A Historic Double Milestone
The float out of EXPLORA V and the coin ceremony of EXPLORA VI at Fincantieri’s Sestri Ponente shipyard in Genoa mark two further milestones towards the completion of Explora Journeys’ six-ship fleet in 2028.
Two Ships, One Vision: Redefining the Future of Ocean Travel
A significant milestone in the evolution of the fleet was marked at Fincantieri’s shipyard in Genoa Sestri Ponente, here two pivotal milestones marked the next chapter in the evolution of our fast-growing fleet:
- the float-out of EXPLORA V,
- the coin ceremony for EXPLORA VI.
"EXPLORA VI marks an important milestone in our journey and represents how far we have come in bringing a new category of ultra-elegant ocean travel to life."
Anna Nash, President of Explora Journeys
The Float Out
of EXPLORA V
The Coin Ceremony
for EXPLORA VI
Advancing Marine Technology
All Explora Journeys ships are equipped for shore power connectivity, enabling them to connect to local electricity grids while in port and switch off their engines, eliminating direct emissions from onboard power generation during connection.
EXPLORA III was the fleet’s first LNG-powered ship. EXPLORA V and EXPLORA VI will also be powered by LNG and are designed to use renewable and next-generation fuels, including bio-LNG, synthetic LNG and biofuels. EXPLORA VI will also feature fuel cell technology to support more efficient energy generation, while EXPLORA V is being designed to accommodate this technology in the future.
These developments support the MSC Group’s long-term energy transition strategy, combining advanced marine technologies with increasing use of lower emissions and renewable fuels.
A New Vision For Ocean Travel
Explora Journeys was born from a bold vision: to reimagine luxury ocean travel. Since the launch of EXPLORA I, it has become a new reference point in the industry, acclaimed for curated itineraries, immersive cultural moments, elegantly relaxed design, and exceptional service.
With each new ship, the brand advances its purpose: to offer transformative Journeys that connect guests with the ocean, themselves, and the world—through experiences that are sustainable, elevated, and deeply meaningful.
