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Major cruise companies announce HQ relocation and expansion plans

MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys are now based in Surrey

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Antonio Paradiso, VP of International Sales at MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys(Image: Getty Images / MSC Cruises)

Two of the biggest names in the global cruise industry have announced their relocation to Woking, Surrey, from their previous º£½ÇÊÓÆµ and Ireland base.

The decision by MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys is a reflection of the companies' ongoing expansion and their commitment to the º£½ÇÊÓÆµ and Ireland's cruise market.

The cruise lines hope that their new headquarters will provide a platform for further growth, with several exciting opportunities set to launch this year.

The move also marks a renewed pledge by MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys to support local and national charities, with plans to increase investment in the local community, forge new partnerships, and create opportunities for local residents.

MSC Virtuosa is part of a fleet that offers cruises across five continents, calling at more than 300 destinations(Image: MSC Cruises)

The world’s third-largest cruise line, MSC Cruises operates in more than 100 countries, and is the market leader in Europe, South America, the Middle East, and Southern Africa. With a commitment to innovation, design and technology, it plans to operate a fleet of 23 ships across the globe by summer 2025.

The luxury lifestyle brand Explora Journeys currently has two ships in service, and promises “European sophistication with a boutique hotel ambiance”, and “immersive journeys focused on discovery, wellbeing, and connection”.

Antonio Paradiso, VP of International Sales at MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys, said: "Woking is an exciting place for businesses to grow, and we are proud to now call it home.

“As we settle into the area, we look forward to connecting with the local community and making a positive impact.