The MSC Group and Explora Journeys
The MSC Group and Explora Journeys
Founded by the Aponte family, the MSC Group launched Explora Journeys in 2021 to bring their vision of a transformative luxury cruise experience to life. The Group sought to reimagine what ocean travel could be, a seamless blend of curiosity, culture, restoration, well-being and discovery.
Explora Journeys reflects the MSC Group’s commitment to innovation, its passion for maritime heritage, and its devotion to creating meaningful connections through travel.
Alongside Explora Journeys, the MSC Group also owns MSC Cruises, one of the world’s leading contemporary cruise lines and the third-largest cruise brand globally.
The MSC Group Story
The MSC Group is a world leader in transportation, with a diverse range of companies providing cargo and passenger solutions. Its portfolio includes 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 the Mediclinic Group.
From its humble beginnings in 1970, when Captain Gianluigi Aponte began transporting foot passengers, the MSC Group has expanded across industries, employing more than 200,000 people worldwide. Its story remains rooted in a simple yet powerful philosophy: placing people and the sea at the heart of every journey.
The MSC Group remains a privately owned family company, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, where its pioneering spirit continues to thrive. Follow the MSC Group on YouTube and X to discover more about its evolving story and vision for the future.
