https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/hurtigruten/ Hurtigruten News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:43:28+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/short-takes-up-new-leadership-role-with-hurtigruten/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/short-takes-up-new-leadership-role-with-hurtigruten/ Adventure travel company Hurtigruten Group has appointed Gerard Short as its new vice president of digital solutions for its expedition cruising operations. Thu, 27 Jan 2022 02:33:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-commercial-officer-for-hurtigruten-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-commercial-officer-for-hurtigruten-group/ In his new position, Steven Taylor will lead the development and execution of strategic commercial initiatives and will sit on the executive management team. Fri, 07 Jan 2022 11:21:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-maud-sets-sail-from-dover-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-maud-sets-sail-from-dover-for-first-time/ Offering sailings to explore remote locations around the British Isles, southern Scandinavia and Norway, the ship will be the only expedition vessel to offer no-fly sailings from the UK. Thu, 23 Sep 2021 04:31:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-otto-sverdrup-joins-hurtigruten-expeditions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-otto-sverdrup-joins-hurtigruten-expeditions/ Hurtigruten Expeditions has added a third battery-hybrid powered ship to its line-up, MS Otto Sverdrup. The vessel departed Hamburg on her maiden voyage earlier. Wed, 25 Aug 2021 08:26:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/west-african-archipelagos-added-to-hurtigruten-expansion-plans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/west-african-archipelagos-added-to-hurtigruten-expansion-plans/ Hurtigruten Expeditions is adding the west coast of Africa and its unique archipelagos – the Bissagos Islands and Cape Verde – to its list of new destinations. Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:12:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-launch-galapagos-trips-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-launch-galapagos-trips-next-year/ Hurtigruten Expeditions has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with Ecuador-based Metropolitan Touring, the most experienced and renowned travel company in the Galapagos. Wed, 23 Jun 2021 08:05:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-agent-portal-from-hurtigruten-group/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-agent-portal-from-hurtigruten-group/ It is hoped the service will provide users with all the information and support they need to help sell a Hurtigruten Expeditions and Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Express cruise. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 05:21:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-cancels-maud-sailings-from-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-cancels-maud-sailings-from-uk/ Hurtigruten has cancelled a series of expedition cruises this summer. The line said the decision was due to international travel restrictions resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic. Fri, 04 Jun 2021 05:48:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-expedition-ships-move-to-battery-hybrid-power/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-expedition-ships-move-to-battery-hybrid-power/ Batteries, shore power and biofuel are at the core of what Hurtigruten Group is calling a large-scale green upgrade of its costal expedition fleet. Fri, 14 May 2021 07:55:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-adds-new-dover-sailings-this-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-adds-new-dover-sailings-this-summer/ The two, 15-day itineraries will see guests travel onboard the new MS Maud to stunning destinations in the British Isles including the Isles of Iona, Holyhead, Isles of Scilly and Fowey. Thu, 22 Apr 2021 09:19:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-sail-the-northwest-passage-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-sail-the-northwest-passage-in-2023/ Hurtigruten has revealed a new flagship sailing for the 2023 season for guests to follow in the footsteps of famous Norwegian Roald Amundsen. Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:26:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-offer-new-ex-uk-itineraries-next-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-offer-new-ex-uk-itineraries-next-may/ The cruise line has launched a series of adventurous new itineraries to explore the beauty and nature of the British Isles and Iceland from 2022. Fri, 05 Mar 2021 07:18:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-new-dover-itineraries/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-new-dover-itineraries/ Expedition cruise line Hurtigruten has launched its Dover 2022/23 season, extending its existing programme to include nine new itineraries taking explorers to Norway. Fri, 29 Jan 2021 10:04:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-extends-book-with-confidence-offer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-extends-book-with-confidence-offer/ Hurtigruten has extended the offer until the end of December. The deal is valid for all bookings made from the September for all recently launched 2021 and 2022 costal and expedition voyages. Thu, 12 Nov 2020 06:26:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-launch-new-expedition-cruise-company/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-launch-new-expedition-cruise-company/ Cruise line Hurtigruten will reorganise its global operations as the sector battles back from the Covid-19 shutdown. The company plans to establish a separate expedition entity. Mon, 19 Oct 2020 07:32:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-more-detail-on-dover-sailings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-more-detail-on-dover-sailings/ Hurtigruten has unveiled its 2021/2022 expedition brochure, highlighting the adventurous itineraries guests can embark on next year from Dover onboard the newly refurbished ship MS Maud. Wed, 14 Oct 2020 11:51:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-adds-new-uk-itineraries-from-dover/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-adds-new-uk-itineraries-from-dover/ Hurtigruten has added a new adventurous British Isles itinerary to its Dover departures programme. Sailings will depart on April 27th, July 4th and August 1st next year onboard the refurbished MS Maud. Wed, 16 Sep 2020 06:00:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/martini-steps-down-at-hurtigruten-following-covid-19-outbreak/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/martini-steps-down-at-hurtigruten-following-covid-19-outbreak/ Bent Martini has stepped down from roles as chairman of the board and managing director with Hurtigruten following an outbreak of Covid-19 onboard MS Roald Amundsen. Tue, 11 Aug 2020 08:21:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-sees-56-covid-19-cases-onboard-ms-roald-amundsen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-sees-56-covid-19-cases-onboard-ms-roald-amundsen/ A total of 37 crew members and 16 guests have now tested positive for Covid-19 onboard MS Roald Amundsen, according to figures from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health. Fri, 07 Aug 2020 08:19:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-suspends-expedition-sailing-in-wake-of-covid-19-outbreak/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-suspends-expedition-sailing-in-wake-of-covid-19-outbreak/ Hurtigruten has temporarily suspends all expedition sailings on MS Roald Amundsen, MS Fridtjof Nansen and MS Spitsbergen until further notice. Tue, 04 Aug 2020 08:02:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/covid-19-outbreak-onboard-hurtigruten-ship/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/covid-19-outbreak-onboard-hurtigruten-ship/ An outbreak of Covid-19 on a Hurtigruten cruise ship in Tromsø, Norway, is likely to cause further unease among passengers as the industry seeks to rebuild confidence. Mon, 03 Aug 2020 10:56:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-offer-uk-sailings-in-september/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-offer-uk-sailings-in-september/ MS Roald Amundsen will embark on a series of short break expedition cruises in UK waters in September. Hurtigruten will thus become the first expedition cruise line to depart from a UK port since the country entered coronavirus lockdown in March. Tue, 07 Jul 2020 09:07:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-extends-cruise-suspension-until-mid-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-extends-cruise-suspension-until-mid-may/ While the expedition cruise line has not yet had any confirmed or suspected cases on any ships, the decision was taken as countries around the world impose restrictions on movement. Tue, 07 Apr 2020 05:40:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-suspends-operations-from-pole-to-pole-until-april/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-suspends-operations-from-pole-to-pole-until-april/ The cruise company will pause global expedition cruise operations through April 28th and their Norwegian coastal cruises through April 19th. Thu, 19 Mar 2020 10:44:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-offer-first-ever-uk-departures-in-2021/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-to-offer-first-ever-uk-departures-in-2021/ Hurtigruten has announced that for the first time in its 126-year history it will offer winter sailings from the port of Dover. The departures form part of the cruise line’s new Norway Expedition 2021/22 programme. Wed, 28 Aug 2019 06:54:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-plans-for-hybrid-powered-expedition-ships/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-plans-for-hybrid-powered-expedition-ships/ Hurtigruten has revealed it will makeover three of its vessels to transform them into hybrid powered expedition cruise ships. