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MSC Cruises & Formula 1 sign multi-year partnership deal

As a global partner for Formula 1, MSC Cruises is permitted to berth its ships at nearby ports during select Grand Prix weekends driving its visibility among race fans.

Holly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

March 22, 2022

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L-R: Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman, MSC Cruises with Stefano Domenicali, president & CEO, Formula 1PHOTO: GETTY IMAGES

The deal was struck at the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2022 which took place on March 20.

Reaching for net zero

Both companies have committed to becoming net zero, as highlighted by Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman, MSC Cruises: ‘There is a strong shared ambition between us and F1, as we are both committed to investing in research to accelerate the development and adoption of next generation technologies – both maritime and environmental in our case – to build the future of our industries in a sustainable way.

‘We are both working to continuously improve environmental performance with a clear vision to build a lasting legacy for future generations. We are looking forward to developing our relationship together as this exciting season unfolds.’

Added Stefano Domenicali, president & CEO, Formula 1: ‘It is a perfect partnership with both of us focussed on delivering the best experience for our fans and customers globally, and combining entertainment, luxury and service. We are both committed to sustainable solutions, and MSC’s insight and expertise perfectly complement our global offering and will continue to enhance our brand.’ 


 

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About the Author

Holly Payne

Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

Holly is Deputy Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review & Seatrade Cruise News and has experience managing a range of highly successful international business and consumer titles. With a flair for video reporting and a history of overseas work documenting people and places of diverse cultures, Holly brings a variety of skills to the Seatrade Cruise portfolio.

Holly’s academic credentials include oral and written Arabic language skills (intermediate-advanced), an MA Multimedia Journalism with NCTJ accreditation, and a BA (Hons) Degree in Classical and Archaeological Studies with English and American Literature.

 

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