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MSC World Europa Resumes Voyage After Engine Fault Off Italy

Officials say the liner resumed its itinerary after a Naples inspection with no safety risk reported.

Overview

  • The LNG-powered cruise ship reported an electrical propulsion problem near Ponza on 25 August during a GenoaNaples leg.
  • The Italian Coast Guard declared conditions stable, deployed patrol boats and a helicopter, and monitored from the Civitavecchia rescue center.
  • Propulsion was partly restored, tugs and technicians were readied, and the vessel entered Naples for checks late Monday.
  • Vessel-tracking showed departure from Naples on 26 August toward Messina after inspection, with onboard services maintained by generators.
  • About 8,585 people were aboard; some passengers posted about limited water, and a formal technical investigation is pending.