Putting together this ship has been a great achievement from our team .
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Putting together this ship has been a great achievement from our team .
But what is it about Finns that makes them such prolific shipbuilders – especially when it comes to making the world ’ s best cruise ships ? – Maunila replies that the shipbuilding tradition is very strong in places like Turku .
“ Of course there are shipyards in other countries , too , but we ’ ve succeeded in nurturing a great culture here . When you ’ re part of the shipyard family , that really means something ,” she says .
According to Maunila , doing your part in these giant , one-of-a-kind under-
takings is a source of great pride for all the people involved . “ There is a sense of belonging that ’ s very strong .”
SAME TRIBE , SAME BLOOD
Maunila recalls talking to a shipyard “ lifer ,” with 40 years spent building ships of different shapes and sizes . She found that there was clearly a similar mindset – and real connection .
“ Young , old , or in-between , if you work at the shipyard , you ’ re part of the
team , part of our community . That ’ s something that really stays with you .”
For the project manager , the building of Mein Schiff 7 is similar to putting together a huge puzzle . “ In a sense , we ’ re making floating cities here . From an engineering viewpoint , that is a very attractive challenge ,” she smiles .
As the summertime delivery day keeps approaching fast , Maunila admits to being anxious to finish the job . “ We ’ re almost there . Now it ’ s just a matter of finishing strong .”
Maunila ’ s biggest take-away from her first project manager gig is all about the team :
“ When the team succeeds , that ’ s just the best feeling in the world .” n seatec 2024 35