MSC Cruises raised 4 million euros onboard their cruise ships worldwide for UNICEF. The celebration ceremony held at the Expo in Milan,Italy, was attended by representatives of UNICEF and MSC Cruises, hundreds of children and Expo visitors from around the world.

A symbolic check of EUR 4 million was given to Philippe Baud, Deputy Director of UNICEF Switzerland, by Daniela Picco, Chief of Strategic Partnerships MSC Cruises. Children's Fund of the United Nations, UNICEF, is fighting for the rights of children worldwide and is present in over 190 countries and territories. MSC Cruises and this important organization joined forces in 2009 with "Get on Board for Children" initiative, which encouraged travelers aboard the entire fleet of MSC Cruises to donate to UNICEF.

Pierfrancesco Vago, CEO of MSC Cruises said: "MSC Cruises and UNICEF have a strong and solid relationship after working closely since 2009 in a program that positively impacts the lives of thousands of children around the world. We are, therefore, very proud to have reached the milestone of 4 million euros and want to thank our customers for their continued generosity, UNICEF support in our joint program. "

Elisabeth Müller, CEO of the Swiss Committee for UNICEF, was very satisfied with the result of the partnership: "With therapeutic food preparations (RUTF), funded from donations customers MSC Cruises, we could save lives of thousands of children and we have fostered a healthy start in life. "

"In addition, the MSC Group concluded rail cars, including cargo and other businesses around the world, and its staff have now the honor of organizing the logistics and delivery capabilities to deliver these life-saving products. Thanks to the global reach of our operations, when the situation requires, we are able to deliver literally anywhere in the world. "

Daniela Picco said: "The Milan Expo 2015, focused on" Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life ", provides an ideal platform to host an event like this, with all eyes on him, and this, in turn, It leads to greater awareness of the valuable work carried out by UNICEF on behalf of children around the world. In addition, as a mother, I am proud to know that contributions, participation and logistical support from customers MSC Cruises has allowed UNICEF to assist almost 10,000 children in the last six months. "