https://www.marinelink.com/news/silversea-takes-delivery-new-cruise-ship-513704

Silversea, under the Royal Caribbean Group, has recently acquired its latest addition, Silver Ray, marking the second ship in its esteemed Nova Class, sourced from the renowned shipbuilder Meyer Werft in Germany. Boasting a gross tonnage of 54,700 and a capacity to accommodate 728 passengers, Silver Ray stands as a pinnacle of energy efficiency and luxury in the realm of expedition cruise ships, alongside its sibling, Silver Nova. Distinguishing features of Silversea's Nova Class encompass an innovative asymmetrical design and an expansive 4,000 square meters of exterior glass.

 After traversing approximately 40 kilometers along the River Ems from Meyer Werft's shipyard in Papenburg in late April, Silver Ray concluded its rigorous technical and nautical sea trials in the North Sea on May 8. Scheduled to embark on its maiden voyage from Lisbon come June 15, Silver Ray is poised to grace the Mediterranean waters for its inaugural season before embarking on a transatlantic journey to the Americas, slated for December 2024. This milestone underscores Silversea's commitment to delivering unparalleled luxury and cutting-edge design within the cruising industry.