Explora Journeys announced that Rosalba Giugni will be Explora II's godmother at the new ship’s official naming ceremony on 15SEP in Civitavecchia near Rome, Italy.
Explora II is the latest addition to the Explora Journeys fleet. It will be delivered from the Fincantieri shipyard on 12SEP.
Rosalba Giugni is the founder and president of the Marevivo Foundation, a nonpartisan environmental conservation organization founded in 1985 that is committed to preserving marine environments.
Born of a shared vision between Captain Gianluigi Aponte, founder and chairman of the MSC Group, and Rosalba Giugni, supporter of marine conservation education in the Mediterranean Sea area, the MSC Foundation has been stewarding Marevivo’s partnership with the MSC Group since 2019.
Rosalba has been instrumental in creating marine reserves, promoting international campaigns, and developing legislation to protect marine ecosystems.
Pierfrancesco Vago, executive chairman – Cruise Division, MSC Group, said, “We are honoured to have Rosalba Giugni as the godmother of Explora Journeys’ magnificent new luxury ship, symbolizing the dedication of the MSC Group and our MSC Foundation to preserve the natural beauty of the oceans that are fundamental to our journeys around the world. Her commitment to marine conservation and the protection of the sea makes her an inspiration to us all. Rosalba`s passion for the sea extends to scientific dissemination and public advocacy, making her a fitting godmother for EXPLORA II.”
“I am deeply honoured to be named the godmother of EXPLORA II," said Giugni.
"This role holds special significance for me, as it reflects our shared commitment to experiencing the world in a meaningful and respectful way. I am pleased to support Explora Journeys and the MSC Group in promoting and advancing a cultural shift towards greater protection of our precious marine ecosystem. Our future is tied to the health of the sea, and its wellbeing depends on the choices we make. The climate crisis is a clear warning: we are out of time. The ecological transition needs to begin now, tomorrow may already be too late.”
