The Expedition Cruise Network (ECN) is set to host its inaugural conference in London this autumn, with complimentary attendance for travel trade professionals.
- Spanning two days from October 1-2, the conference will convene at the Bankside Hotel, courtesy of lead sponsor HX Hurtigruten Expeditions.
- With an aim to unite the UK’s top travel agents and global cruise brands, ECN’s conference will feature seminars and thirty pre-scheduled meetings.
- ECN co-founder Akvile Marozaite emphasises the sector’s growth and the necessity of this gathering for fostering valuable connections within the industry.
- HX Hurtigruten Expeditions’ Nathaniel Sherborne highlights the sector’s commitment to sustainability and its vital role in the travel industry.
The Expedition Cruise Network is preparing to launch its first-ever conference in London this autumn. Set across two days, October 1-2, the event will provide an invaluable platform for travel trade professionals to engage, learn, and connect free of charge.
The conference will take place at the Bankside Hotel, supported by its lead sponsor HX Hurtigruten Expeditions. This strategic gathering aims to bring together independent agents, tour operators, homeworkers, and leisure agents, presenting an unparalleled opportunity to build relationships with leading expedition cruise brands.
ECN co-founder and chief executive Akvile Marozaite underscores the sector’s expansion and the demand for such forums. She asserts, “As the expedition cruise sector continues to grow, demand has been building to bring together the UK’s best travel trade professionals with the globe’s top expedition cruise brands in one event.” This meeting is intended to enable dialogue about relevant issues and foster robust networking.
Further cementing its significance, the conference will include seminars and thirty pre-arranged face-to-face meetings, organised through a digital platform. These sessions are specifically designed to facilitate UK sellers of expedition cruises, allowing them to make commercially significant contacts and explore industry dynamics effectively.
Nathaniel Sherborne, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions Europe and global sales enablement vice president and managing director, articulates their enthusiasm in sponsoring the event. He notes, “As a global leader and pioneer in expedition cruising, HX Hurtigruten Expeditions is delighted to be the lead sponsor.” His comments echo the sector’s growth trajectory, with a strong emphasis on its commitment to sustainability and economic potential.
The Expedition Cruise Network’s inaugural conference is poised to be a pivotal event for the expedition cruise industry, fostering essential connections and knowledge sharing.
