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Cruise canceled after smoke development in switchboard
On the early morning of June 3, 2025, a technical defect in the switchboard in the engine room of the 'MSC Orchestra' caused smoke development and a power outage for approximately one to two hours. The safety systems in the immediate vicinity were able to contain the disruption. Other areas of the ship, including guest areas, were not affected. No injuries were reported. The ship's passengers were immediately informed of the situation, and it was communicated via loudspeaker that the ship was in a safe position. There was, however, no oppen fire. After the situation was brought under control, the 'MSC Orchestra' was able to continue its voyage, but arrived in Genoa ten hours late. Although the technical problem has been resolved, boarding in Genoa and Marseille was canceled to allow further inspections for possible defects and repairs. The current cruise has been canceled. Guests have been contacted, support was being provided, and appropriate refunds were to be issued to affected passengers.
Medevac off Escombreras
In the afternoon of Aug 22, 2023, the 'MSC Orchestra', en route from Marseille to Malaga, requested the medical evacuation of an 89-year-old passenger with emphysema. The CCS Cartagena of Salvamento Marítimo mobilized the SAR boat 'Salvamar Draco', which rendezvoused with the cruise ship one nautilcal mile south of Escombreras and transferred her to the port, from where she was taken to the hospital for further medical care.
Crew member died in accident
The death of a female South African crew member in the night of March 24, 2022, aboard the 'MSC Orchestra was believed to be of an accidental nature. She had suffered a severe injury, and medical staff rushed to help the crew member. She had injuries to her neck and head, and had bled to death, so they couldn’t save the crew member's life. She was working in the crew mess, and it was her first contract. The ship left Durban for a three-night voyage on March 25. Police in KwaZulu-Natal was investigating the death of the 29-year-old woman.
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