MSC is delighted to announce the launch of the very first MSC Sailing Cup, due to take place on 11 and 12 September 2025 at the Real Club Náutico de Valencia (the Royal Sailing Club of Valencia, Spain).
This brand-new regatta will bring together MSC’s own sailing crews from Spain and Geneva along with teams from leading companies across Spain’s maritime and logistics sector.
The event offers a unique opportunity to unite businesses from across the maritime industry while shining a spotlight on MSC’s proud sailing tradition. Four boats manned by our Geneva and Spain-based crews will race alongside teams from top logistics, freight forwarding and shipping companies including Grupo Alonso, Grupo Caliche, Noatum Logistics and Pérez y Cía.
Starting a tradition fueled by passion
Set against the stunning backdrop of Valencia’s coastline, the regatta is designed to welcome clients and industry professionals for an unforgettable experience, combining entertainment, friendly sportsmanship, and a healthy dose of competitive spirit. The regatta enables MSC to share our passion for the sea with customers and celebrate our commitment and pride in our nautical heritage.
Guests will be invited to enjoy the regatta from VIP boats out at sea, offering a front-row view of the action. The event will wrap up with a special customer gathering on the afternoon of 12 September, featuring an awards ceremony and live music to celebrate the occasion. The full programme includes a pre-regatta welcome dinner, a lively paella party for all crews at the Sailing Club Village, and a concert by local artists to close out the festivities in true Mediterranean style.
Commenting on the upcoming event, Ignacio Ballester, Deputy Manager Director of MSC Spain and part of MSC Spain’s crew, said ‘’this unique event is the starting point for an exceptional new project that is the result of the dedication and passion of the MSC sailing teams. Their hard work and teamwork are an inspiration to us all.’’
Sailing—reflecting MSC’s Nautical Heritage
MSC is proud to unite some of the sector’s leading companies through a sport as sustainable and symbolic as sailing—bringing people together on the water, where precision, resilience, and partnership truly shine.
Sailing is a natural fit for MSC, aligning with our maritime heritage, values, and genuine passion for the sea. Our deep care for the marine environment means we work hard to protect and minimize our impact on it. As one of the greenest sports in the world, sailing dovetails perfectly with this sustainability journey.
Follow the journey!
We wish all the teams participating in the first edition of the MSC Sailing Cup fair seas and following winds.
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