Portadown-headquartered, The Deluxe Group, has secured a £30 million contract for the interior outfitting of a new cruise ship in Germany.

Scheduled to set sail in the Far East in 2025, this state-of-the-art vessel promises an unparalleled immersive experience for its passengers, setting new standards in the cruise industry.

The Deluxe Group's specialist team will be spending 12 months fitting out dining and entertainment spaces onboard the new vessel in preparation for passengers embarking on an unforgettable cruise experience next year.

Demand for the company's services is rising as themed and immersive entertainment venues gain popularity on cruise ships. This trend follows the award of a multi-venue refurbishment project in France, set to be completed within a fast-paced 30-day dry dock, positioning The Deluxe Group for its busiest year in the marine sector yet.

Prefabrication for these cruise line projects will occur at The Deluxe Group's expanded Portadown workshops, which recently benefited from a £1.5 million investment and the creation of 30 new jobs. The company will use innovative 3D digital technology in the design and manufacturing process, ensuring precision and efficiency to meet the demanding project timelines.

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Colm O'Farrell, Executive Chairman of The Deluxe Group said: "Clients seeking to bring to life their imaginative concepts, now see The Deluxe Group as a one stop shop with our in-house design, joinery and composites workshops pushing the boundaries of creative fabrication."

These new contracts build on The Deluxe Group's impressive portfolio, including its largest project to date in the USA, where a team is currently installing a thrilling experience based on a popular film franchise. Prefabricated at The Deluxe Group's new 40,000 sq. ft. facility near Belfast International Airport, this attraction is set to debut next year at a new theme park in Orlando.

Over the past three years, the company has experienced a 45 per cent increase in export sales, with over half of its revenue now coming from international projects in countries including Japan, Spain and the USA.

In the UK, the company is also well-known for creating luxurious interiors for hospitality venues, high-end retail spaces and branded residential developments, such as the iconic Old War Office by Raffles in London.

Mr. O'Farrell added: "With our new subsidiary in Florida, the home of both the cruise and themed entertainment industries, we are well-positioned to grow our share of the expanding experience economy."

Steve Harper, Executive Director of International Business and Skills at Invest Northern Ireland stated: "The Deluxe Group is a company that is committed to growing in new markets. It is brilliant to see this new contract win build upon its impressive portfolio.

"Wins like this are an example of how the advice and guidance of our trade and in-market teams has a direct impact on a company’s export success. Over the last three years we have helped local companies secure contract wins worth nearly £200 million across GB & Europe. These wins not only contribute to businesses bottom line and future resilience but also help put Northern Ireland on the global stage as a provider of quality goods and services."