• MSC Cruises will be the Title Sponsor for three 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship™ Grand Prix races
• The races are FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2027, FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES TURKISH GRAND PRIX 2027 and FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES GRANDE PRÊMIO DE PORTUGAL 2027
• This is part of the Cruise Division of MSC Group’s partnership with Formula 1®, founded in shared values of teamwork and innovation

MSC Cruises has announced it will be the proud title sponsor of three 2027 FIA Formula One World Championship™ Grand Prix races next year – FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2027, FORMULA 1 TURKISH GRAND PRIX and FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES GRANDE PRÊMIO DE PORTUGAL 2027.

For the second consecutive year, MSC Cruises will serve as the title sponsor of three races during the Formula 1® season, further strengthening the cruise line’s longstanding relationship with the world’s premier motorsport series, built on shared values of teamwork, precision and innovation.

The three newly announced title sponsorships build on MSC Cruises’ existing trackside branding and hospitality activations as part of the long-established global partnership, first established in 2022 and extending through to 2030.

Throughout the 2027 season, branding from both brands within MSC Group’s Cruise Division, MSC Cruises and luxury ocean travel brand Explora Journeys, will be featured across a selection of Formula 1® Grand Prix, bringing the two brands to fans around the world.

BELGIUM – FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2027

Held from 23-25 July, 2027, the MSC CRUISES BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2027 brings the thrill of Formula 1® to the forests of the Belgian Ardennes. The circuit de Spa-Francorchamps sits spans 7.004 kilometres and is one of the longest, most demanding track on the Formula 1® calendar.

PORTUGAL – FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES GRANDE PRÊMIO DE PORTUGAL 2027

Taking place from 18-20 June, 2027, the FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES GRANDE PRÊMIO DE PORTUGAL 2027 sees the return of Formula 1 to Portugal after a brief hiatus. The circuit, the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve, located in the picturesque Algarve region, is known for its technical challenges and dramatic elevation changes, making it a key venue for the sport.

TÜRKİYE – FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES TURKISH GRAND PRIX 2027

The FORMULA 1 TURKISH GRAND PRIX is making a comeback to the F1 calendar from 1-3 October, in a new five-year deal starting from 2027. Istanbul Park, which is around 45 kilometres away from Istanbul, first welcomed F1 in 2005 and its iconic counterclockwise circuit spanning 5.33 km has hosted nine Grands Prix in total, pushing drivers and cars to their limits.

About the Cruise Division of MSC Group

The Cruise Division of MSC Group, the privately-owned world leader in transportation is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland with two distinct brands – MSC Cruises, covering the contemporary and premium segments and Explora Journeys dedicated to the luxury segment.

MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America. A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 250 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.

Explora Journeys, launched in 2023, is the luxury ocean travel brand redefining the experience for a new generation of discerning travellers. The fleet, currently comprising two ships and expanding to six by 2028, offers effortless yet refined luxury. Guests embark on transformative journeys, connecting with the sea through exceptional itineraries that inspire discovery in all its forms.