MSC Euribia, MSC Cruises’ flagship, will be making a technical stop at the Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal in Durban, on the 06th of November 2024.
The ship is one of the largest to berth at a South African port and is also one of MSC Cruises’ most technologically advanced, and iconic ships.
MSC Cruises’ fifth Meraviglia class ship is powered by liquid natural gas (LNG) having come into service in 2023.
Ross Volk, Managing Director of MSC Cruises South Africa, says, “We are delighted to welcome MSC Euribia for her first stop in South Africa. The R300 million Nelson Mandela Cruise Terminal in Durban is one of only two ports in South Africa equipped to accommodate such a large vessel, making the terminal the perfect site for this.”
MSC Euribia is the second ship in the MSC Cruises, fleet to be powered by liquid natural gas (LNG), which reduces emissions of greenhouse gasses by 20%. The fuel offers immediate benefits to the local port community compared to conventional maritime fuels by reducing local air emissions (99% less sulphur oxides (SOx), 99% particulate emissions and up to 85% less nitrogen oxides (NOx)).
The 6 334-passenger, 2 400-cabin ship with its instantly recognizable design features an almost 100-meter LED screen running along the ceiling of the central indoor promenade – the longest and most spectacular LED dome at sea. The ship offers passengers a choice of 10 dining venues and 21 bars, five pools that accommodate over 1 000 guests, and one of the biggest and most intricate waterparks at sea.
MSC Euribia also boasts the ultimate luxury experience – privacy and 24-hour butler services in the exclusive MSC Yacht Club.
MSC Cruises remains committed to the continued growth of the cruising industry in South Africa, and the industry’s potential to making further significant impact to the local economies and the economy of the country.
Volk continues, “This marks the official start of the local cruise season and as MSC Cruises we look forward to welcoming avid cruisers and those new to cruising onboard, throughout the summer. MSC Musica, the vessel that will service South Africa for the local season, will kick off her time on local waters on the 22nd of November 2024.”
For a closer look at MSC Euribia, take a tour here.