HORIZONS: €38 million naval glazing contract for five new vessels

Somec S.p.A. announces that its Horizons: Engineered Systems of Naval Architecture and Building Façades Division has secured a new contract with a total value of 38 million Euro.

The contract covers the supply and installation of marine glazing systems for five newbuild cruise vessels, commissioned by a leading French shipbuilding group for two major international cruise lines. The scope of work includes traditional glazing for all balcony cabins and suites, alongside Somec’s proprietary Automatic Vertical Sliding Windows (AVSW). These systems are engineered to ensure peak comfort during transit and are increasingly appreciated by clients for their superior performance in terms of safety, weather-tightness, and acoustic insulation. Developed and patented entirely by Somec – a global benchmark for cruise ship glazing systems for over thirty years – this unique system seamlessly integrates technology and design. It transforms the window into a genuine “infinite balcony”, extending the living area while affording an entirely unobstructed sea view.

Operations are scheduled to commence in the third quarter of 2026 and will run through to 2031, with the related financial impact distributed across the entire period.