Today in the port of Barcelona was inaugurated
officially the cruise terminal of the MSC group which is
became operational in February
(
of
31
May 2021 and
17
February 2025). The ribbon cutting took place in
occasion of the first port of
call of Explora II, the second ship of the
MSC's luxury ocean travel brand Explora Journeys
Cruises.
"Barcelona - underlined Pierfrancesco Vago,
executive chairman of the cruise division of the MSC group, in
occasion of the ceremony - is a strategic partner for the
MSC group for over four decades and for MSC Cruises for more than
of 25 years, and our commitment is constant. The new terminal
It's not just an investment in modern infrastructure
port, but shows that we are aligned with the strategy of the
cities for a more balanced tourism model and
all bringing economic benefits to the region.
We are happy to have embarked on this new chapter with the port
of Barcelona: our guests of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys
will enjoy the advantages offered by this property
modern, innovative and sustainable cruise industry".
This summer there will be five MSC Cruises ships that will make
stopover in the capital of Catalonia as part of their cruises
in the Mediterranean: MSC World Europa, MSC Seaview, MSC
Seaside, MSC Magnifica and MSC Orchestra. Even the
luxury ship Explora II will call regularly
during the summer season.
The new cruise terminal will be equipped with a
cold ironing for the connection of ships to the electricity grid of
which will be available in 2027 and will allow
turn off the engines while docking in port, eliminating the
emissions into the environment.
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