The Edge-class party won’t be done with the debut of Celebrity Xcel later this year as a sixth ship in the popular class was just ordered by Celebrity Cruises’ parent company Royal Caribbean Group. The agreement contingent on financing was announced Tuesday with French shipyard Chantiers de l’Atlantique,

Royal Caribbean Group has signed an agreement with Chantiers de l'Atlantique to order a sixth Edge Series ship for delivery to Celebrity Cruises in 2028. Edge 6 or “Xcel 2” will be the sister-ship to Celebrity Xcel, which is preparing to take its inaugural sail later this year.

Celebrity Cruises has ordered a sixth Edge Series ship, slated for delivery in 2028, in partnership with Chantiers de l'Atlantique.

Dream Makers will put their design, experiential and foodie skills to the test on Celebrity’s newest ship, making decisions across key spaces, including the ship’s seven, new, yet-to-be-revealed experiences. Dream Makers will make their mark on the Celebrity Xcel by:

Celebrity Cruises will be adding a sixth vessel to its outstanding Edge class with the new ship due for delivery in 2028.