Costa Cruises Gears Up For Peak Winter Season With Key Ship Maintenance

Costa Cruises has recently finalized standard dry-docking on two of its key ships, Costa Smeralda and Costa Fortuna. These maintenance activities are required to ensure that the ships are ready for the winter travel schedule in Europe. Costa Smeralda, which operates on LNG, is due for its dry-docking at the Chantier Naval de Marseille shipyard in France in late November 2025. Likewise, Costa Fortuna also performed technical maintenance and general dry-dock maintenance at the same place. The dry docking of the two vessels proves Costa Cruises efforts to keep the standards of safety, comfort, and performance at the very best level for the guests on board. Now that both of the ships are ready to sail for the winter, they are expected to provide their passengers with awesome experiences in the Mediterranean.

Costa Smeralda: Set to Start Western Mediterranean Cruises

Costa Smeralda is one of the most high tech ship`s in Costa Cruises’ fleet, and will begin operating winter voyages once again this week after wrapping up dry-dock maintenance. The ship uses LNG and has been in service since 2019, and after arriving at the Chantier Naval de Marseille for routine maintenance, the ship was celebrated by Costa for the completion of the dry-dock, calling it a landmark event for the vessel itself and showcasing how the shipyard and Costa’s hardworking employees work together to cross the finish line.

About that same time, Costa Cruises took the time to thank Captain Giovanni Cosini and maintenance crew members for their dedication in doing the work that was needed promptly to get the ship out of dry-dock and begin serving clientele six night voyages across the Western Mediterranean. The ship’s schedule includes stops at Marseille, France, Barcelona, Spain, Palermo, Italy, and Tunis, Tunisia.

Costa Smeralda keeps impressing customers with the innovative LNG vessels and Mediterranean voyages this winter season. Costa saves and burns LNG while making it possible to enjoy this beautiful part of the world. Whether it be the historic sites of Barcelona or the beautiful beaches of Tunisia, the Mediterranean will be traveled in an eco-friendly manner while enjoying a modern boat.

Costa Fortuna: The Last Goodbye and Cruz Legacy

While Costa Smeralda heads into the winter season, the older and beloved vessel, Costa Fortuna, is also in her last pre-pause maintenance. Fortuna managed to sneak in a brief stint of drydock routine maintenance window at the Center Naval de Marseille from the end of November to early December 2025. The 2003 Voyager completed the expected in-service maintenance and class inspections for her last set of cruises.

Costa Fortuna will cruise the Madeira and the Canary Islands during her final season with Costa Cruises. After a season of cruising in 2026, she will change cruise lines and continue her career with Margaritaville at Sea. Costa Fortuna will be taking on the title of the Beachcomber. This ship will be given a refurb in a European port, and only after she is able to sail her new owner’s itinerary.

The refurbished Beachcomber will set sail with her first guests on a cruise in the Bahamas and the Caribbean in early 2027. The cruise ship will have new public spaces and an updated design, so guests will enjoy a modern cruise experience.

An Unsurpassed Commitment to Quality Maintenance  

The upgrades to Costa Smeralda and Costa Fortuna, as well as the upkeep to the docks, highlight Costa Cruises’ Commitment to the care and contentment of their clientele. Maintenance is essential to the core business of the company. Costa Cruises is recognized worldwide for its unmatched operational excellence. Each vessel is subjected to considerable review, and is fully updated to guarantee that every component of the ship is operating in a manner that enhances the experience customers enjoy while cruising the ship.  

The partnerships Costa Cruises has formed with shipyards like Chantier Naval de Marseille underscore the Confidence the company places upon these partnerships in the assistance of Quality. Investments in scheduled dry docks and maintenance routines, Costa Cruises uplifts the experience of its clientele while providing a balance in the Protection and Usability of its fleet.

How Costa Cruises Uses Drydocking

To keep its ships in good shape, Costa Cruises uses drydocking, which is a vital part of the cruising business. This includes technical maintenance, safety assessments, and cosmetic changes. Keeping Costa Cruises’ ships in shape so they are ready to tackle the numerous annual voyages is a big part of why Costa Cruises does maintenance the way it does. Being the industry leader is made possible by their dominant approach in the field.

Customers are in good hands now that drydocking is completed on Costa Smeralda and Costa Fortuna. Smooth Mediterranean voyages will be on Costa’s premium ships, a hallmark of the Costa Cruises experience.

Conclusion: Ready for an Unforgettable Winter Season

Following the routine drydocks of Costa Smeralda and Costa Fortuna, Costa Cruises can provide customers with unparalleled travel experiences and journeys for the coming winter in the Mediterranean. Whether traversing the Mediterranean’s unforgettable cities aboard the Costa Smeralda or traveling on the Costa Fortuna’s farewell cruise to the Canary Islands and Madeira, these ships offer remarkable memories. With Costa maintaining the ships, customers can relax knowing that they can receive a safe and comfortable travel experience with peace of mind and will enjoy each cruise.

While Costa Cruises anticipates a busy winter for the company, work will continue on the vessels in the Costa Cruises’ fleet to ensure the company and each of its guests receive the best possible cruising experience. The work completed on the Costa Smeralda and Costa Fortuna is a testament to the work that will continue to be done so that Costa Cruises can provide its global customers with world-class travel experiences.

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