Rafaela Aponte-Diamant (#44)
- $ 45 B
- Shipping
- Switzerland
- F
- 81 Years
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About Me
Rafaela Aponte-Diamant and her husband Gianluigi each own a 50% stake in MSC, the world's largest shipping line. Rafaela first met Gianluigi on a trip to the Italian island of Capri in the 1960s, when Gianluigi was a ship captain. They entered the shipping industry together in 1970, when they purchased a ship with a $200,000 loan. MSC also operates in holiday cruises (MSC Cruises), inland logistics (Medlog) and port operations (Terminal Investment Limited.) Rafaela is responsible for decorating ships for MSC Cruises; Gianluigi is MSC's executive chairman and their son, Diego, is MSC's president.
Achievements
Career Highlights
A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Rafaela Aponte-Diamant’s rise and global influence.
Wealth Growth
Net Worth Growth Over Time
Tracking Rafaela Aponte-Diamant’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.
Current Net Worth: $44.6B
(April 18, 2026)
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