The government said negotiations were at an early stage, but both parties were firmly committed to a deal.
A Meyer Werft spokesperson told TradeWinds that due diligence could take months.
He added: "And when this investigation onthe situation of STX Finland is done, it will be decided if and how acollaboration/acquisition could work."
Turku is building two cruiseships for TUI of Germany for delivery this year and in 2015.
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