On 31st October MSC Cruises is set for a joint celebration at the Chantiers de l’Atlantic shipyard in Saint Nazaire.
Firstly, the worlds fastest growing cruise line is set to take delivery of MSC Grandiosa the first of three Meraviglia-Plus class ships.
On the same day the first piece of steel will be cut for the first of MSC’s four World Class ships.
The World Class ships belong to a new class of ship which are the 5th class developed by Chantiers de l’Atlantique for MSC Cruises and will bring to 20 the number of ships delivered by the French yard over the last 15 years.
When the first one is delivered in May 2022, it is set to be the worlds largest passenger ship by capacity. Currently the world’s largest cruise ship is Symphony of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean. Launched in 2017 and built at the same shipyard, she has a passenger capacity of 6,680 but is longer and wider than MSC new class. According to figures released so far the first world class ship who’s name is yet to be announced, will have a passenger capacity of 6,850.
The world class ships will feature what the shipyard calls a innovative ‘G’ bow which together with the streamlined hull form is designed to cut through the water.
Like many of the cruise ships now on order will feature LNG propulsion. According the the shipyard among the main features developed for these innovative ships, the new LNG propulsion and system of waste management are noticeable. The design implemented by Chantiers de l’Atlantique will allow the passengers first to enjoy an outstanding view over the ocean thanks to the aft Y-shaped structure and also to take advantage of an enhanced comfort thanks to the stem designed specially to increase both stability and aero dynamism. The ship’s other guest-centric innovations include family-friendly ‘villages’, a panoramic aft deck, and a glass pool lounge.
Take a look at the video to learn more:
MSC World Class Factfile
Number of Ships; 4
Delivery: 1st ship May 2022 (Hull no. W34), 2023, 2024, 2025
Shipyard: Chantiers de l’Atlantique, Saint Nazaire, France
Length: 333.3 m
Gross weight: 205,700
Breadth Moulded: 47 m
Height from keel to mast: 68 m
Design Draught: 9.15 m
Max Speed: 22.7 knots
Decks: 23
Flag: Malta
Passenger Capacity: 6,850
Crew: 2,126
No. of cabins: 2,760
I will bring you more news on this innovative new class as details are announced.
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