MSC Cruises

Shaping the Future of Tourism in Greece 🚢    Yesterday in Athens, our Executive Chairman, Pierfrancesco Vago, joined the Reimagine Tourism summit to discuss how we can work together to create lasting positive impact for Greece’s tourism sector.   Mr. Vago shared our commitment to investing in local communities and supporting tourism beyond main destinations. In 2026, we will sail to more than twenty Greek ports, ensuring the benefits of cruising reach a wider range of communities and help boost the national economy.   He shared how we are actively developing new ways to manage visitor flows, reduce overcrowding, and make every visit memorable for guests and communities. With ongoing investment in innovative ships and sustainable practices, the message was clear that we are helping Greece build a resilient and dynamic future for tourism.  “By working together, we can create a tourism model that benefits communities, supports growth, and strengthens Greece’s position as a leading hub in the Mediterranean.”   #MSCCruises Kathimerini Live

Hear from our Executive Chairman, Pierfrancesco Vago, as he shares insights from last week’s triple event in Saint-Nazaire. Watch the full video to learn more about our vision for innovation and growth. 👇 Chantiers de l'Atlantique #MSCCruises 

Today at Chantiers de l'Atlantique, where our 20-year partnership continues to shape the future of shipbuilding, we celebrated a remarkable day: three grand milestones for our MSC World Class ships. ⚓ The Float Out of MSC World Asia 
The moment a ship first touches water, when years of design, skill, and dedication finally meet the sea, marking the start of the next phase of construction.   🪙 The Coin Ceremony of MSC World Atlantic 
A long-standing shipbuilding tradition where two godmothers place coins within the ship’s foundation, blessing her with good fortune and safe passage. Even in an age of innovation, seafaring continues to honour its timeless traditions, a gesture of respect for the ocean.  🚢 And then came an unexpected highlight 
Amid the celebrations came the announcement of two new World Class ships, numbers 7 and 8, extending our partnership with Chantiers de l’Atlantique and bringing our total investment in the French shipbuilding industry this year to nearly €7 billion. “Today was a proud moment for MSC Cruises and Chantiers de l’Atlantique as we celebrate these important milestones for our future. The World Class platform is a symbol of our vision to set new standards for the future of cruising. We look forward to continuing with our innovative and successful collaboration with Chantiers de L’Atlantique – our long-term partner for more than 20 years.” 
— Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman, MSC Group’s Cruise Division Built with precision. Blessed by tradition. Imagined for the future. 🌍 Discover more about this new chapter in our press release → https://lnkd.in/eYxN7K97 #MSCCruises

🏎️ Energy, excitement, and excellence on track at the legendary Interlagos Circuit We were proud to be the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES GRANDE PRÊMIO DE SÃO PAULO 2025. This race, which is one of the most historic and atmospheric on the F1 calendar is set in the heart of São Paulo, guaranteeing an exciting and heart stopping race and this year didn’t disappoint. We had the pleasure of hosting travel partners, and media who joined us for front row seats at what was an unforgettable experience. The weekend culminated on Sunday, when Gianni Onorato, our CEO of MSC Cruises, had the honour of presenting the Constructors’ Trophy on the podium to the triumphant McLaren Formula 1 Team. 🏆 As the season comes to its thrilling climax, we are already looking ahead to 2026, when we will continue our collaboration with Formula 1®, returning as Title Sponsor for the Grand Prix™ races in São Paulo, Barcelona, and Austin — further reinforcing a shared commitment to innovation, excellence, and world-class experiences. #MSCCruises #Formula1

Investing in the Future of Cruising — Bigger, Bolder, Texas! 2025 is a milestone year for MSC Cruises in the US: 🚢 In March, we welcomed MSC World America, our newest and most advanced ship, homeporting in Miami   🌴 In April, we opened the largest cruise terminal in the US in Miami 🤠 And today, we’re celebrating the inauguration of Cruise Terminal 16 in Galveston: our first homeport in the Lone Star State! This new state-of-the-art 165,000 square feet facility marks our commitment to economic growth, supporting tourism and creating new cruise opportunities for Texas. With MSC Seascape preparing for year-round sailings from Galveston, this represents another step in our long-term investment in infrastructure and our expanding presence in North America. 🔗 Find out more about this milestone and our ongoing commitment in the US here: https://lnkd.in/ezBHqJEd #MSCCruises

