Cruise news (MSC Cruises-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
MSC Euribia’s African re-routing opens Middle East season
The LNG-powered MSC Euribia is en route to the UAE and the Arabian Gulf after its planned Red Sea repositioning was cancelled due to security...
October 27, 2025 - Accidents
Storm forces delay of MSC Preziosa’s scheduled call at Salvador de Bahia
A powerful storm over the coast of Bahia has delayed the docking of the MSC Preziosa at the Port of Salvador de Bahia (Brazil). The vessel, on a 20...
October 22, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC World Asia set to offer widest suite selection in MSC fleet
When the MSC World Asia commences Mediterranean sailings on December 4th, 2026, it will bring the most extensive array of suites ever offered within...
October 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Group advances shore power integration in Valletta Harbour
The MSC Group’s Cruise Division marked a significant advancement in its decarbonization strategy as MSC World Europa and EXPLORA II...
October 18, 2025 - Accidents
MSC Lirica ship executes emergency fire drill in Ancona Port
While docked in Ancona, MSC Lirica undertook a comprehensive emergency exercise, subjecting its crew, onboard systems, and coordination with local...
October 16, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC expands cruise fleet for the 2026–2027 South American season
MSC Cruises is preparing for a notable expansion in the 2026–2027 South American season, announcing the deployment of five ships to the region...
October 12, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Cruises opens bookings for Summer 2027 Alaska voyages
MSC Cruises has opened reservations for its Summer 2027 Alaska voyages, to be operated by MSC Poesia from Seattle beginning April 26th, 2027. The...
October 9, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Seascape prepares for year-round homeporting in Galveston (Texas)
MSC Cruises is finalising preparations for the arrival of MSC Seascape in Galveston, where the ship will commence year-round Western Caribbean...
October 8, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Cape Town strengthens position as Africa’s leading cruise homeport for 2025-2026 season
Cape Town’s cruise sector is preparing for a strong 2025-2026 season, with expectations of larger vessels, new itineraries, and continued...
October 6, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Magnifica to introduce Yacht Club experience on World Cruise 2027
MSC Cruises has confirmed that its signature “ship-within-a-ship” concept, the MSC Yacht Club complex, will be featured on a world cruise...
October 5, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC unveils Bellissima deployment in East Asia 2025–2026
MSC Bellissima continues to expand its presence across Asian waters, with a deployment plan that underscores MSC Cruises’ commitment to the...
September 29, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC confirms World Europa ship's homeporting in Dubai (winter 2026-2027)
MSC Cruises has outlined the reasoning behind its decision to scale back from deploying two ships in Dubai during the winter season, opting instead...
September 28, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Storyland Studios to design new pavilion at MSC Ocean Cay's Marine Conservation Center
Storyland Studios has entered into a design partnership with MSC Cruises and the MSC Foundation to create a new pavilion at the Marine Conservation...
September 25, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Poesia scheduled for major refurbishment ahead of Alaska 2026 season
MSC has announced a substantial drydock refurbishment of MSC Poesia in preparation for its inaugural Alaskan season in summer 2026. The project...
September 25, 2025 - Cruise Industry
MSC Seascape to present Texas-infused entertainment from Galveston
MSC Cruises has unveiled a tailored entertainment program for MSC Seascape, set to take effect when the ship begins sailing from Galveston in...
September 16, 2025