MS Oslofjord

MS Oslofjord is a cruise ship that was built in 1949 by Netherlands Dock and Shipbuilding Company in Amsterdam, Netherlands for Norwegian America Line. The ship was initially used for transatlantic crossings from Norway to the United States, but was later converted into a cruise ship.

History

MS Oslofjord was launched on 1st June 1949 and made her maiden voyage on 22nd November 1950. The ship was designed to carry 620 passengers in two classes, with luxurious accommodations and facilities. The ship was named after the Oslofjord, a fjord in Southeastern Norway.

In 1967, MS Oslofjord was sold to Greek Line and renamed as MS Fulvia. The ship was used for cruising in the Mediterranean and Caribbean. In 1973, the ship was sold again to Costa Cruises and renamed as MS Italia. The ship was used for cruising in the Caribbean until 1980, when she was sold for scrap.

Design

MS Oslofjord was 191.2 meters long, with a beam of 25.6 meters and a draft of 8.2 meters. The ship was powered by two steam turbine engines, which were connected to two propellers. The engines were capable of producing 24,000 horsepower, which gave the ship a maximum speed of 22 knots.

The ship had a total of 10 decks, with passenger accommodations located on seven of them. The ship had a variety of facilities, including a large dining room, a lounge, a cinema, a swimming pool, and a gymnasium.

Legacy

Despite being scrapped in 1980, MS Oslofjord left a lasting legacy in the cruise industry. The ship was one of the first to be designed specifically for cruising, with a focus on passenger comfort and luxury. The ship's design influenced many later cruise ships, and her name is still remembered by many in the industry.