- MSC Cruises has completed installation of a 12-metre dragon sculpture aboard MSC World Asia
- The sculpture is suspended 10 metres above the Outdoor World Promenade
- Features include nearly 700 mirrors, 400 metres of lighting and over 3,000 LED lights
- MSC World Asia will begin Mediterranean cruises from 4 December 2026
- The ship is the third in MSC Cruises’ innovative World Class series
MSC Cruises has completed the installation of a spectacular 12-metre dragon sculpture aboard its newest flagship, MSC World Asia, marking a key milestone as the ship moves closer to welcoming its first guests. Currently under construction at Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France, MSC World Asia will begin Mediterranean cruises from 4 December 2026, offering seven-night itineraries to destinations including Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia, Messina and Valletta. The striking stainless-steel dragon sculpture is suspended 10 metres above the Outdoor World Promenade, the ship’s vibrant outdoor destination offering ocean views, dining, entertainment and relaxation.
Designed by Balich Wonder Studio, the international creative powerhouse behind some of the world’s largest live entertainment productions, the dragon sculpture is set to become one of the ship’s most recognisable visual landmarks. Crafted from stainless steel and finished in pearlescent white, the sculpture features nearly 700 mirrors, 400 metres of integrated strip lighting and more than 3,000 LED light points. Every detail has been designed to capture movement and reflection, creating the impression of a powerful figure flying above the ship, with the sculpture illuminating after dark to enhance the atmosphere of the Outdoor World Promenade.
The centerpiece complements MSC World Asia’s subtle design elements that reflect Asia’s rich culture, art and landscapes. MSC World Asia is the third ship in MSC Cruises’ innovative World Class series and a new showcase for the brand’s distinctive approach to cruising, combining European design with global influences and offering a wide choice of international dining, entertainment and family-friendly experiences. The dragon sculpture measures 12 metres in length and 3.5 metres in width, with the installation becoming one of the ship’s most recognisable visual landmarks.
Marco Balich, Chairman of Balich Wonder Studio, shared: “For the first time, an icon becomes the defining symbol of a ship, a powerful expression of identity created to inspire dreams and enrich every journey. The dragon brings together vision, craftsmanship and emotion, creating an experience that will remain with guests long after their journey.”
MSC Cruises shared in a wirtten statement: “MSC World Asia is a new showcase for the brand’s distinctive approach to cruising, combining European design with global influences.”
