Launch
The launch took place on 6 June 2003 in the presence of His Royal Highness Carl XVI Gustaf, the ship´s chief patron, Queen Silvia and Prince Carl Philip. A large contingent from the press and thousands of onlookers also attended the launch. It was a great day for everyone who had contributed to the recreation of this unique ship.

Naming
On 3 September 2004 the ship was named by Queen Silvia, the ship's godmother, at a formal ceremony outside the Göteborg Opera House. The long awaited ?rst sea trial took place on 22 May 2005.
A host of activities have been carried out over the years at the Terra Nova shipyard aimed at invigorating the project, developing the network of contacts and attracting new sponsors. The Swedish East India Company has also taken part in many events and exhibitions.

Media
Media attention in Sweden and abroad has helped increase awareness of the new Swedish East Indiaman. In 2002 The Swedish Ship “Götheborg" project was awarded first prize for Best Arts Sponsorship, as well as the grand prize by Svenskt Kulturarv, an organisation for Sweden´s cultural heritage. More than a million visitors, including many prominent guests and delegations, have been able to follow the development of an 18th century sailing ship at Terra Nova. Public interest in the ship increased as the hull took shape, and more and more sponsors joined the project.

Interest in China
The project has attracted great attention in China. In April 2004, The Swedish Ship was visited by China´s Foreign Minister Mr Li Xiaoxing, who welcomed the ship to China. China´s Deputy Prime Minister, Madame Wu Yi, visited Terra Nova in September 2004. Both emphasised the importance of The Swedish Ship "Götheborg" as a symbol for trade, cultural exchange and friendship between Sweden and China.

The Largest sailing fullrigged wooden sailing ship
The Swedish Ship “Götheborg" - a reconstruction of a ship from the mid-18th century  is now one of the largest fullrigged wooden sailing ships in the world, and meets international safety requirements for ocean going vessels. The project is based on modern research combined with the revival of traditional methods of craftsmanship dating from the 18th century. Anyone meeting The Swedish Ship “Götheborg" under full sail out at sea would ?nd it impossible to distinguish her from the original ship. Above the waterline, the “Götheborg" is a historical sailing ship. The modern machinery and the majority of the advanced technical equipment have been concealed deep down in the hull. A feat that many considered impossible has now been achieved. The magni?cent 18th century ship is sailing again!