HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Appoints Industry Veteran Steve Smotrys as Managing Director & SVP Of Commercial In The Americas
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Gebhard Rainer on joining the expedition-cruise industry and segment growth
Three months ago, Gebhard Rainer was CEO of Sandals Resorts International, a brand known for its warm, beachy vacations in the Caribbean. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Launches 2026-2027 Season. New Itineraries Unveiled for Antarctica, Alaska, Greenland, Norway, and the Galápagos
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) today unveiled its 2026-2027 season lineup, marking its upcoming 130th season of exploration. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Launches New Advisor Portal and Online Training Program
This month, HX (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions) launched a new advisor portal as part of its ongoing rebrand. (more…)
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HX Names Industry Leader Alex McNeil as Inaugural Chief Expedition Officer
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National Audubon Society Selects HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) as Exclusive Travel Partner. Unveiling Ten initial Audubon Voyages in the Galápagos Islands, Antarctica, and Alaska
National Audubon Society, a leader in bird conservation across the Americas, and HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), renowned for its commitment to sustainable expedition cruising, are proud to announce an exclusive partnership that offers unparalleled travel experiences aligned with both entities’ conservation goals. (more…)
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HX – Hurtigruten Expeditions, Announces Strategic Partnership with Air Greenland for 2025 Itineraries
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Hurtigruten’s SeaZero project has won the award for Best Concept Ship Design at the prestigious Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards
Gebhard Rainer Appointed as CEO of HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Announces Partnership With Ocean Bottle to Combat Marine Plastic Pollution
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has announced a partnership with Ocean Bottle, a social impact and reusable water bottle brand turning the tide on ocean-bound plastic. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) unveils New Norway Expedition for Winter 2026
Inspired by Friluftsliv, the art of open-air living, this immersive seven-night journey spent entirely above the Arctic Circle explores Norway’s natural wonders and cultural heritage. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) publishes ESG Report 2023: Calls for more transparency in the global travel industry
HX, the leader 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. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) announces Alex Dichter as New Chairman
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Redefines the Expedition Experience Launching All-Inclusive Offering Across Its Fleet
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the global leaders in expedition cruising, have announced plans to further enhance their onboard guest offering. (more…)
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Hurtigruten Named Most Sustainable Brand Within the Travel & Tourism Industry in Norway
Hurtigruten was named the leading sustainable brand in the travel and tourism industry in the latest edition of the Sustainable Brand Index for 2024. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Expands Americas Commercial Team With Four New Hires
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has announced four key appointments in the Americas. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) announces the return of MS Maud to service in April 2024
Following necessary repairs due to weather damage in late December, the purpose-built expedition ship will be ready to embark on journeys once more. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Strengthens Global Commercial Leadership Team Following Rebrand
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has announced changes in roles at a global level including Alex Delamere-White’s official appointment as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), following six months as acting interim CCO. (more…)
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Announces 2025-26 Season Lineup
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) has unveiled its 2025-26 season, which includes the introduction of new ports, landings and itineraries. (more…)
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Norwegian cruise ship hit by storm and left without power in North Sea
The MS Maud’s 266 passengers and 131 crew were safe and two towage vessels from a civil rescue firm were helping to keep it stable, Danish authorities said. (more…)
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Hurtigruten and HX Announce Next Phase of Rebrand. New Websites, Social Channels and Visual Identities Unveiled Ahead of Wave Season
HX: Change the way you see the world
HX and sister brand Hurtigruten are unveiling the next phase of their new brand identities following the initial announcement in September. (more…)
Hurtigruten Expeditions Announces 2025-2026 Season Line-up. New itineraries in Svalbard, Iceland, the Northwest Passage and Greenland
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) announces its 2025-2026 season, doubling down on growth destinations with the introduction of new ports, landings, and itineraries, as well as increased local integration and community engagement programming. (more…)
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(HX) Hurtigruten Expeditions Sets New Sustainability Benchmarks with Largest-ever ‘Season of Science’ in Antarctica
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) sets new sustainability benchmarks in Antarctica for the 2023-2024 season, donating over 1,100 cruise nights to researchers and supporting more than 20 projects. (more…)
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Kongsberg delivers 23% CO2 emissions cut for Norwegian coastal ship operator
Kongsberg Maritime has delivered a 23% cut in CO2 emissions on the 121-metre passenger vessel MS Richard With, owned by Hurtigruten, a coastal ship operator and adventure travel company. (more…)
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Could an Electric Ship With Solar Sails Be the Future of Cruising?
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HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) Becomes First Cruise Company to Establish Shore Power Connection in Iceland
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) achieved a milestone in its pursuit of reducing emissions by becoming the first cruise company to connect to shoreside electricity in Iceland. (more…)
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