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Damian Perry will lead the Hurtigruten team in APAC. Photo: Hurtigruten

Hurtigruten announces new leadership structure in APAC

Damian Perry confirmed to lead a dedicated Hurtigruten APAC Team.
Oslo, Norway (5 December 2024) – Hurtigruten, renowned for its iconic Norwegian coastal voyages, is strengthening its presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region by establishing a dedicated team for sales operations. This move follows the recent announcement of an ownership change and Hurtigruten's transition to full independence

Hurtigruten Announces Acquisition by Consortium of Existing Investors Contributing More Than EUR 360m of New Capital into the Business

Hurtigruten Announces Acquisition by Consortium of Existing Investors Contributing More Than EUR 360m of New Capital into the Business

Announcement Underpins an Exciting New Chapter for Hurtigruten, a Company with a Legacy Spanning over 131 YearsNew Investment of approximately EUR 110m of Long-Term Funding to Support the Business’ Future Growth and Facilitate the Final Phase of the Separation of the Group, Combined with a Significant Deleveraging of the Existing Debt and Refinancing of Existing Maturities to Provide Execution Run

Hurtigruten ship sailing in Raftsundet, Norway. Photo: Hurtigruten/Trym Ivar Bergsmo

Hurtigruten Ranked Number One in Friends of the Earth’s 2024 Cruise Ship Report Card

Hurtigruten, the iconic leader in Norwegian coastal voyages, has been ranked the top operator in the 2024 Friends of the Earth (FoE) Cruise Ship Report Card, earning a B+ rating – the highest score awarded this year. This recognition underscores Hurtigruten’s dedication to advancing environmentally responsible maritime travel and its leadership in setting new standards for the industry.

Hurtigruten's MS Richard With under the Northern Lights in Arctic Norway. Photo: Hurtigruten

Hurtigruten Offers Up to 50% Off During Black Friday Sale

New York City, United States (November 12, 2024) – Hurtigruten, the undisputed authentic travel expert on Norway and its stunning coastline, is offering discounts of up to 50% off select sailings during its Black Friday sale, which runs November 13 through December 2, 2024.
Launching November 13, 2024, for travel advisors and November 15, 2024, for bookings through Hurtigruten.com or Hurtigrute

Rendering of the updated Sea Zero ship by Vard.

Hurtigruten reveals updated plans for its zero-emission cruise ship of the future

New York City (October 11, 2024) – Hurtigruten, one of the leading sustainable brands in travel, has released its updated plans for its Sea Zero project, the zero-emission ship scheduled to debut in 2030, as it is in its research and development phase. With the help of large batteries, sails, and other innovative solutions, the ship will be able to sail entirely emission-free during normal operati

The Northern Lights above Lofoten, Norway. Photo: Stian Klo

Northern Lights ranked #1 Bucket List Experience as Hurtigruten Celebrates 10 Years of its Pioneering Northern Lights Promise

Oslo, Norway (September 10, 2024) – Hurtigruten is not only the iconic leader in Norwegian coastal cruise voyages but also the best opportunity to see what has once again been ranked as the number one bucket list trip/experience: the Northern Lights.
September marks the start of the official Aurora Borealis season, and the coming months will provide one of the best ever viewing opportunities a

One example of Hurtigruten's new Norwegianess campaign.

Hurtigruten Launches Norwegianess Campaign

New York City (September 4, 2024) – Hurtigruten has launched its new Norwegianess campaign a week after it received its Made in Norway certification from Innovation Norway. The 131-year-old Norwegian legacy cruise line was the only travel brand part of the initiative created to promote and celebrate the very best of Norwegian craftsmanship, authenticity, and sustainability on a global scale.
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Hurtigruten CEO Hedda Felin at Innovation Norway's Made in Norway launch, August 21, 2024. Credit: Innovation Norway.

Hurtigruten Leads Global 'Made in Norway' Campaign Launch

Oslo, Norway (August 22, 2024) – Hurtigruten, the undisputed travel expert on Norway and its stunning coastline, is the only travel brand part of the new major initiative Made in Norway, a visionary project by the Norwegian government and spearheaded by Hurtigruten partner Innovation Norway. The initiative has been created to promote and celebrate the very best of Norwegian craftsmanship, authenti

"Bubbles from the Sea/Havets bobler" after being retrieved from the Arctic Sea. Photo: Rune Kongsro

Hurtigruten has retrieved another 4,500 “Bubbles from the Sea” sparkling wine bottles from the Arctic Sea off the coast of Norway

Oslo, Norway (June 25, 2024) – In 2023, Hurtigruten launched the concept "Bubbles from the Sea" (“Havets bobler” in Norwegian), the first underwater-aged sparkling wine matured in the Arctic region. A new batch of bottles has been stored and collected, this time from the northernmost point of the Norwegian coast, near Kirkenes. Never has wine been water-aged this far north. "Bubbles from the Sea"

Hurtigruten's MS Nordlys. Photo: Agurtxane Concellon

Hurtigruten Celebrates 131st Anniversary with Birthday Sale, Saving Guests Up to 50% on Norway Coastal Cruises

Oslo, Norway (June 25, 2024) – Hurtigruten , the undisputed travel expert on Norway and its stunning coastline, is celebrating 131 years of sailing the renowned Norwegian coastline by running a North American Birthday Sale between June 25 and July 16, 2024.
Since July 2, 1893, Hurtigruten has sailed almost the exact same 34 ports as its Original Coastal Express Voyages does today, making it one

The first renderings of Hurtigruten's SeaZero project. Credit: VARD Design

Hurtigruten's SeaZero Concept Wins Prestigious Award

Hurtigruten's SeaZero project has won the award for Best Concept Ship Design at the prestigious Electric & Hybrid Marine Awards.
OSLO, Norway (June 19, 2024) – The first renderings of Hurtigruten’s SeaZero project were released almost exactly a year ago, and last night, the initiative was awarded first place in the category of Concept Vessel Design of the Year at the Electric & Hybrid

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