MAKINEN Featured in the latest Business Enquirer Issue 132

MAKINEN is featured in the latest edition of Business Enquirer (Issue 132). The article explores MAKINEN’s expertise in turnkey marine interiors, highlighting recent projects such as Icon of the Seas, Margaritaville at Sea Islander, and the SunStone Ships Infinity-class series.

CEO Jaakko Makikalli and Markus Makinen, President of Makinen, Inc. USA, discuss the company’s focus on precision, transparency, and delivering projects efficiently. These values have been at the heart of MAKINEN’s success over the past three decades, helping the company build a solid reputation in the marine interior industry.

The article highlights how MAKINEN’s commitment to quality and on-time delivery continues to drive its growth and global presence.

Click here to download the MAKINEN article: The Rising Demand for Marine Interior Expertise

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Project News: AIDAdiva

May 27, 2025. MAKINEN refurbished over 1,000 cabins and suites onboard AIDAdiva in spring 2025, including suite conversions and new crew areas as part of AIDA’s Evolution program.

Mikko Makinen appointed as new CEO of MAKINEN

May 9, 2025. MAKINEN has appointed Mikko Makinen as its new CEO. He brings strong experience in business management within the MAKINEN Group and in developing the company’s operations.

MAKINEN exhibiting at Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Americas 2025

MAKINEN will be attending Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo in Miami, June 3–4, 2025. Make sure to visit our booth 1016!

MAKINEN attending Seatrade Cruise Global in Miami, April 8–10

Join us at the 40th Seatrade Cruise Global in April 8-10, 2025 in Miami!

MAKINEN featured in latest Turku Chamber of Commerce Magazine

CEO Jaakko Mäkikalli shares insights on cabin refurbishment, furniture production, and expedition vessel interiors.

MAKINEN In Focus – A New Video Series on Marine Interiors

Feb 12, 2025. We are launching MAKINEN In Focus, a six-part video series taking a closer look at what goes into marine interior projects. From planning and logistics to project management and execution, we’ll discuss what it takes to deliver high-quality interiors for both newbuilds and refurbishments.

Newbuilding News: Douglas Mawson Update

Jan 30, 2025. Latest update from the MAKINEN Newbuilding team at the CMHI Shipyard, where the seventh Infinity-class vessel is making steady progress.

Project News: Margaritaville at Sea Islander

Step inside the refreshed cabins of Margaritaville at Sea Islander. Over 28 days, MAKINEN upgraded 803 cabins with new furniture, carpets, textiles, lighting, and more. Read more about how everything came together with careful planning and skilled execution.