Installation Technician – Norwegian Luna’s State-of-the-Art Fun Zone Attractions
End Client: Norwegian Cruise Line | Creative: CONDUCTR
Returning for my second year with CONDUCTR promoted to take lead on the installation of Luna Midway along side two other crew, working directly with the company delivering the steel structure, monitoring the installation of the power and data cable installers and being a contact for CONDUCTR for the Luna Midway area on Deck 18.
The installation took place at Fincantieri Shipyard in Venice, which can be a challenging environment to work; a multi hazard, multi-trade shipbuilding environment. Where one minute you could be passing someone laying a floor, too having someone welding 2 decks above you. From bright sunny sky's, to an icy wind and raining. Polar opposite to the air conditioned hotel and arenas I'm usually used too. With a team of 16 across the project, collaboration with multiple external persons including ship wire men, welders, Fincantieri for craning and Integration within Videlio HMS ecosystem this is defiantly an eye opener to the a completely different industry.
Project Overview
Norwegian Luna is one of Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest Prima Plus Class ships, designed to deliver a modern, high-end guest experience with a strong focus on entertainment, technology, and interactive leisure spaces. Built to combine luxury cruising with immersive attractions, these attractions are designed to enhance the guest experience by creating engaging, social environments that appeal to families, groups, and younger travelers, while supporting NCL’s emphasis on innovation and next-generation onboard entertainment.
Attractions Delivered
Moon Climber
A hybrid physical and interactive climbing attraction featuring a suspended rope net structure incorporates punching bags as dynamic obstacles, each fitted with responsive buttons distributed throughout the framework. These IP-rated interactive elements are carefully positioned to ensure accessibility from within the climbing environment, while low-voltage control wiring is seamlessly integrated into the complex physical structure. The buttons are engineered for durability, specifically designed to withstand prolonged exposure to harsh open sea air conditions. A remote control system underpins the installation, enabling continuous development, updates, and deployment of new interactive game experiences.
Luna Midway
An open-air, modern take on the classic arcade, this all-ages game zone delivers competitive experiences such as Roller, Basketball, Cat Rack, and Strike, where players can test their skills for a chance to be crowned highest scorer. The installation included the physical deployment of 450kg game machines, alongside modifications to ensure each unit so they can be automatically silenced in the event of an emergency alarm. The infrastructure has been designed with future expansion in mind, allowing for the integration of payment terminals if required. Overhead, map-able LED lighting integrated into the roof and headers creates a dynamic, immersive environment, enhancing the overall atmosphere with contemporary scene-setting effects.
Glow Court
A multi-use sports court featuring an LED-integrated playing surface transforms seamlessly from daytime gameplay to a vibrant neon disco environment by night, all set against panoramic views from the ship’s top deck. The IP-rated LED floor system is engineered for durability and delivers dynamic visuals with responsive gameplay interaction, even in full daylight conditions. State-of-the-art SICK LiDAR sensors enable precise tracking and interactive functionality, while the entire installation is designed to withstand continuous, high-volume guest use. Originally deployed on Norwegian Aqua and further refined for Luna, this installation represents the world’s first basketball court onboard a cruise ship. The experience is enhanced by bespoke games developed by CONDUCTR for NCL, creating a unique and engaging onboard attraction.
My Responsibilities
- Electrical installation, wiring, and system integration across multiple attractions
- Working across both mains-powered systems and low-voltage control wiring
- Coordination between steel fabrication teams, creative & technical departments
- Acting as a key on-site contact within a fast-moving, multi-team project
- Supporting on-site fabrication installs for brackets, mounts, and cable management
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues in real-time during installation
- Providing multi-trade technical support across departments
Challenges
Working within a live shipyard environment introduced significant complexity:
- Constant overlap with other trades including welding, painting, and resin flooring
- Changing timelines and limited communication between departments
- Installation clashes (e.g. flooring schedules shifting unexpectedly)
- Access challenges, with work taking place up to 16 decks above entry level
- Reliance on lifts or manual transport of equipment across large vertical distances
- Environmental challenges with noise and dust, to the weather wind, rain and sun.
Results & Impact
- Successful delivery of multiple flagship attractions for a next-generation cruise ship
- Systems installed and integrated within a challenging, high-pressure environment
- Contributed to key guest-facing experiences central to the ship’s entertainment offering
- Built on previous NCL project experience, reinforcing continuity across vessels