MSC World Europa Faces Electrical Breakdown Near Italian Coast: What Happened?

The MSC World Europa, a Malta-flagged cruise ship, encountered a technical failure while navigating the Tyrrhenian Sea on its journey from Genoa to Naples. The incident occurred around 7:25 a.m. when the ship experienced an electrical malfunction that impacted its engines. At that time, the vessel was situated approximately 8 nautical miles (around 15 kilometers) southwest of Ponza Island, along the route between Rome and Naples.

On board were 8,585 individuals, comprising nearly 6,500 passengers and over 2,000 crew members. The Italian Coast Guard confirmed that, despite the failure, the ship remained stable, with favorable weather and sea conditions. Auxiliary generators provided electrical supply for essential services.

In response to the incident, two tugboats were dispatched to tow the vessel to Naples, while technical specialists were expected to board for system evaluations. As a precaution, the Coast Guard deployed two patrol craft and a helicopter to the area, with the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre in Civitavecchia maintaining oversight of the situation.

For further details on incidents involving the MSC World Europa, you can visit the ship’s CruiseMinus page.

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