MSC Cruises, is to expand its operations at the world’s second busiest cruise port, Port Canaveral, Florida.
A recent agreement with Canaveral Port Authority included the deployment of the fourth 215,000 gt MSC Cruises ‘World Class’ cruise ship for the 2027/28 cruise season.
In addition, ’MSC Grandiosa’ will offer year-round seven-night Caribbean cruises from Port Canaveral beginning in Winter 2026/2027, building upon previously announced plans to deploy the ship at Port Canaveral for an inaugural season during Winter 2025/2026.
‘MSC Seashore’ will continue to offer year-round three- and four-night cruises to The Bahamas and Ocean Cay Marine Reserve.
“We are excited to have MSC Cruises expand their presence at Port Canaveral with the arrival of ’MSC Grandiosa’ and the deployment of their fourth ‘World Class’ ship to homeport with us,” said Capt John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO.
“The addition of these exceptional ships to our homeported fleet will add even more sailing options from Central Florida and reaffirm the cruise industry’s confidence in our ability to consistently deliver a world-class guest experience.”
“Our commitment to Port Canaveral is stronger than ever, thanks to the incredible support from our partners there and the growing demand from our guests who love the port’s convenient location,” said Lynn Torrent, Executive Vice President and CCO at MSC Cruises USA.
“Having ships dedicated to offering both short and seven-night cruises year-round will ensure we have the right options available no matter when someone wants to sail. We’re especially excited to bring a ‘World Class’ ship to Port Canaveral, continuing our long-standing pledge to deploy our most modern and innovative ships in the Caribbean market,” she said.
The as yet unnamed ‘World Class’ cruise ship will build upon the platform launched by ’MSC World Europa’ in 2022 and will feature an array of amenities, including 19 dining venues; 18 bars and lounges.
