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Introduction
Celebrity Infinity power loss forced the ship to conclude its voyage several hours early near Port Piraeus, Greece, on February 15, 2026.
What Happened
A significant technical failure occurred near the Greek coast while Celebrity Infinity was approaching Port Piraeus. The ship lost electrical power from its diesel-generated system at approximately 3 a.m. Greek time.
The blackout affected the propulsion system and essential services, including lighting, air conditioning, water and toilet systems, and elevators. The loss of propulsion left the vessel requiring assistance while it approached port.
Response and Investigation
Local tug boats were dispatched to assist Celebrity Infinity into Port Piraeus. At the time of the available report, Celebrity Cruises had not officially released details about the cause of the power outage.
The company communicated arrangements for travellers whose plans were disrupted. Compensation packages reportedly included reimbursement for the unused final day’s fare, prorated credits for onboard packages, incidental expense allowances and assistance with flight changes where necessary.
Outcome
The current 13-day repositioning voyage from Barcelona to Piraeus ended several hours early. The next scheduled cruise, an 11-day Best of Greece itinerary departing from Piraeus on February 16, was canceled to allow time for inspections and repairs.
The available report does not state that any passenger or crew member was injured, and it does not report a death connected with the power loss.
Key points:
– Celebrity Infinity lost diesel-generated electrical power near the Greek coast.
– The blackout affected propulsion and essential onboard services.
– Tug boats assisted the ship into Port Piraeus.
– The 13-day voyage ended several hours early.
– The next scheduled cruise was canceled for inspections and repairs.
– The cause of the outage had not been officially released in the available report.