🌍 From the Mediterranean to New York — connecting to shore power around the world. In the past month, MSC Group’s Cruise Division has reached new milestones on its shore power journey, with five ships successfully completing test and operational connections across four ports and four countries on two continents. Following consecutive operational and test connections by MSC World Europa and EXPLORA II in Valletta, MSC Seaview and MSC Poesia successfully completed test connections in La Spezia and Le Havre respectively. Then this weekend MSC Meraviglia became our first ship to test the connection to shore power in New York. Each shore power connection allows ships to switch off their engines, eliminating direct emissions and improving local air quality while berthed. With 18 ships now shore power enabled and all new builds delivered with shore power capability, we continue our retrofit programme to further expand access across the fleet. These milestones reflect our commitment to sustainability, partnering with ports worldwide to improve local air quality and harness advanced technology as we work towards achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Find out more about our initiatives on our sustainability page: https://lnkd.in/g5Z6pW_Q   #MSCCruises Explora Journeys 

Congratulations to the MSC Foundation and Mercy Ships on the launch of Africa Mercy II, a hospital ship that will deliver essential medical care to communities across Africa. Every mile it sails will touch lives, bring healing and hope - one voyage at a time ⚓

🚢 Investing in Tomorrow’s Cruising Experience As part of our commitment to updating and revising our fleet, MSC Magnifica is currently in dry dock at Palumbo Malta Shipyard, undergoing a major enhancement programme. This project is the first of two extensive upgrades taking place in the coming months, with sister ship, MSC Poesia, scheduled to enter the same dry dock in February. These refurbishments reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in our fleet and delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. Every detail is fully designed and managed in-house by our technical department, ensuring the highest standards of quality. Want to know more about this milestone and what’s next?  👉 Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/e2D5p9zg #MSCCruises

🏁Last weekend, we were proud to be the Title Sponsor of the FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX™ 2025 in Austin, Texas. The title sponsorship was the second of the season for us and comes as we prepare to launch year-round sailings from Galveston, Texas next month. With MSC Cruises highly visible around the track all weekend, Ruben Rodriguez, CEO of MSC Group’s Cruise Division North America, had the honour of presenting the Constructors’ Trophy on the podium. 🏆 This weekend also saw us announce further commitment to our collaboration with Formula 1® with an extension into 2026, of our Title Sponsorships packages. We will be proud sponsors of the races in Austin, Barcelona, and São Paulo in 2026— taking the journey of performance and passion to new destinations. 🏎️ As Rubén A. Rodríguez noted: "With a shared vision for constant innovation, next-generation technologies and excellence in entertainment, our brands are well-aligned. We look forward to bringing MSC Seascape to Galveston following this race and being back here again in Texas for next year’s race.” 🔗Discover more about MSC Cruises’ Formula 1® partnership and Galveston sailings: https://lnkd.in/eMdV4PVC #MSCCruises #Formula1 #AustinGP #BWTAlpine

🌍 Another key milestone on our pathway towards net zero emissions by 2050. This week, MSC World Europa and EXPLORA II both connected to shore power at Valletta’s Grand Harbour on consecutive days – marking a first for MSC Group’s Cruise Division. The milestone, celebrated in the presence of Malta’s Prime Minister, Dr Robert Abela, and senior government officials, underscores our shared commitment to cleaner port operations, eliminating local emissions and improving local air quality. Since the inauguration of the facility in 2024 – when MSC World Europa became the first vessel to use the facility – MSC Cruises’ ships have spent about 300 hours connected to shore power in Valletta, eliminating half a month’s worth of local emissions that would have otherwise been produced while berthed. With 18 vessels now equipped across the MSC Cruise Division with shore-side electricity capability, we’re continuing to expand our shore power programme across Europe and beyond. 🔗 Discover how partnership and innovation in Malta are powering our next steps toward net zero emissions: https://lnkd.in/eBGiHBQj Explora Journeys #MSCCruises #ExploraJouneys