79 station museum, adding an extra layer of richness to the experience as the design came to life. Our extensive in-house expertise, coupled with our adaptive and innovative approach, enabled us to make seamless adjustments and improvements when practical considerations mandated design alterations. These steps were instrumental in fostering creativity, as we utilised our talent and digital technology, including 3D modelling and rendering, to facilitate conceptual visualisation and align design choices with the anticipated passenger experience. While the dining cars were being manufactured at our dedicated 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Newry, and Utopia of the Seas was under construction at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in SaintNazaire, France, MJM project team members conducted site visits working around existing steelwork, piping and other vital ship services. During the site visits, 3D scanning obtained accurate measurements that helped to ensure smooth installation of the dining cars onsite with minimal modifications. Throughout the project, MJM has prioritised due diligence and worked to address the needs of all users to surpass both Americans with Disabilities Act and United States Public Health requirements. We have carefully adapted areas to accommodate diverse needs, such as when our team proposed a design that enabled the removal and subsequent reinstating of the banquette seating with precision to maintain the integrity of the quality finishes. These modifications were essential to enable the venue to accommodate immobile guests without compromising on the final product’s aesthetics. Throughout this journey, different challenges have had to be overcome, such as the incorporation of a secret hidden panel to facilitate swift access to technical components essential for powering the immersive experience in Royal Railway. This will also futureproof this one-of-a-kind facility, as it allows for technological elements to be replaced without any significant disruption to the venue. Each aspect and detail of this project has been rigorously reviewed to maintain the integrity of the finishes and uphold the premium quality of the product. We have combined one off custom-made and hand-crafted finishes with off-the-shelf products to achieve the design brief. To align with Royal Caribbean International’s dedication to environmental sustainability, we incorporated lightweight materials and recycled components where possible. You’ve never been on a cruise ship like this, and I can’t wait for guests to experience it when it makes its debut in July 2024. Fiona Nevin is head of global business development at MJM Marine “ Each aspect and detail of this project has been rigorously reviewed to maintain the integrity of the finishes” To ensure Utopia of the Seas’ new dining experience is as immersive as possible, MJM Marine manufactured a number of dining cars for Royal Railway Image: MJM Marine
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