The First Nautical Robot on a Cruise Ship

Cruise ships are one of the most fascinating ways to travel and offer an exciting tourism experience at sea. These floating hotels take passengers to different countries and provide world-class amenities, diverse entertainment, and luxurious services throughout the journey. One of the most exciting and latest features of a cruise tour is the presence of a humanoid waiter robot on board. In this article, we will explore the intriguing features of this robot, which can communicate in eight major world languages. Stay with us as we dive into this fascinating topic.

What is a Cruise Ship?

MSC Cruises is one of the largest cruise shipping companies in the world. It operates giant ships across various seas globally and offers passengers luxurious and recreational sea voyages.

Some of the most famous cruises include the Persian Gulf Cruise, the Greece Cruise, the Istanbul Cruise, and the Around-the-World Cruise. In the article "Everything About Cruise Ships," you can learn more about these ships.

Overall, MSC owns a large fleet of cruise and leisure ships that operate on 200 sea routes and dock at 500 ports worldwide. It is worth mentioning that the cost of travelling on an around-the-world cruise or to different countries varies, depending on the type of cruise and its route.

Unveiling the Speaking Robot on a Cruise Ship

MSC Cruises unveiled the first speaking robot on its cruise ships years ago. This robot, named "Rob," is the first humanoid robotic waiter at sea and features fascinating capabilities. Rob serves various drinks to passengers in a designated cruise ship lounge called the "Space Club" and interacts with them.

After six years of collaboration with leading experts and companies specializing in robotics and automation, MSC successfully developed this new robot, redefining the traditional waiter concept and introducing a modern seafaring server.

Features of the "Rob" Robot on the MSC Cruise Ship

-    Rob can speak eight languages (English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, and Japanese). Passengers can communicate with Rob in their preferred language.

-    Rob has different personalities that adapt based on the lounge's environment and atmosphere.

-    Rob does not work alone—human servers are always nearby to assist when needed.

-    If passengers request a customized drink, they can specify their preferred ingredients, and Rob will prepare it accordingly.

-    Rob's movements closely resemble human gestures. For example, it can move its body and arms like humans and shake drinks naturally.

-    Rob serves drinks in modern-designed cups, which passengers can keep as souvenirs.

-    Rob can tell funny jokes in different languages and entertain passengers in various ways.

-    Passengers can place their orders via a digital console. Once the order is placed, Rob begins preparing the drink, and guests can watch the entire process.

-    Rob uses an LED screen on its face to display emotions, allowing guests to enjoy watching its expressive reactions while sipping their drinks.

-    Rob can prepare both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for passengers. However, it is essential to note that these custom drinks are not included in the cruise price when booking and must be paid separately.

Where is the Robot's Workplace on the Cruise Ship?

The area where Rob is stationed is called the "Space Club", designed to resemble a spaceship. This modern cruise ship section includes various advanced features such as 3D holograms, a digital art wall, and a 12-person interactive digital table. Passengers can sit around this table, enjoy a virtual galactic space tour, and explore different universe sections. This tour is one of the most popular attractions for teenagers and children on the cruise.

Other Advanced Technologies on Cruise Ships

-    Some cruise ships are so massive that their height surpasses the Eiffel Tower.

-    Some cruise ships, such as the European Cruise Ship, can accommodate over 6,000 passengers and 2,000 crew members, equaling the population of a small city.

-    Cruise ships have advanced security technologies such as facial recognition cameras, body scanners, and intelligent navigation systems.

-    In Persian Gulf cruises and other cruise tours, advanced technology allows ships to convert seawater into freshwater daily, ensuring a steady supply for guests and crew.

-    These ships feature power generation technologies, enabling them to stay at sea for weeks while comfortably supplying lighting, air conditioning, and electricity for various facilities.

-    Cruise ships have large food storage warehouses, keeping supplies fresh and well-preserved.

-    In just one week, a cruise ship can consume over 5,000 kg of meat, 3,000 kg of vegetables and fruits, and more than 20,000 eggs.

-    Some of the most exciting attractions on cruises—such as the Dubai Cruise, the France Cruise, and other major cruise lines—include karting tracks, rock climbing walls, giant water slides, large swimming pools, and more.

-    Certain luxury cruise ships offer spacious suites as large as a fully equipped apartment, providing an ultra-luxurious experience.

-    Some large cruise ships even include hospitals, fire stations, schools for crew members' children, shopping centres, restaurants, and even a small jail for unruly passengers.

A Dreamlike Experience in Floating Cruise Cities

High-tech cruise ships are like floating cities, offering passengers comprehensive recreational, service, medical, and educational facilities. These ships have become one of the most popular choices for sea travel and provide a completely different experience than traditional trips.

Whether you're looking for a family vacation, an exciting adventure, or a luxurious and romantic getaway, cruise ships can meet your expectations and create unforgettable maritime memories.