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Rafaela Aponte-Diamant

Rafaela Aponte-Diamant

Rafaela Aponte-Diamant (#43)

  • $ 45 B
  • Shipping
  • Switzerland
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  • 80 Years

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.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Rafaela Aponte-Diamant’s rise and global influence.

  • #1   World's Richest Self-Made Women (2025)
  • #44   Billionaires (2025)

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: $44.5B (February 1, 2026)

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