SALES OPEN FOR MSC EURIBIA’S INAUGURAL SEASON PROMISING BREATH-TAKING ITINERARIES IN NORTHERN EUROPE FOR SUMMER 2023

• MSC Euribia to become the most environmentally advanced ship and the 2 LNG ship in the MSC Cruises fleet
• MSC Euribia to start sailing from Kiel, Germany in June 2023 – sales are now open
• MSC Cruises reveals winning artwork of the competition to design the hull of MSC Euribia

 

Geneva, Switzerland – 31st March 2022 – MSC Cruises has opened sales for MSC Euribia, the line’s most environmentally advanced ship in its fleet and its second LNG-powered ship currently under construction at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France, due to be delivered in early June 2023. The ship will spend her inaugural season in Northern Europe from the German port of Kiel, offering guests a rich panoply of incredible destinations to discover.

MSC Euribia will offer an incredible seven-night itinerary sailing to the  Norwegian Fjords with weekly departures from Kiel, Germany with calls including Copenhagen, Denmark; Hellesylt, Norway for the Geirangerfjord; as well as Alesund and Flaam, also in Norway, among others.

 

For more information on dates and itineraries visit MSC Euribia HERE. All Voyagers Club members who book MSC Euribia, will benefit from their usual 5% discount plus a further 5% booking discount and enjoy double Voyagers Club points. In addition, Silver, Gold, and Diamond members also benefit from a €/$ 50 per person on onboard credit.

 

Hull Design Finalists Revealed

MSC Euribia will strike a markedly different silhouette than her sister ships in the Meraviglia-Plus class, thanks to an exclusive artwork designed as a commitment by MSC Cruises to the sea. The line held an exclusive international design competition through Talent House to create a unique artwork for the ship’s hull, inspired by the sea and its important marine ecosystem. The design will be featured permanently on the ship’s hull, highlighting the steps that the Company is taking towards a greener future.

Designs from 59 countries worldwide were submitted and Northumberland-based freelance graphic artist Daniel Weatheritt has been revealed as one of the 5 finalists. Of the experience, Daniel said “The experience was quite different to anything that I have designed previously – while I am used to illustration, the scale and three-dimensional format of this project presented a unique creative challenge. The focus on conservation interested me greatly, as it is a cause which is incredibly important to me personally, so this competition felt like a wonderful fit. I wanted my design to have a message behind it and have a high visual impact both up close and far away.  Upon hearing that I had made it to the group of 5 finalists out of thousands of entries from artists all over the world, I felt creatively appreciated, honoured, and excited.”

 

The five finalists will have their designs displayed on board the ship in a new gallery. 

Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman of the Cruise Division of MSC Group said, “In response to the growing need to protect the ocean for future generations, we have made it our mission to equip our ships with the latest and most advanced environmental technologies and solutions, with MSC Euribia showcasing the best of them to-date. The contest to design the hull for our latest LNG ship was launched to help us communicate our unwavering commitment to the environment as this ship sails the world.”

The environmentally advanced MSC Euribia

MSC Euribia will come into service in 2023 and become the second LNG-powered ship in MSC Cruises’ fleet, marking another step forward in substantially reducing greenhouse gas emissions. LNG plays a key role in the journey towards climate change mitigation and will reduce CO emissions by up to 25% on MSC Euribia compared to standard fuels while also virtually eliminating other air emissions.

As bio and synthetic fuels become available, MSC Euribia’s emissions will be further reduced. LNG is key to the development of low carbon solutions for shipping as emerging technologies such as fuel cells can be operated with LNG until zero emissions bio-LNG or green hydrogen become available at scale. MSC Cruises is actively involved in several projects to develop and make these technologies viable in partnership with regulators, academia, shipyards and industry. This includes a project to study the use of hydrogen fuel in cruise ships in partnership with Fincantieri and SNAM, as well as a pilot project for the development of solid oxide fuel cell technology for cruise ships with Chantiers de l’Atlantique and Bloom Energy.

MSC Euribia will utilise an advanced wastewater treatment system, as well as an underwater radiated noise management system to minimise the effects of vibrations on marine life. Multiple energy efficiency features help reduce and optimise engine use.

MSC Cruises is committed to powering at least three upcoming ships with LNG, representing a total investment exceeding EUR 3 billion.

 

 

About MSC Euribia:

MSC Euribia is named after the ancient goddess Eurybia who harnessed the winds, weather and constellations to master the seas, furthering the vision of the ship to master the deployment of state-of-the-art sustainable technologies to protect and preserve the precious marine ecosystem. 

As a Meraviglia-Plus ship, MSC Euribia will offer a dynamic guest experience with innovative features and facilities. Some of the highlights include:

• An enhanced MSC Yacht Club, with stylish private facilities and accommodation including a panoramic lounge, gourmet restaurant and private pool and sun deck
• MSC for Me – the multi-channel digital experience to help guests make the most of their holiday experience
• A choice of 10 restaurants and 21 bars including specialty restaurant options
• A 945-seater theatre and the stunning Carousel Lounge at the aft of the ship
• Extensive kids’ facilities including with LEGO® play areas and a Chicco baby club
• 112-metre-long Mediterranean promenade lined with boutiques bars and restaurants topped with a breathtaking LED sky screen with animations throughout the day and night
• Five swimming pools including an extensive pool with retractable roof and a 1,000sqm aquapark
• The luxurious MSC Aurea Spa with full range of treatments and the state-of-the-art MSC Gym by Technogym®

 

 For more information on MSC Euribia, please visit here https://www.msccruises.co.uk/cruises/ships/msc-euribia

 For more information on our Northern European itineraries visit here https://www.msccruises.co.uk/cruises/destinations/northern-europe

 

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