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 07:57:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-roald-amundsen-takes-to-water-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-roald-amundsen-takes-to-water-for-first-time/ Hurtigruten’s new hybrid powered MS Roald Amundsen has made what the company is calling maritime history, becoming the first cruise ship in the world to sail purely on battery power. Wed, 03 Jul 2019 08:29:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-head-of-uk-trade-sales-for-hurtigruten/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-head-of-uk-trade-sales-for-hurtigruten/ Hurtigruten has announced that national key account manager, Mark Walter, has been promoted to the role of head of sales for the UK trade. Thu, 07 Feb 2019 09:28:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/albrigtsen-to-captain-ms-roald-amundsen-for-hurtigruten/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/albrigtsen-to-captain-ms-roald-amundsen-for-hurtigruten/ When Hurtigruten’s MS Roald Amundsen embarks on her maiden voyage in 2019, it is not only the ship herself that will make history. On the bridge, Kai Albrigtsen will be the first captain of a hybrid powered cruise ship. Fri, 21 Dec 2018 10:24:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-reveals-plans-to-overhaul-ms-fram-ahead-of-2020-cruise-season/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-reveals-plans-to-overhaul-ms-fram-ahead-of-2020-cruise-season/ Leading up the 2020 season, MS Fram will be completely upgraded with new suites, new cabins, more environmentally friendly engines and a total makeover of all public areas – including new restaurants and Hurtigruten’s signature, high-tech Science Centre. Fri, 30 Nov 2018 07:41:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-sends-ms-richard-to-drydock-for-overhaul/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-sends-ms-richard-to-drydock-for-overhaul/ The single largest upgrade project in Hurtigruten’s history has seen the MS Richard enter the drydock at Norway’s Fosen Yard for a one-month full overhaul. Fri, 09 Nov 2018 09:39:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-signs-for-third-hybrid-powered-expedition-ship/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-signs-for-third-hybrid-powered-expedition-ship/ Hurtigruten has signed a memorandum of understanding with Norway’s Kleven Verft for the construction of their third hybrid powered expedition cruise ship. Fri, 26 Oct 2018 06:43:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-rejigs-top-team-following-zetterberg-departure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-rejigs-top-team-following-zetterberg-departure/ Hurtigruten has announced a restructuring of its UK and EMEA senior team following the departure of managing director Magnus Zetterberg. Mon, 15 Oct 2018 16:03:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-marks-125-year-anniversary-with-global-celebration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-marks-125-year-anniversary-with-global-celebration/ Today marks 125 years since Hurtigruten founder Richard With brought the steamer DS Vesteraalen into service along the coast of Norway, establishing a regular sea link for locals and tourists and founding what today is the world’s largest expedition cruise company. Mon, 02 Jul 2018 09:07:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-becomes-latest-operator-to-join-plastic-crusade/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-becomes-latest-operator-to-join-plastic-crusade/ Hurtigruten has announced a ban on all unnecessary single-use plastic from July. Everything from plastic straws, drink mixers, plastic glasses, coffee lids and plastic bags will be removed from all Hurtigruten ships. Fri, 27 Apr 2018 10:04:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-roald-amundsen-floats-out-in-successful-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-roald-amundsen-floats-out-in-successful-launch/ Hurtigruten’s new hybrid expedition ship, MS Roald Amundsen, has touched water for the first time during a launch ceremony at the Kleven Yard in Ulsteinvik, Norway. Tue, 20 Feb 2018 19:29:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-releases-2017-18-winter-cruise-brochure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-releases-2017-18-winter-cruise-brochure/ Hurtigruten has unveiled the 2017/18 winter brochure, packed with a wide range of itineraries and award winning excursions to help adventurers experience and explore coastal Norway and the Arctic. Thu, 23 Feb 2017 10:42:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-antarctic-cruises-for-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-unveils-antarctic-cruises-for-2018/ For the 2018 season, Hurtigruten has expanded its Antarctica operation to a total of three expedition ships, spearheaded by the new hybrid vessel “Roald Amundsen.” As leaders in adventure travel in the waters surrounding the Antarctic continent, the Norwegian company continues to highlight the importance of balancing growth in adventure tourism with environmental concerns. Thu, 10 Nov 2016 