Cisalpina Tours International and Emirates partner for marine crew travel

Cisalpina Tours International (CTI), a travel management company under the MSC Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Emirates Airline to enhance cooperation in the marine crew travel segment. The agreement was formalized during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai.

The partnership aims to leverage Emirates' global network to support the specialized mobility needs of maritime crews. Under the agreement, Emirates will serve as the preferred airline partner for CTI's maritime crew travel services. The two companies intend to combine their expertise to develop joint commercial opportunities and share market intelligence regarding crew travel flows, port developments, and broader industry trends.

CTI brings over 50 years of experience in managing maritime logistics, cruise ship crew flows, and corporate travel. The collaboration focuses on the critical nature of marine crew mobility, where punctuality and rapid response to schedule changes are essential for maintaining maritime operational continuity.