Scenic Group has announced that work has officially commenced on its next-generation superyacht, Emerald Kaia, the latest addition to Emerald Cruises luxury yacht fleet.
The first sheets of steel for the hull of Emerald Kaia were officially cut on Thursday, 22 August in Vietnam following an intimate ceremony at Halong Shipbuilding Company with key notable figures present including Mr. Nguyen Tuan Anh, General Director of the shipyard and Mr. Ivo Skelin, General Manager Nautical and Technical – Asia Scenic Group. The milestone marks progress for the construction of Emerald Kaia, reaffirming Emerald Cruises’ pioneering spirit in luxury yacht cruising. A keel-laying ceremony is expected to take place in three months.
“We are thrilled to announce construction has begun on Emerald Kaia, following the cutting of the first steel in Vietnam,” said Glen Moroney, Chairman and Founder of Scenic Group. “Building on the spectacular success of the first two yachts in Emerald Cruises fleet, this pivotal expansion not only reflects the soaring interest and desire for luxury ocean yachts, however, also reinforces our commitment to setting new standards in maritime excellence.”
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Sailing to some of the most captivating destinations and coastlines from April 2026, Emerald Kaia will offer unrivalled luxury ocean yacht experiences, from the Mediterranean and Adriatic to the Aegean Seas and the Seychelles Islands.
As the latest innovation in the Emerald Cruises portfolio, Emerald Kaia aims to redefine luxury at sea with its exceptional amenities, offering unparalleled experiences for travellers on board. Spanning 120m, the ship will feature increased capacity to accommodate 128 guests. Blending luxury with adventure, every detail has been crafted to ensure a journey that is not only impressive but truly immersive.
Emerald Kaia features new enhancements and larger spacious areas. These include a reimagined Sky Deck offering private cabanas and a new internal Sky Lounge, providing a luxurious open-air experience for guests to take in the expansive scenic views. The popular Marina complemented by a new Marina Lounge now offers a wider range of water sports activities. At the front of the ship, the Observation Sun Deck features a Spa Pool and sun lounges, providing guests more options to relax while on board.The new 2024-2027 Cruise Planner from Emerald Cruises is now available, offering the full collection of Mediterranean, Caribbean and Seychelles Islands cruises across the fleet. For those wishing to book an experience on board Emerald Kaia, bookings are now open for the 8-day Adriatic cruises, from $9,045 per person* twin share.
*Based on the 8-day Croatian Coast & Best of the Adriatic cruise (E02D) departing 11 July, 2026 in a D category cabin with a Super Earlybird Offer where full payment is made 10 months prior to departure.