05:17:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-christens-two-new-expedition-ships/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-christens-two-new-expedition-ships/ Norwegian exploration travel company Hurtigruten has named the first two new hybrid powered expedition ships Roald Amundsen and Fridtjof Nansen after the two most influential Norwegian polar pioneers. The new ships have been designed by Rolls-Royce, in collaboration with the recognised Norwegian yacht designer Espen Øino, and are due to be delivered in 2018 and 2019. Fri, 21 Oct 2016 11:55:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-welcomes-new-ms-spitsbergen-to-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-welcomes-new-ms-spitsbergen-to-fleet/ The christening of Hurtigruten’s new explorer vessel, MS Spitsbergen, has seen a crowd of thousands gather in the town square of Svolvaer, a fishing village in Lofoten. The destination is one of the most spectacular in the world for adventure travel, and truly one of the highlights of the Hurtigruten Norwegian coastal voyages. Fri, 08 Jul 2016 13:31:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-spitsbergen-to-be-christened-under-the-midnight-sun/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ms-spitsbergen-to-be-christened-under-the-midnight-sun/ Norwegian explorer company Hurtigruten has today announced the setting for the much-anticipated christening of its new ship, MS Spitsbergen. Scheduled to take place on July 6th, the ceremony will see the new explorer ship christened under one of Norway’s most spectacular natural phenomenon, the midnight sun, for the first time in history. Fri, 03 Jun 2016 10:11:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-hurtigruten-ship-named-ms-spitsbergen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-hurtigruten-ship-named-ms-spitsbergen/ Norwegian explorer cruise company, Hurtigruten, has announced its newest ship will be named ‘MS Spitsbergen’ after the largest island in the Svalbard Archipelago. This very northernmost part of Norway is also where, in 1896, Hurtigruten’s founder Richard With first started explorer tourism in the Arctic. The name was chosen following a competition in which more than 15,000 suggestions were submitted from all over the world. Tue, 08 Sep 2015 15:17:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-traverses-the-baltic-sea-on-nine-day-voyage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-traverses-the-baltic-sea-on-nine-day-voyage/ As the MS Fram traverses the waters of Northern Europe, its comfortable size allows for easy off/on access, many times in the center of cities, and a more personalized approach to educating guests on the local histories, cultures and things to do along the way. Wed, 14 Dec 2011 23:00:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-offers-early-booking-savings-on-antarctica-itineraries/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-offers-early-booking-savings-on-antarctica-itineraries/ Guests can enjoy early booking savings of up to 20% on five exciting Antarctic exploration voyages offered by award-winning cruise company, Hurtigruten, if booked by Dec. 31, 2011. Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:52:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-focuses-on-cultural-exchange-between-guests-and-greenlands-inui/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-focuses-on-cultural-exchange-between-guests-and-greenlands-inui/ Guests can immerse themselves in Greenland, learning about the country’s Inuit culture through direct interaction and conversation on Hurtigruten’s 2012 “Heart of Greenland” explorer voyage. Those travelers booking by December 31, 2011 save 10% off regular fares. Sun, 06 Nov 2011 14:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-killed-in-cruise-ship-fire-in-norway/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/two-killed-in-cruise-ship-fire-in-norway/ Two passengers have been killed following a blaze on board MS Nordlys in Norway. Some 262 people are believed to have been on board the Hurtigruten ASA operated vessel when it caught fire off the coast of the country earlier, with at least nine further people injured. Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:08:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-invites-guests-to-ring-in-new-year-on-top-of-the-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-invites-guests-to-ring-in-new-year-on-top-of-the-world/ Hurtigruten , the subject of the recent Guinness World Record-breaking “Longest Live TV Documentary,” is inviting travelers to celebrate the start of 2012 by experiencing firsthand what six million viewers tuned in to see – the company’s award-winning Norwegian coastal cruise. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:00:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-extends-early-bookings/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hurtigruten-extends-early-bookings/ Hurtigruten has extended its early-booking deals on four of its seven Antarctic itineraries, with savings of up to 20% on the Nov. 2011 through Feb. 2012 sailings. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:56:56 +0000