Construction begins on Sunstone cruise ship

Construction has begun on a new expedition cruise vessel for SunStone Ships.

The vessel is being constructed at the China Merchants Heavy Industry yard in Haimen.

Greg Mortimer will sport a Polar Class 6 notation and will measure 104.3 metres in length and have an 18.4-metre beam.

The vessel will be operated by Aurora Expeditions and will accommodate 255 passengers, including crew.