American Cruise Line's American Constellation Completes Sea Trials.
American Cruise Line's New American Constitution Completes Sea Trials. With US Coast Guard officials on board, American Constitution underwent speed trials and an endurance run and was thoroughly tested in all areas of safety and maneuverability. American Cruise Lines’ American Constitution has successfully passed sea trials in Chesapeake Bay in Maryland, US. Built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland, the 175-guest American Constitution underwent speed trials, an endurance run and safety checks. “American Constitution passed with flying colours,” said Paul Taiclet, vice president of hotel operations at American Cruise Lines. “The ship performed exceptionally well and has a number of enhancements that further American Cruise Lines’ tradition of innovation in small-ship cruising.” New advanced features onboard American Constitution include acoustic treatments and vibration dampening systems, which will make the ship quiet even when running at...