🚢 FOR SALE — M/V SERENA (Former “Royal Imperial”)

The M/V Serena — 230‑ft River Cruise, Restaurant, Casino‑Ready & Event Vessel

M/V Serena is a premier U.S. Coast Guard–inspected Subchapter H passenger vessel, fully refitted in 2024 into a multi‑level river cruise, restaurant, casino‑ready, and event ship. With nearly 20,000 sq. ft. of public hospitality space, panoramic ballroom salons, commercial galleys, multiple bars, twin elevators, and expansive open‑air decks, she is one of the largest inland passenger vessels available in the United States.

Originally known as Royal Imperial, Serena is ideally suited for riverboat casino operations, high‑capacity dining cruises, entertainment venues, corporate events, and premium river tourism.

Overview of the Vessel

Built in 1995 by Gulfstream Shipbuilding, M/V Serena features a robust all‑steel twin‑screw displacement hull engineered for high‑volume passenger operations. Her 2024 refurbishment included major interior upgrades, electrical modernization, galley enhancements, bar installations, safety system renewals, and pilothouse refurbishment.

Key Highlights:

• USCG Subchapter H — certified for 930 persons
• 230 ft overall length
• Three hospitality decks + open‑air hurricane deck
• Three commercial galleys
• Three bars
• Twin elevators (passenger + service)
• Cummins propulsion & generator package
• Ideal for casino, restaurant, or event operations
• Located in the New Orleans / Mississippi River region