Transcend Cruises, a charter-only river cruise company, announced the names of its two 120-passenger ships launching next year in Europe.
The Transcend Connect is slated to debut next April, followed by the Transcend Evolve, which is expected to arrive later in the spring. Transcend specializes in meetings and events.
"The names we've selected reflect Transcend's B2B ethos," said Matthew Shollar, chief visionary officer. "At our core is our ability to create a unique river cruise product and venue that is specifically conducive to connecting a group on the spectacular waterways of Europe, hence the name Transcend Connect. We also intend for our clients' guests to have positive, transformative group experiences onboard our vessels and thereby, the name Transcend Evolve."
Transcend is accepting charter bookings for 2026 and reports limited space. It will offer no set itineraries, instead enabling clients to customize destinations and excursions on the Rhine, Danube and Main rivers.
The 443-foot vessels are under construction at the Den Breejen Shipyard in the Netherlands. Tillberg Design of Sweden is the ship designer.
The staterooms will be identical and can be converted to suites in pairs.
The ships will have five venues, including The Forum, a two-story amphitheater for presentations and performances, and the Studio meeting space.