Your first glimpse at the innovative MSC Seaside from MSC cruise line, set to launch in December 2017.

The MSC Seaside is set to introduce a new generation of cruise ships for MSC. Featuring revolutionary design and technology, the Seaside will be the first MSC ship to be christened in the USA.

Rendering of the new class of ships that will be built by Fincantieri for MSC Cruises, to be delivered in 2017 and 2018
Rendering of the new class of ships that will be built by Fincantieri for MSC Cruises, to be delivered in 2017 and 2018

The Seaside will feature a promenade which wraps almost completely around the whole exterior of the ship, giving guests an abundance of outdoor space in which to relax and enjoy the warm Caribbean sun.

MSC Seaside Promenade
The promenade

The MSC Seaside is the first of four ships that MSC have placed orders for with Fincantieri ship yard.

MSC Seaside aerial view
MSC Seaside

The Seaside will also feature the largest Aquapark at sea with the introduction of slide board technology which will see interactive games installed on the slides.

MSC Seaside full view

MSC Seaside Quick Stats

  • Gross tonnage – 160,000
  • Number of passengers – 5,179
  • Crew members – 1,413
  • Number of Staterooms – 2,017 guest cabins/ 759 crew cabins
  • Length / Beam / Height – 3,476 sq. ft. / 441 sq. ft. / 775 sq. ft.
  • Lower Berth – 4,140
  • Maximum speed – 21.3 knots
  • Open Areas – 468,230 square feet
  • Advanced Water Treatment (AWT) – System to remove pollutants and hazardous substances from waste water.
  • Antifouling paints – Optimized hull lines, propellers and rudders to reduce drag and fuel consumption
  • LED lighting – Meaning lower energy demand and significantly lower fuel consumption

We’ll be updating this blog post with more information about the MSC Seaside as it’s released, so make sure to check back regularly for updates on this exciting new ship!

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