Mein Schiff 4: Seamless movement at sea meets sustainable design

Customer: TUI Cruises
Shipyard
Shipyard: Meyer Turku (Finland) 
Size: 99,500 gross tons
 
Date of completion: 2015 

Designed specifically for German-speaking guests, Mein Schiff 4 is a flagship of TUI Cruises’ modern fleet. KONE collaborated closely with TUI Cruises and the shipyard Meyer Turku to develop people and goods flow solutions that combine comfort, efficiency, and sustainability for more than 3,500 passengers and crew. The result is a state-of-the-art cruise experience where smooth movement and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.

KONE's People Flow® solutions facilitate the seamless and efficient movement of all 3,500 individuals onboard Mein Schiff 4, significantly enhancing comfort and reducing transit times across the vessel.

Equipped with KONE EcoDisc® hoisting machines and energy recovery systems, the elevators are 50–70% more energy-efficient than conventional models, contributing to the ship's sustainability targets.

The KONE E-Link monitoring system provides real-time oversight of all units, ensuring reliable performance and enabling proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize operational flow.

These compact machine-room elevators provide comfortable and efficient vertical transportation for guests, equipped with eco-efficient technology for smooth journeys.

Integrated into high-traffic areas, these escalators offer continuous and effortless passenger flow, enhancing accessibility and convenience on board.

Designed to ensure accessibility for all, these platforms provide safe and inclusive movement for passengers with impaired mobility.

This technology recovers energy during elevator operation and feeds it back into the ship's grid, significantly reducing overall energy consumption.

An intelligent system that provides comprehensive, real-time surveillance of all KONE equipment, enabling predictive maintenance and optimizing performance.