About Explora Journeys
MSC GROUP
The MSC Group and Explora Journeys
The MSC Group launched Explora Journeys in 2021 to realize the founding family’s dream of establishing a cruise brand focused on innovating the luxury cruise industry. The Group aimed to create an experience where people can enjoy the journey and indulge in restoration, discovery, curiosity and well-being. More than a cruise line, Explora Journeys is a unique travel experience offering European luxury at sea.
In addition to Explora Journeys, the MSC Group also owns MSC Cruises, a contemporary cruise line and the third-largest cruise brand in the world.
The MSC Group’s roots emphasize the company’s passion and nautical heritage while showcasing Explora Journeys’ desire to connect with the oceans and bring this tranquility to each traveler.
The MSC Group Story
The MSC Group is a world leader in transportation, with a diverse group of companies offering cargo and passenger solutions. These companies include Explora Journeys, MSC Cruises, Italo, MSC Air Cargo, Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV), SNAV, WEC Lines, MEDLOG, MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), MedTug, Gram Car Carriers (GCC), Africa Global Logistics (AGL), Log-In and Mediclinic Group.
Today, the MSC Group has expanded across industries with more than 200,000 employees worldwide. It is recognized as a leader in award-winning luxury cruises, a terminal investor in some of the world’s busiest ports, and a provider of cargo and passenger ferry transportation.
Founded in 1970 by Captain Gianluigi Aponte, the Group started with transporting foot passengers. Its humble beginnings have shaped its culture by placing people at the heart of the business.
With the Aponte family’s long history and generations of seafaring, the Group’s undeniable passion for the sea continues to innovate the maritime industry, connecting global communities and exceeding customer expectation.
The MSC Group is a privately owned family company headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Follow the MSC Group on YouTube and X to learn more.
