Paul Gauguin
activeBuilt 1996
1284/2k Berlitz
GRT
19 170
Guests
352
Crew
217
Crew:Guest
1:1.6
Length
153m
Space Ratio
54.5
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History
AI-generatedBuilt at Chantiers de l'Atlantique in France and completed in 1997, MS Paul Gauguin primarily operates cruises throughout the South Pacific. The vessel was originally registered in France before changing to Bahamian registry, then returned to French registry under Wallis & Futuna when acquired by Ponant. The ship was modified to use low-sulphur marine gas oil as part of environmental improvements.
Vessel Timeline
25 Apr 1997
Launched
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
31 Dec 1996
Paul Gauguin
Ponant
At a Glance
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Christened
Port Everglades, Florida, December 18, 1997
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Built By
Chantiers de l’Atlantique
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Identity
IMO Number9116868
Call SignC6TH9
Flag StateWallis and Futuna
Port of RegistryMata-Utu
Former NamesPaul Gauguin (Regent Seven Seas, 1998-2010)
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Construction
ShipyardChantiers de l’Atlantique
Float OutApril 25, 1997
DeliveredDecember 31, 1996
ChristeningDecember 18, 1997
Christening PortPort Everglades, Florida
Est. price (CIN)$150M
Price per berth$426 136
Price per GT$7825
In 2026 dollars$312M
Per berth (2026$)$886 364
Per GT (2026$)$16 275
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Dimensions
153m
Length
21m
Beam
5.15m
Draft
Gross Tonnage (GRT)19 170
Length BP153.64 m
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Capacity
352
Guests
217
Crew
160
Cabins
Space Ratio54.5
Crew:Guest Ratio1:1.6
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Propulsion
18kts
Max Speed
Propulsion TypeDiesel-Electric
Max Speed18 kts
Fuel TypeDiesel-electric
Reviews & Ratings
Berlitz / Insight Guides
4 Stars
1284/ 2,000 pts
Source: Berlitz Cruising & Cruise Ships
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