MSC Cruises has introduced its latest vessel, MSC World Asia, alongside the launch of its sister ship, MSC World America.
- The new ships feature more than 2,600 cabins and have a strong environmental focus powered by LNG.
- MSC World Asia highlights the brand’s innovative design inspired by Asian aesthetics.
- MSC World America is currently entering the final construction phase and will be named in 2025 at PortMiami.
- These developments showcase MSC Cruises’ ongoing commitment to sustainability and guest experience enhancement.
MSC Cruises announced the introduction of their newest ship, MSC World Asia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s fleet expansion. Alongside, the sister ship MSC World America emerged from the French shipyard, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, moving towards its final construction phase.
Boasting over 2,600 cabins, both ships reflect MSC Cruises’ dedication to providing extensive accommodation options. Although specifics regarding MSC World Asia’s routes remain undisclosed, it is clear that the ship will feature designs and experiences inspired by Asian culture, offering a unique travel experience.
Significantly, MSC World Asia and its sister are powered by Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), highlighting MSC’s commitment to reducing environmental impact. The company describes fossil LNG as a stepping stone to cleaner alternatives, with readiness to utilise bio and synthetic LNG when they become widely available.
MSC World America is slated for its official naming ceremony on April 9, 2025, at the new MSC terminal in PortMiami. This will be followed by an inaugural voyage to their private island in The Bahamas, demonstrating the brand’s innovative approach to cruise experience.
Pierfrancesco Vago, MSC Cruises’ executive chairman, emphasised the collaboration with Chantiers de l’Atlantique, praising the design of five innovative ship prototypes. He noted that the upcoming ships encapsulate advanced environmental and onboard guest features, designed for future travel experiences.
Laurent Castaing, general manager of Chantiers de l’Atlantique, expressed pride in beginning construction on MSC World Asia. The vessel, part of the World Class series, is among the most energy-efficient ships, embodying the partnership and environmental commitments of MSC Cruises and their construction partners.
With MSC World Asia and MSC World America, MSC Cruises continues to set benchmarks in environmental sustainability and guest experience in the cruise industry.
