New Miami Headquarters Marks Bold Next Step for MSC Cruises in the US Market
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MSC Cruises has opened its 130,000-square-foot North American headquarters in Miami.
The new office will be home to more than 400 team members.
The cruise line remains committed to expanding North American operations with more ships.
The largest cruise line in Europe and third-largest in the world, MSC Cruises, has officially opened its new Miami headquarters, providing the base of operations for its North America market and showcasing its dedication to bringing its unique brand of cruising to the region.
The 130,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art office space is on the seventh floor at Block 55 at Sawyer’s Walk, located at 249 NW 6th Street in Miami. This is just two blocks from the Miami Brightline Station and less than four miles from the MSC Cruises terminal at PortMiami.
The ceremonial ribbon cutting on Monday, January 26, 2026 included cruise line executives along with city officials, MSC Group leadership, community partners, and more.
The new facility, part of a 1.5 million-square-foot mixed-use development by SG Holdings, will be home to MSC Cruises in a critical location to support their North American cruise operations and will provide office space for more than 400 team members.
“Our new North American Cruise Division headquarters reflects the scale of our ambitions for both MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys,” said Rubén A. Rodríguez, CEO of MSC Group’s North America Cruise Division.
“By bringing our teams together under one roof, we are creating an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and shared purpose as we continue expanding our footprint, deploying more ships, welcoming more guests and strengthening our presence across U.S. homeports.”
MSC Cruises’ flagship, MSC World America, is homeported from PortMiami, offering 7-night Caribbean itineraries and visiting the cruise line’s private island in the Bahamas, MSC Ocean Cay Marine Reserve.
MSC Cruises’ ships in North America are also homeported from Port Canaveral, Galveston, New York, and Seattle, depending on the season.
MSC Investment in Miami
The project has been a $100 million direct investment by MSC Group and an economic boom to Miami, expected to support an additional 1,500 jobs over the next three years.
Furthermore, the overall recurrent economic impact of the headquarters is expected to be approximately $300 million annually across hospitality, retail, infrastructure, logistics, and other economic sectors.
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“I am thrilled to welcome MSC Group’s North American Cruise Division headquarters to Miami-Dade County, just a few miles from PortMiami,” said Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor of Miami-Dade County.
“This exciting investment will create hundreds of new jobs, generate meaningful economic impact, and further strengthen Miami-Dade’s position as a global hub for cruise and cargo operations. It also reflects MSC Group’s confidence in our community and our shared commitment to building a more sustainable and resilient future. I’m proud to partner with MSC Group as they continue to grow and invest in our region.”
“MSC Group’s decision to establish its North American Cruise Division headquarters in Miami reflects the city’s unmatched position as a global gateway for trade, travel, and maritime commerce,” added Eileen Higgins, City of Miami Mayor.
MSC Cruises has continued investing in its North America operations over the past several years, including deploying vessels to US homeports, building the world’s largest cruise terminal in Miami, and planning a joint cruise terminal with Norwegian Cruise Line in Galveston.
Cruise travelers eager for new options, exciting new ships, and ever-more cruising opportunities are happy to see MSC Cruises continue to grow in North America, bringing a unique new experience and even more options to set sail.
New Miami Headquarters Marks Bold Next Step for MSC Cruises in the US Market