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  • HX Expeditions Launches 2028/29 Season with 26 New Voyages Across Antarctica, the Arctic and Scandinavia

    The Voyages Are New. The Expertise Isn't.
    London, 15 September 2026 – HX Expeditions, the world's first expedition cruise company, today unveiled its 2028/29 season, introducing 57 voyages across 14 destinations worldwide, including 26 new itineraries, two destinations new to HX and five major product innovations.
    Highlights include Antarctic departures from Stanley in the Falkland Islands,

  • HX Expeditions unveils new fleet enhancements for 2026 and beyond, elevating the onboard experience for guests


    1st September 2026: HX Expeditions, the world’s first and longest-running expedition company, is introducing a series of new guest-focused enhancements across its fleet, designed to elevate the expedition experience at every stage of the journey, from booking and pre-departure planning through to life onboard and exploration ashore.

    Reflecting HX's ongoing commitment to enhancing t

    New digital tools, refreshed culinary concepts and innovative onboard services enhance the journey across HX's global fleet
  • Americas Becomes HX Expeditions' Largest Source Market

    HX expands support for travel advisors with new onboarding program, dedicated Groups team, and commercial growth following record performance in the Americas.
    August 10, 2026 – HX Expeditions, the world’s first and longest-running expedition cruise company, today announced that the Americas has become the company's largest source market worldwide, marking a milestone in the region's continued g

  • HX Expeditions Becomes First Commercial Cruise Line to Visit Old Harbor, Alaska

    August 4, 2026 – HX Expeditions, the world’s first and longest-running expedition cruise company, has become the first commercial cruise line to call at Old Harbor, an Alutiiq community on Kodiak Island, marking a significant milestone in the company's ongoing commitment to community-led exploration in Alaska.
    The visit took place on Sunday, August 2, aboard MS Roald Amundsen, the world’s first

  • HX and University of Tasmania Launch Free Svalbard Educational Course as HX Marks 130 Years Since Its First Voyage to the Archipelago

    HX has launched another free online educational course, this time dedicated to Svalbard, developed in partnership with the University of Tasmania (UTAS), further expanding its industry-leading programme of pre-departure learning for guests. The launch comes during a landmark week for HX, as the company celebrates 130 years since its very first guest voyage to Svalbard in 1896.

  • HX Expeditions and University of Tasmania Launch First Arctic Educational Course, Starting with Alaska

    HX has launch of the HX + UTAS Alaska Course, the first in a new series of Arctic educational courses developed with their longstanding educational partner the University of Tasmania (UTAS). The Alaska launch marks the first phase of HX’s expanded university-backed learning programme, with future courses planned for Arctic Canada, Greenland, Iceland, the Northwest Passage and Svalbard.

    A Mummy Brown bear and two bear cubs walk across large pebbles in the Katmai National Park setting. Guests watch from boat.
  • HX Launches First-Ever Artist in Residence Programme

    HX Launches First-Ever Artist in Residence Programme with Writer Katie Hale. The new global annual initiative will bring artists from across creative disciplines on selected sailings, beginning with Novelist Katie Hale taking the Northwest Passage voyage this September.

    Katie Hale sat in cinema seats photo taken by Phil Rigby
  • HX Expeditions Publishes First ESRS-informed ESG Report with New 2030 Sustainability Roadmap


    12% emissions reduction, record science engagement and first-ever long-term ESG strategy revealed
    London, 8 June 2026 – HX Expeditions, the world’s longest-running expedition cruise company, has published its 2025 ESG Report on World Oceans Day, marking a significant step forward in its sustainability journey. The report combines strong year-on-year progress across emissions, nature and c

  • HX Expeditions Appoints Cinzia Amadio to Lead Marketing Globally

    HX Expeditions, the world’s longest-running expedition cruise company and the largest operator in Antarctica, announces the appointment of Cinzia Amadio as SVP of Global Marketing to lead all aspects of marketing, reinforcing the company’s commitment to a more connected brand experience and a stronger end-to-end journey for both guests and trade partners.

  • HX Expeditions Launches 1896 Cabin to Celebrate 130th Anniversary

    Now open aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen, the immersive overnight experience celebrates 130 years of HX pioneering expedition cruising, with bookings supporting the HX Foundation. Featuring a hidden bar, vintage maritime artifacts, and even a custom scent inspired by salt air and aged timber, the 1896 Cabin brings the golden age of exploration to life.
    14 May 2026 – HX Expeditions, the world’s fi

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