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Explora II successfully completes sea trials ahead of maiden voyage

Luxury
Emma Dooney
14 June 2024

The MSC Group-owned luxury cruise line has completed the testing phase of its new ship, Explora II, two months before the vessel hosts passengers for the first time. 

Explora Journeys, Explora II

Explora II marks the second addition to Explora Journeys' fleet

Explora Journeys’ Explora II has successfully completed her sea trials ahead of her maiden voyage in August. 

The 63,900 GT-vessel marks the second addition to the fleet of the luxury lifestyle ocean brand, which was founded by MSC Group in 2021. Its final construction phase took place at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Sestri Ponente near Genoa, Italy. 

“The launch of Explora I last year was the realisation of a long-held family dream to offer guests an unmatched luxury at sea experience,” said Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman of the Cruise Division at MSC Group.