The city of Liverpool prepares to host the grand naming ceremony of Cunard’s new ship, Queen Anne.
- Queen Anne makes its maiden call in Liverpool as part of the British Isles Festival voyage.
- Matt Willis and Emma Willis are set to host the ceremony, featuring performances from Liverpool’s local talent.
- A spectacular fireworks display will mark the ship’s departure from the Liverpool waterfront.
- Cunard continues its long-standing tradition, drawing crowds much like the QE2 and Three Queens events.
Liverpool once again becomes the focal point for maritime celebrations as Cunard’s newest vessel, the Queen Anne, makes its maiden call in the city. This significant event is part of the vessel’s British Isles Festival voyage, underscoring Liverpool’s historical bond with the cruise line.
The ceremony will be hosted by musician Matt Willis alongside his wife, TV presenter Emma Willis. Attendees are promised an evening of culture and entertainment, buoyed by performances from local talents such as the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and performers from the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts.
Adding to the event’s grandeur, renowned Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli is set to serenade the audience, while DJ Craig Charles will keep the festivities lively with his musical mixes. The culmination of the day’s celebrations will be marked by a spectacular fireworks display as the Queen Anne departs the Liverpool waterfront, creating a picturesque end to a memorable day.
The Queen Anne accommodates 3,000 passengers and represents Cunard’s commitment to celebrating the best of Great Britain and Ireland. This event marks a significant highlight in the ship’s inaugural itinerary, drawing parallels to previous momentous occasions such as the QE2’s maiden call in 1990 and the Three Queens’ royal rendezvous in 2015.
President of Cunard, Katie McAlister, highlighted the importance of this occasion, expressing her enthusiasm for Liverpool witnessing the Queen Anne: “This wonderful city is the spiritual home of Cunard, and we share such an incredible bond, so what better place to officially name our new ship than somewhere that holds so many special memories.”
The Queen Anne’s naming ceremony in Liverpool not only celebrates the ship but also reinforces Cunard’s deep-rooted connection with the city.
