Rafaela Aponte-Diamant and MSC
Rafaela Aponte-Diamant co-founded MSC, in which Forbes counted her as half-owner, and designs MSC Cruises' interiors 12.
Full nameRafaela Aponte-Diamant (née Diamant)
NationalityItaly and Switzerland
Known forCo-founder of MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company)
Rafaela Aponte-Diamant's companies
| Company | Role |
|---|---|
| MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company | Co-founder; Forbes says she held 50%; ownership passed to her children in 2026 |
| MSC Cruises | Designs the interiors of its ships |
MSC
The world's largest container shipping line, based in Geneva 12.
MSC Cruises
She is known for the interior design of the cruise line's ships 1.
Frequently asked questions
Forbes says she and her husband each owned 50%. In April 2026 MSC said ownership had passed to their children.
She designs the interiors of MSC Cruises ships, according to Powerbase.
Sources✓ Verified 14 Nov 2026
1 Powerbase, Rafaela Aponte-Diamant, 20 Oct 2026, Ownership, interiors
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