MS Europa 2

Europa 2 entering Southampton Water
History
NameEuropa 2
OperatorHapag-Lloyd cruises
Port of registryValletta,  Malta
BuilderSTX Europe, Saint-Nazaire, France
Laid down7 February 2012
Launched6 July 2012
Christened10 May 2013
Acquired26 April 2013
Maiden voyage11 May 2013
Identification
StatusIn service
NotesWhen docked can plugin to external power and turn-off engines
General characteristics
Tonnage42,830 GT
Length225.62 m (740 ft)
Beam26.70 m (88 ft)
Draught6.3 m (21 ft)
Decks7 passenger decks
PropulsionDiesel-electric with four MaK 6M43C, 24 MW total
Speed21 knots
Capacity516 passengers
CrewMore than 370

MS Europa 2 is a cruise ship operated by Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, a German-based cruise line. She entered service in May 2013.