HX Expeditions, announces the appointment of Kelvin Murray as Director, Expedition Operations. In this role, Kelvin will work closely across both Operations and Commercial teams to elevate and ensure a consistently outstanding Guest Expedition Experience - one that reflects HX’s proud heritage and ambitious future in global expedition.
More People Will Kayak and Camp in Antarctica with HX Than Ever Before —Starting October 2025.
The HX Foundation, the dedicated charity of expedition brand HX Expeditions, is proud to announce it has awarded over €222,754 to global community, conservation and polar-focused wildlife projects, in its first round of grant funding for 2025.
Sell 3 – Sail for Free. As part of the anniversary celebrations, HX is rewarding travel agents/advisors around the world with an exclusive opportunity: agents who make three new deposited bookings on eligible HX expeditions between 1 July and 31 October 2025 will earn the chance to sail for free in 2026—with a guest—on one of HX’s iconic expedition voyages.
London, United Kingdom (16 June 2025) - HX Expeditions—the world’s first and longest-running expedition cruise company—has completed a multimillion-euro refurbishment of MS Spitsbergen, unveiling enhanced guest spaces, a new bistro, a state-of-the-art science center, and the ship’s refreshed exterior in HX’s updated Indigo Blue and Sand livery.
The overhaul is part of a €7 million investment ac
HX proudly celebrated a landmark moment with its first-ever turnaround in Nuuk, Greenland on June 12, 2025. The arrival of their vessel MS Fridtjof Nansen marked the start of a new era, aligning with a record-breaking day and tourism year for Greenland.
Co-created with Inuit Elders, local residents, and community-born staff
Launching summer 2025 on HX’s Northwest Passage sailings
100% of excursion revenue goes directly to individuals and businesses in Nunavut—supporting economic growth and community ownership
19 May 2025 – HX Expeditions, the world’s largest expedition cruise company, is proud to announce the launch of a first-of-its-kind ex
Monty Halls and the HX Foundation join forces to launch a groundbreaking citizen science initiative to tackle marine pollution The Big Blue Bag initiative contains four easy-to-follow conservation protocols and is designed to encourage more people and communities to collect data on marine health. Each HX ship will carry a Big Blue Bag from this summer.
With a record year for the science programme, 45 million plastic bottles saved, and real-time support for communities, HX’s first standalone ESG report highlights the brand’s commitment to transparency.
28 April 2025 - HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), the world’s first and longest-running expedition cruise company, proudly announces the publication of its inaugural independent Environmental,
Ahead of its 130th anniversary, the pioneers of expedition cruising expand trade and travel advisor support with new sales and marketing hires
London, UK (April 22, 2025) – HX Expeditions, the world’s largest and first expedition cruise company, has announced a major expansion of its Americas team across business development, marketing, and tour operations. The move underscores the company’s st
New Culinary Partnership to Highlight Regional Food Products, Local Chefs, and Unique Culinary Experiences Onboard
16 April 2025: HX Expeditions, the world's first and longest-running expedition cruise company, is excited to announce a new partnership with renowned Greenlandic chef, Inunnguaq Hegelund, to develop a distinctive culinary programme that showcases the rich and diverse flavours of
HX Expeditions Celebrates 130 Years as Experts in Expeditions with Special Anniversary Offers and Activities. 2026 Marks a Historic Milestone with Exclusive Events, Offers, and Surprises for Guests and Media
The foundation invites global communities and charities to apply for funding that will directly support initiatives focused on conservation, sustainability, inclusion, science, and wildlife protection.
The HX Foundation is proud to announce the opening of its first grant submission window for 2025. The grants aim to encourage innovative and impactful projects that preserve ecosystems, adv
HX Expeditions, the world’s oldest expedition cruise company, today announced the introduction of its new fleet livery colours in its brand colours of ‘Indigo Blue’ and ‘Sand’, marking a key milestone in the continued evolution of its standalone brand.
Director of Sales Amber Wilson welcomes Shannon Davis, Gareth Coakley, Kirsty Fruin, and Jemma Gormack
Melbourne, Australia (March 5, 2025) – HX Expeditions (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions), the world’s leading expedition cruise company, is strengthening its presence in Australia and New Zealand with the establishment of a dedicated regional Sales and Marketing team. This announcement marks t
HX Expeditions announces more than €7 Million in Investments Focused on Enhancing the Guest Experience and Operational Efficiency on MS Fram and MS Spitsbergen.
HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) today announces the completion of its acquisition by a consortium of investors. It marks the final stage of the separation of HX from Hurtigruten Group AS and includes approximately EUR 140 million of new funding for HX to support new growth and destination opportunities.
The only expedition cruise itineraries designed and managed by Greenlanders.
First cruise operator offering flight-inclusive packages from Newark to Nuuk, with dedicated flight allocations ensuring an exclusive and seamless experience.
Hybrid-powered voyages above the Arctic Circle launch on Greenland National Day, June 21, 2025.
New York, US (January 23, 2025) – HX Expeditions (formerly Hurt
HX Foundation, the non-profit arm of HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions), is proud to announce the recipients of its first standalone grant round, awarding €118,000 to 13 impactful projects worldwide. The funding will support a diverse array of initiatives focused on environmental conservation, community empowerment, wildlife protection, and sustainable development.
HX has been awarded the coveted 2024 “ESG Transparency Award“ by the European Sustainability Initiative. The company achieved the highest distinction in the "Excellence Class" category and named "Leading Company" in the Transparency & Sustainability category, further solidifying its position as a leader in sustainable practices in tourism.
