Image credits (from left to right): \u00a9PONANT \u2013 Julien Fabro, \u00a9STIRLING DESIGN INTERNATIONAL, \u00a9Courtesy of Aqua Expeditions.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\u201cAs Ponant Explorations Group, we confirm our positioning and ambition,\u201d says the group\u2019s CEO Herv\u00e9 Gastinel. \u201cWe remain true to our core identity: delivering an unparalleled travel experience to iconic destinations, providing exclusive access to confidential locations with our human-scale ships, and maintaining a commitment to excellence in service.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Asia Pacific team is excited and proud to be part of this phase of strong expansion,\u201d adds Ponant Explorations Group\u2019s CEO Asia Pacific Deb Corbett. \u201cWe all look forward to implementing our diverse and dynamic go-to-market action plans to support the vision and growth of this portfolio.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The group now includes three commercial brands: Ponant Explorations,\u00a0Paul Gauguin Cruises and Aqua Expeditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Remaining true to its heritage, the group upholds continuity in its brand identity, preserving the iconic visual elements of its signature three-sail logo. At the same time, each commercial brand has its own visual identity. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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