MSC Cruises' newest LNG-fuelled ship formally named
MSC Cruises christened its newest flagship, MSC World America, in a ceremony at the line’s new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal on Wednesday, April 9.
Built by French shipyard Chantiers de l’Atlantique, MSC World America is the 23rd ship in MSC Cruises' modern fleet and is also the third LNG-fuelled ship to be acquired by the company. It is a sister of MSC World Europa, which was delivered in 2022.
The newbuild has a length of 333 metres and capacity for 6,762 passengers across 21 decks. It has been designed with an innovative hull shape to minimise resistance through the water.
The ship also incorporates a wide range of equipment to optimise energy use such as smart ventilation and advanced air conditioning systems and LED lighting.
The ship is equipped with shore power to allow the engines to be switched off while in connected ports. Also fitted are an advanced wastewater treatment system and a comprehensive on-board recycling management plant.
MSC World America's inaugural season from Miami starts on Saturday, April 12. She will sail alternating seven-night Eastern Caribbean itineraries to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, San Juan, Puerto Rico and MSC Cruises' private island Ocean Cay and seven-night Western Caribbean voyages to Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico, Isla de Roatan, Honduras, and Ocean Cay.
