MSC Cruises is reinforcing its presence in the UK and Ireland by expanding its trade support and sales teams.
- Charlotte Petrides joins the team as a senior trade support executive alongside Zoe White and Jessica Pearson as trade support executives.
- Danielle Weller advances to senior regional sales manager for the south region, celebrating nine years with MSC.
- Suzanne Rowe is tasked with overseeing Explora Journeys in Ireland while continuing as head of sales for MSC.
- Steve Williams, the sales director, highlights the contribution of trade partners to MSC’s record-breaking success.
MSC Cruises has strategically expanded its operations within the UK and Ireland, underlining its commitment to enhancing relationships with trade partners. This expansion includes significant hires and promotions across its trade support and sales teams, aimed at bolstering its market footprint.
Joining the UK trade support team, Charlotte Petrides assumes the role of senior trade support executive. She will be joined by Zoe White and Jessica Pearson, both of whom will serve as trade support executives. These appointments are pivotal, reporting directly to Claire Smith, head of trade support and training, and are expected to enhance team efficiency and engagement with partners.
Danielle Weller’s promotion to senior regional sales manager for the southern region is a testament to her dedication, having been with MSC Cruises for nine years. Her deep-rooted knowledge and experience are anticipated to drive regional growth and reinforce MSC’s regional sales strategy.
In Ireland, Suzanne Rowe will now oversee operations for Explora Journeys while maintaining her position as head of sales for MSC Cruises. This dual role is a strategic move to integrate operations more seamlessly across the regions, ensuring consistent delivery of service and support.
Steve Williams, sales director for UK & Ireland, has praised the contributions of trade partners to the company’s unparalleled success. “Our continued investment in our teams reflects our commitment to maintaining our market leadership,” Williams stated. The total experience within the team now exceeds 101 years, a landmark achievement for MSC.
Williams also anticipates continued dominance in the cruise market with the return of MSC Virtuosa to Southampton and the launch of MSC World America in April 2025. These developments are poised to solidify MSC Cruises’ position as a premier choice for holidaymakers in the UK and Ireland.
The expansions and strategic promotions at MSC Cruises highlight its dedication to strengthening market relations and enhancing customer experience.
