MSC World America Successfully Completes Sea Trials in the Atlantic Ocean

MSC Cruises latest flagship, the MSC World America, has successfully completed rigorous sea trials in the Atlantic Ocean, marking a key step in its preparation for the upcoming Caribbean season.

This impressive vessel, weighing 216 638 gross tons and measuring 1 093 feet long, will be the 23rd ship in MSC Cruises fleet upon its delivery on March 27 at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France.

With the capacity to accommodate 6 762 passengers and 2 138 crew members, the ship boasts over 413 334 square feet of public space spread across 22 decks. It features 2 614 cabins and a wide range of amenities, including 18 bars and lounges, as well as 19 dining options.

Powered by LNG, the ship can utilize bio and synthetic renewable LNG fuels. It is also equipped with shore power connectivity, enabling engine shutdown while docked, and includes advanced wastewater treatment and comprehensive recycling management systems.

MSC Cruises has additional ships on order, including the MSC World Asia, set for delivery in 2026, and a fourth unnamed World Class vessel planned for 2027.

The official naming ceremony for MSC World America will take place on April 9 at the new MSC Miami Cruise Terminal, the largest cruise terminal in the world. The ship will then embark on its maiden voyage to Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve in The Bahamas. Regular service will begin on April 12, featuring alternating 7-night itineraries in the Eastern and Western Caribbean, with port calls including Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic, San Juan in Puerto Rico, Costa Maya and Cozumel in Mexico, Isla de Roatan in Honduras, and Ocean Cay.