MSC’s First American Mega Cruise Ship Completes Sea Trials

MSC Cruises is continuing its expansion into the American market preparing for the arrival of its first “World Class” cruise ship, MSC World America, which will enter service in April 2025. Currently finishing construction at Chantiers de l’Atlantique in France, the new ship recently completed its second and final sea trials before delivery.

The new mega cruise ship underwent deep-water intensive systems tests during a final sea trial in the Atlantic Ocean announced MSC Cruises. The sea trials checked the performance of the ship’s engines, maneuverability, fuel consumption, safety systems, speed, and stopping distances. The ship will now receive her final finishing touches at the shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France before being officially delivered to the cruise line on March 27.  

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