MSC Cruises has appointed Antonio Paradiso as vice president of international sales.
- Paradiso retains his role as UK and Ireland managing director for MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys.
- The appointment is a testament to the growing significance of the UK and Irish markets.
- Paradiso will also oversee markets in Australia, South Africa, and Scandinavia.
- MSC cancelled several voyages from South Africa to Europe due to security concerns.
Antonio Paradiso, currently serving as the managing director for the UK and Ireland at MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys, has been appointed as the vice president of international sales for MSC Group’s Cruise Division. This decision is an acknowledgement of the burgeoning cruise markets in the UK and Ireland, which Paradiso has expertly managed. His expanded responsibilities will include oversight of sales in Australia, South Africa, and Scandinavia, regions seen as pivotal in MSC’s global growth strategy.
Despite his new role, Paradiso will continue his successful tenure as managing director for the UK and Irish markets. His journey with MSC began in 2008, and he has shown a consistent trajectory of growth and leadership within the company. Paradiso expressed gratitude to MSC for entrusting him with this increased responsibility, reflecting on his 16-year career: “I have worked for MSC for 16 years and have been on an incredible journey of growth within the organisation as I have progressed through the business.”
The new role will require Paradiso to report directly to Gianni Onorato, CEO of MSC Cruises, ensuring that key regions such as Australia, South Africa, and Scandinavia receive strategic leadership and direction. Country managers, including Claes Tamm for Scandinavia, Lisa Teiotu for Australia and New Zealand, and Ross Volk for South Africa, will now report to Paradiso, aligning regional strategies with MSC’s overall objectives.
In a related development, MSC Cruises cancelled three repositioning voyages from South Africa and the United Arab Emirates to Europe, citing security risks in the Red Sea. This decision underscores MSC’s commitment to passenger safety and operational integrity, demonstrating a proactive approach to emerging geopolitical risks in critical shipping lanes.
Antonio Paradiso’s expanded role signifies MSC Cruises’ strategic focus on burgeoning international markets.
