Cruise news (Ponant Cruises-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
PONANT secures EU funding for carbon-neutral Swap2Zero project
PONANT has been awarded substantial financial support from the European Commission’s INNOVFUND to advance its pioneering Swap2Zero project, a...
October 28, 2024 - Cruise Industry
PONANT’s icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot becomes first to set foot on North Pole of Inaccessibility
Le Commandant Charcot has achieved a historic maritime milestone, becoming the first vessel to reach the North Pole of Inaccessibility under the...
September 23, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ponant’s Swap2Zero vessel concept receives Bureau Veritas approval
Bureau Veritas has awarded Approval in Principle (AiP) to Ponant, a global leader in the cruising industry, for its innovative twin-screw sailing...
September 21, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Paul Gauguin Cruises revives Moana Explorer Program for young guests in 2026
Paul Gauguin Cruises (Ponant-owned brand) will once again offer its Moana Explorer Program for young travelers on 11 select summer and holiday...
September 7, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ponant unveils 10-day voyage exploring Vietnam’s UNESCO Heritage sites
Ponant has opened bookings for a distinguished 10-day voyage along the Vietnamese coast, from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Ha Long, set to depart on...
August 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Port Tallinn (Estonia) expects 100 cruise calls in 2024 amid rising trends in sustainable tourism
Port Tallinn (Estonia) anticipates 100 cruise ship calls this year, up from last year’s 90, although the vessels are smaller, resulting in...
July 30, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Paul Gauguin Cruises introduces 2026 Moana Explorer Program for children
Paul Gauguin Cruises (fully-owned subsidiary of PONANT) has unveiled its 2026 Moana Explorer Program, providing families with a unique opportunity to...
July 20, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Cruise Plus and Ponant launch new itinerary "Pearls of the Society Islands"
Cruise Plus has partnered with Ponant to launch the new Pearls of the Society Islands itinerary under its Luxury by Cruise Plus brand. Danny Giles...
July 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ponant unveils new Australian Expedition Cruises for 2024-2025
The French luxury travel brand Ponant offers unparalleled sea voyages aboard its sleek large superyachts. Ponant's discovery expeditions include...
June 8, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Two PONANT ships (Le Jacques Cartier and Paul Gauguin) cruise in Polynesia in 2026
From 2026, PONANT will expand its French Polynesian cruise offerings with two distinct experiences, showcasing the variety the company provides. Le...
May 24, 2024 - Cruise Industry
PONANT unveils Spirit of Ponant: a luxury maxi-catamaran cruise ship
PONANT introduces its newest vessel - Spirit of Ponant, a 24-meter-long catamaran ship with only 6 passenger staterooms. Accommodating up to 12...
April 15, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Bridgeman Services Group adds to its Floatel fleet Ocean Diamond cruise ship
Canada-based Bridgeman Services Group has expanded its portfolio of "floatel" accommodations with the acquisition of a retired cruise ship, aiming to...
April 3, 2024 - Cruise Industry
PONANT and Farwind Energy partner to pioneer renewable hydrogen in maritime industry
In its ongoing commitment to advancing decarbonization efforts within the maritime sector, PONANT has announced a partnership with Nantes-based...
March 29, 2024 - Cruise Industry
PONANT announces Antarctic Expeditions for 2025-2026 season
The French ultra-luxury cruise travel company PONANT presents an opportunity to voyage to the Antarctic from October 2025 to March 2026, as Ponant's...
March 12, 2024 - Cruise Industry
Ponant and Smithsonian Journeys unveil 2025 cruise itineraries
Ponant, the French cruise line, and Smithsonian Journeys, the travel arm of America's Smithsonian Institution, have revealed their captivating new...
March 4, 2024