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13 July 2023 06:59

Hurtigruten Expeditions Opens Shanghai Office & Appoints Industry Heavy Hitters To Global Commercial Team

Alex Delamere-White becomes Chief Commercial Officer, Hurtigruten Expeditions London: July 13th, 2023 – Hurtigruten Expeditions announced investments in its expedition business, further fuelling its long-term growth in the adventure travel sector. The moves include appointing a new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Alex Delamere-White as part of the Hurtigruten Expeditions Executive Leadership Tea

7 July 2023 10:00

Greenlands Arctic Umiaq Line Partners with Hurtigruten Norway to Promote Sustainable Tourism in Greenland

Arctic Umiaq Line and Hurtigruten Norway are proud to announce their new partnership to enhance growth and opportunities in Greenland's tourism industry. Both companies, with a high focus on sustainability, are partnering to develop Arctic Umiaq Line’s unique product for the international market and promote sustainable tourism in Greenland.

Photo: Lisa Germany, Visit Greenland
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13 June 2023 09:00

Hurtigruten Foundation’s New “Camping in Antarctica” Fundraiser Drives Record Annual Grant Donation

Guests support fundraising milestone by staying under canvas on the White Continent
2023 Foundation grants and guest participation to focus on projects supporting scientific research and local communities
Following close review of 82 applications, Hurtigruten Foundation, the non-profit arm of Hurtigruten Group, announces the recipients of its 2023 grants: 14 projects that align with its miss

7 June 2023 10:00

Hurtigruten Norway Unveils its First Zero-Emission Cruise Ship: World’s Most Energy-Efficient Cruise Vessel

OSLO, Norway (June 7, 2023) – Weeks before its 130thanniversary, Hurtigruten Norway unveiled plans for its first zero-emission ship. Initially announced in March 2022, under project name ‘Sea Zero,’ the first-of-its-kind initiative has revealed early concept plans for the world’s most energy-efficient cruise ship. Hurtigruten Norway presented the findings alongside its consortium of 12 maritime pa

27 April 2023 07:01

Hurtigruten Group Releases 2022 Environmental Social and Governance Report

Reinforces commitment to Science Based Targets, prioritizes emission elimination over carbon offsets and highlights its 2022 EUR66 Million sustainable fleet investment Key sustainability milestones achieved with the launch of the second hybrid powered ship in the Hurtigruten Norway fleet, MS Kong Harald, bringing the total of hybrid ships to five across the Hurtigruten Group.

18 April 2023 06:02

Hurtigruten Group Chief Financial Officer Transition

Today, Hurtigruten Group AS announced that Torleif Ernstsen has decided to resign from his position effective, June 30th, 2023 and that James McArthur will succeed him as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Company.

21 March 2023 10:04

Hurtigruten Norway’s Sea Zero project enters next phase to launch zero emission ship by 2030

Hurtigruten Norway, which is working towards its first zero emission ship by 2030, has kicked off an innovative research project in partnership with research institute SINTEF and 12 maritime partners. The new consortium is dedicated to developing innovative, zero-emission solutions for the future of passenger ships. Based on cutting-edge research, the partners aim to create the most energy-efficie

15 March 2023 09:01

Hurtigruten Foundation seeks projects that deserve funding

The Hurtigruten Foundation, a non-profit organization committed to supporting sustainable exploration and research, is now accepting applications for its grants. The Foundation supports projects and initiatives that positively impact the natural environment and wildlife, support local communities, and battle plastic waste and marine litter. Since 2015, the Foundation has supported more than 60 pro

15 February 2023 12:31

Alastair Newton Joins Hurtigruten Expeditions

The world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line has signed on expedition expert Alastair Newton to build the world's most sustainable and educational next-level expedition cruises.

2 February 2023 11:00

Hurtigruten Expeditions Offers Limited 2-for-1 deal to Support Galápagos Wildlife

The world’s leading expedition cruise company now offering three new itineraries giving customers even more adventures in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
In celebration of these new sailing routes, Hurtigruten Expeditions offers limited two-for-one and 50% off solo sailings
As part of their ongoing commitment to conserving nature, Hurtigruten Expeditions will donate $100,000 of its sales from t

26 January 2023 16:38

Alex McNeil Joins Hurtigruten Expeditions

The world’s largest and leading expedition cruise line has onboarded expedition expert Alex McNeil to develop Hurtigruten Expeditions’ next generation of expedition cruises – with even more depth and destination partnerships at the core of the experience.
A pioneer in the expedition industry since 2007, McNeil (CAN) has completed over 100 expeditions, including reaching the Geographic North Pol

29 November 2022 07:58

Adventure travel company Hurtigruten Group’s foundation announces new donations

Protecting endangered birds in the Galapagos and more beach cleaning on Svalbard are among the projects receiving 2022’s last round of grants from Hurtigruten Foundation. The adventure travel company reiterates its promise to supporting initiatives in the areas it operates and urges more organizations to apply in the future.
- We are truly showing the global scope of our commitments with this