Repatriation Underway for Guests Onboard MSC Euribia

MSC Cruises is repatriating for its guests onboard MSC Euribia, who are stranded due to the war in Iran. With many airlines suspending travel to airports in the Middle East, the cruise line is working with its partners to get its guests home safely.

In the winter cruise season, MSC Euribia operates in the Middle East region, sailing from ports such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha (Qatar) to destinations around the Arabian Gulf.

In a statement on Wednesday (March 4), MSC says they are working continuously with airline partners in the region, particularly Emirates and Etihad Airways, to identify and secure return flights for its guests.

“We are requesting priority for our guests from our partners. At present, airlines operating flights have indicated that they will follow an order of priority based on the original flight date,” the statement reads.

“In order to speed up the repatriation, we are working on other options such as chartering flights from Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Muscat.

In parallel we are in constant contact with local authorities, Embassies and Foreign Offices to also support the safe return of our guests.

The situation on board remains calm. We are providing guests with regular updates on the situation. They have full access to all onboard services and facilities, and we continue to provide a high standard of care, comfort and support.”