MSC Meraviglia, built by Chantiers de l’Atlantique in Saint-Nazaire, France, entered service in 2017 as the first ship of MSC Cruises’ Meraviglia Class. The vessel measures 1,034 feet in length, 141 feet in beam, with a gross tonnage of 171,598 and a draft of 28 feet. Designed to carry up to 5,642 passengers at maximum occupancy across 19 decks, it offers 2,244 staterooms and is staffed by approximately 1,540 crew. Its deck plan highlights include the two-deck Galleria Meraviglia promenade with a 262-foot LED sky screen, a central atrium, multiple theaters including the Carousel Lounge, and extensive dining and leisure facilities. Propulsion is provided by a diesel-electric system driving ABB Azipods, delivering a service speed of 22.7 knots.
