MSC Cruises has welcomed Marine Mammal Observer (MMO) Maria Snell aboard the MSC Poesia as part of an industry-first partnership with marine conservation organization ORCA. Linden Coppell, VP of sustainability and ESG at MSC Cruises, said: “As MSC Cruises continues to grow its presence in Alaska, we are committed to doing so thoughtfully and in partnership with organizations that bring deep expertise and local knowledge.” We are delighted to welcome Snell aboard and look forward to learning from her work throughout the season,” added Coppell. Through this research, ORCA hopes to contribute valuable insights to the wider scientific and maritime communities. The news follows MSC Cruises’ launch of its first-ever Alaska season in May and the establishment of Seattle as its newest U.S. homeport.