The largest cruise ship the world has ever seen will be equipped with VEO’s technology, systems, and products.
VEO is electrifying Royal Caribbean’s new ICON-class ship, Legend of the Seas. The Vaasa-based company has a long-standing collaboration with shipbuilding giant Meyer, which is building the vessel, and has once again earned their trust for this megaproject.
“VEO’s technical expertise, reliability, and deep understanding of the marine industry make them a trusted and valuable partner in our most complex vessel projects,” says Matias Sorsa, System Engineer at Meyer Turku.
Nearly two decades of collaboration
VEO has worked with Meyer for almost 20 years, having delivered more than 20 projects to Meyer’s shipyards in Turku and Papenburg, Germany.
Jakob Lövdahl, VP Sales and Marketing at VEO, sees the collaboration as further proof of the global confidence in Finnish marine technology.
“We’re proud to be a reliable partner in shaping the future of advanced cruise ship technology,” says Lövdahl.
Third in a series of mega ships
Legend of the Seas is scheduled for completion in 2026 and is the third of four planned ICON-class vessels. VEO’s engineers are currently working on the ship’s electrification systems.
Reliable operation at sea requires advanced solutions that ensure energy efficiency, sustainability, and operational security.
“Our solutions ensure efficient and reliable power distribution and monitoring throughout the vessel, no matter the conditions,” says Jouni Rintamäki, Sales Manager at VEO.
The first ship in the ICON class, Icon of the Seas, was launched in early 2024. The second, Star of the Seas, began sea trials in May 2025. A fourth ship is planned for 2027.
Work for VEO’s factory in Vaasa
Each ICON-class delivery includes about 250 metres of switchgear systems, including all the ship’s electrical distribution boards, special control panels, backup systems, and frequency converters. All main switchboards for ICON vessels are manufactured at VEO’s own factory in Vaasa.
The ICON projects also support a wide network of Finnish companies within the marine cluster. For example, the vessels are powered by multi-fuel Wärtsilä engines, and manoeuvring is made flexible by Azipod units.
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