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Marine biologist and broadcaster, Monty Halls stands with Chloe Couchman EVP of Comms for HX and HX Foundation board member to launch The Big Blue Bag project pilot.

HX and the HX Foundation Partners with Broadcaster and Marine Conservationist Monty Halls for ‘The Big Blue Bag’ Project Pilot

HX has today announced an exciting new partnership with renowned marine biologist and broadcaster, Monty Halls called The Big Blue Bag project. The pilot project (which will take place on land in the UK) will be supported by a donation from the HX Foundation – the charity which supports, champions, and drives environmental and positive community change in the destinations that HX sails to.

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) publishes ESG Report 2023: Calls for more transparency in the global travel industry

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) publishes ESG Report 2023: Calls for more transparency in the global travel industry

HX, leaders in expedition cruising, proudly announces the publication of the latest Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) report, showcasing remarkable achievements in emissions reduction, environmental conservation, community engagement, and advancements in the people sector; all of which underscore HX's unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible business practices.

Hurtigruten Expeditions Partners with BRACENET in Upcycling Initiative, Deepening Onboard Sustainability Experience

Hurtigruten Expeditions Partners with BRACENET in Upcycling Initiative, Deepening Onboard Sustainability Experience


Hurtigruten Expeditions, the world's most sustainable adventure travel company, announces a partnership with German upcycling endeavor BRACENET. The cruise line will start upcycling old fishing nets and other marine waste to create lanyards, bracelets and keychains for guests and crew, underscoring its commitment to taking every possible opportunity to ensure its impact is net positive.
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The critically endangered Galapagos Petrel is an endemic species of the archipelago threatened by habitat loss and invasive species. Photo Credit: Fundación de Conservación Jocotoco

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

Hurtigruten Foundation is a collaboration between Hurtigruten Group, our guests, partners and private donors. Together we unite in our commitment to fight climate change, strengthen local communities, and stop unsustainable mass tourism.

New opportunity for funding from Hurtigruten Foundation

Hurtigruten Foundation is about giving back to the beautiful places that Hurtigruten explores. After supporting 26 projects in 12 countries over the last year, the Foundation is now seeking applications from new projects, before the deadline on 1 November.
Hurtigruten Foundation is especially looking to support projects and organizations that create a lasting positive impact, and which allow co

Hurtigruten Group’s own foundation aims summer grants towards local destinations across the world

Hurtigruten Group’s own foundation aims summer grants towards local destinations across the world

Beach cleaning in Svalbard, a new walking path in Ålesund and turtle protection in West Africa are among the actions supported by Hurtigruten Foundation in their summer round of grants for 2022. The foundation aims its efforts towards local contributions in areas and waters where Hurtigrutens companies travel to.
- Hurtigruten Foundation is dedicated to the development of living local communit

SAILING INTO THE FUTURE: MS Richard With in Raftsundet, Norway. PHOTO: Trym Ivar Bergsmo.

Hurtigruten Group launches ESG report – calls for more transparency from travel industry

Hurtigruten Group opens its books on emissions and social responsibility and commits to science-based targets in its new ESG report. The adventure travel group emphasizes how reducing emissions must be the number one goal for travel companies while calling for greater transparency in the industry – particularly from those that operate cruise ships.
“We operate in an industry which negatively i

Galapagos reserve landscape, San Cristóbal Island -Fundación Jocotoco. Photo: Jacob G. Salinas - Fundación Jocotoco og Diego Añazco

Got a sustainability project that needs funding? Hurtigruten Foundation wants to hear from you

Deadline for spring 2022 application submissions is May 1st.
Hurtigruten Foundation is inviting communities and organizations along coastal areas and remote destinations, where leading adventure travel company Hurtigruten Group explores, to apply for project funding. Protection of endangered birds in Galapagos, whale research studies on the Pacific Coast and in Antarctica, and an education proj

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