Doha Port received the cruise ship MSC Euripia on its first voyage to Qatar during the 2024/2025 cruise season, carrying 4,576 passengers and a crew of 1,665 individuals, as it docked at the “Terminal” cruise ship terminal in Doha Port.
“Mwani Qatar” stated through its official account on the “X” social media platform that the ship operated by “MSC Cruises” and flying the flag of Malta is the largest ship to visit the tourist station during the current season, which ends in April 2025, with a total of 20 scheduled visits.
She pointed out that “MSC Euribia” has a length of more than 331 meters and a width of 43 meters, and it is the 22nd ship in the “MSC Cruises” fleet and can accommodate up to 6,327 passengers. It is distinguished by innovative and advanced marine technology and is the second ship in the fleet to be completed. Operated with liquefied natural gas fuel.
“MSC Europia” is a modern floating hotel, consisting of 22 floors, 47 meters wide, and includes 2,626 cabins that can accommodate more than 6,000 passengers and more than 40,000 square meters of public space. The ship keeps pace with the latest modern standards in technology and environmentally friendly practices, with its experience full of diverse entertainment options.
The ship features an outdoor walkway of 104 metres, and takes its guests on a tour in which they discover different foods and drinks from around the world through 33 restaurants and lounges, each with its own character. It also provides guests of all ages with entertainment activities, including concerts, new theatrical performances, 4 distinct experiences in the “Panorama Lounge,” and live mobile shows in various areas on board the ship.
Suitable for different ages
The floating hotel includes the largest area designated for children compared to all ships in the MSC fleet, with an internal area exceeding 766 square meters, and includes 7 rooms, each of which is suitable for different age groups, starting from birth to 17 years, so that children and teenagers can enjoy various entertainment programs, including: New and old games and programs for the gifted are presented in facilities equipped with the latest technology.
The ship also offers 7 swimming pools, 13 whirlpools, and the most luxurious yacht club, which includes public spaces, outdoor areas, and new suites.
Environmentally friendly
MSC Europia is also the first ship in the MSC fleet. Cruises powered by liquefied natural gas, one of the cleanest types of fuel in the world, plays an important role in reducing carbon emissions resulting from international maritime shipping operations or bringing them to zero. It actually contributes to removing emissions of local air pollutants such as sulfur oxides and reduces nitrogen oxides by up to To 85 percent. The ship is also equipped with selective catalytic reduction systems, obtaining energy from sources provided by ports, and advanced wastewater treatment systems that meet the highest regulatory requirements in the world, including the so-called Baltic Standard, which is the most stringent standard for the disposal of wastewater at sea.