MSC Cruises Plans to Add 10 New Ships by 2033
MSC Cruises, one of the world’s fastest-growing cruise lines, has announced plans to add ten new cruise ships to its fleet by 2033. This growth will significantly increase the number of passengers it can carry and create many new opportunities across the company.
The expansion includes vessels already on order as well as those coming in the coming years. New ships will join the fleet that already includes well-known names like MSC World Europa and the upcoming MSC World Asia and MSC World Atlantic.
With these additions, MSC Cruises expects to grow its overall capacity by around 60 per cent compared with today. That means more routes, more guests and a bigger global footprint by the early 2030s.
While the exact details for every new ship are still developing, the message is clear: the company is investing heavily in its future and preparing to offer even more holiday options around the world.
What This Means for Job Seekers
Growing the fleet like this also means more jobs at sea and on shore. Every new ship needs crews, from hospitality teams and entertainers to officers and technical staff.
If you’re thinking about working on board an MSC Cruises ship, there are good ways to get started:
Apply for Jobs Online
MSC Cruises regularly advertises job openings for all kinds of roles. You can browse current vacancies and submit your application through All Cruise Jobs:
www.allcruisejobs.com/jobs/msc-cruises
Meet Recruiters in Person
MSC Cruises will be attending all Cruise Job Fairs in 2026. These events are great opportunities to speak directly with recruiters, learn more about working life at MSC and get your questions answered face-to-face. For details and event dates, visit:
www.cruisejobfair.com
Whether you’re just starting out or have experience at sea, these fairs and the online listings are excellent places to explore your options.
Why Work for MSC Cruises?
Working aboard cruise ships is very different from a typical job on land. Some of the benefits people enjoy include:
- Travel opportunities, visiting ports around the world
- A chance to meet people from many countries
- Team-based, fast-paced work environments
- Roles in hospitality, entertainment, guest services and more
With a decade of growth ahead, MSC Cruises will need thousands of crew members and support staff. That makes now a good time to start looking if you’re interested in a career at sea.