The cruise division of the Switzerland-based shipping heavyweight Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has marked another decarbonization target as complete, having connected two of its vessels to shore power in Valetta, Malta.

According to the company’s officials, the MSC World Europa —the maritime transport player’s first unit powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), launched in 2022—and the Explora II —delivered by Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri in September 2024—connected to shore power at Valetta’s Grand Harbour on October 15 and October 16.