of Norwegian Cruise Line's Jewel class and was built by Meyer Werft in Papenburg, Germany. The vessel became notable for rescuing five people from a disabled sailboat in the Atlantic in October 2011, and later faced significant challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the deaths of two crew members aboard the ship.
Vessel Timeline
17 Jun 2006
Keel Laid
Meyer Werft
12 Aug 2007
Launched
Meyer Werft
31 Dec 2006
Norwegian Gem
Norwegian Cruise Line
At a Glance
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Godmother
Cindy Cardella
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Christened
December 18, 2007
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Built By
Meyer Werft
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Build Country
Germany
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Identity
IMO Number9355733
MMSI309951000
Call SignC6VG8
Flag State🇧🇸 Bahamas
Port of RegistryNassau
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Construction
ShipyardMeyer Werft
Build Country🇩🇪 Germany
Keel LaidJune 17, 2006
Float OutAugust 12, 2007
DeliveredDecember 31, 2006
GodmotherCindy Cardella
ChristeningDecember 18, 2007
Est. price (CIN)$700M
Price per berth$292 398
Price per GT$7484
In 2026 dollars$1132M
Per berth (2026$)$472 849
Per GT (2026$)$12 103
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Dimensions
294m
Length
32m
Beam
8.6m
Draft
Gross Tonnage (GRT)93 530
Net Tonnage (NT)93 530
Length BP294.13 m
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Capacity
2394
Guests
1070
Crew
1197
Cabins
Guests (max)2873
Space Ratio39.1
Crew:Guest Ratio1:2.2
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Propulsion
25kts
Max Speed
Propulsion TypePod Propulsion
Max Speed25 kts
Onboard Highlights
AI-generatedNorwegian Gem carries up to 2,394 passengers on a lower berth basis and is supported by a crew of 1,070. The ship has 15 decks and a total of 1,197 cabins. She operates at a service speed of 24 knots.
Reviews & Ratings
Berlitz / Insight Guides
4 Stars
1255/ 2,000 pts
Source: Berlitz Cruising & Cruise Ships
Sources & External Links
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Sister Ships — Jewel
