Tag: International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO)

• Wednesday, April 1st 2026 - 08:44 UTC

  Antarctica, eco-sail expedition vessels will have a hybrid sail propulsion system

  

  Oceanwide Expeditions which specializes in Arctic and Antarctic cruises will construct two 146-passenger eco-sail expedition vessels, constructed with a hybrid sail propulsion system, reducing fuel consumption and lowering operational emissions.

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• Friday, November 28th 2025 - 00:48 UTC

  Standardizing Professional Development for Polar Guides, AECO/IAATO conference

  

  Cruise Industry News is reporting that The Polar Tourism Guides Association (PGTA), is looking forward to an upcoming inaugural AECO/IAATO Field Staff Conference (FSC), designed for guides and expedition leaders (ELs) in Arctic and Antarctic expedition tourism.

• Thursday, July 31st 2025 - 22:34 UTC

  US State Department website advisories for travelers to Antarctica

  

  The U.S. State Department has renewed two of its website Travel Advisories for Antarctica reminding travelers to “increase basically” their situational awareness in the area containing some of the edgiest and most volatile conditions. The advice, revised on 28 July 2025, warns of the dangers of the continent’s harsh and unpredictable weather, which can change at short notice and scupper travel plans. The advisory also cites the region’s lack of emergency medical care that could further endanger visitors.

• Saturday, June 7th 2025 - 06:32 UTC

  IAATO mandates acoustic mitigation measures for B1 killer whales in 2025/26 season

  

  IAATO, the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators, is mandating members operating in whale rich waters around the Antarctica Peninsula to implement acoustic mitigations measures, reports Anne Kalosh from Seatrade Cruise News.

• Saturday, May 3rd 2025 - 08:39 UTC

  Tourism tsunami in Antarctica, 125,000 visitors per season and growing

  

  The massive inflow of tourism in Antarctica during the austral summer, almost 125,000 visitors per season, more than double the number five years ago, is becoming a growing concern for many NGOs and conservation organizations.

• Thursday, April 24th 2025 - 05:58 UTC

  IAATO Reaffirms Commitment to Antarctic Ambassadorship with Update to Bylaws

  

  The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering global stewardship for Antarctica through a key update to its bylaws, further solidifying Antarctic ambassadorship as a central pillar of its mission.

• Thursday, October 17th 2024 - 10:24 UTC

  IAATO and COMNAP announce 2024 Antarctic Fellowships

  

  The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) (*), and the Council of Managers of National Antarctic Programs (COMNAP) have announced their selections for the 2024 Antarctic Fellowship. The annual Antarctic Fellowships, are an investment in the professional development of talented early career researchers.

• Tuesday, August 27th 2024 - 07:29 UTC

  Norwegian cruise company promotes South Atlantic and Antarctica in China market

  

  A leading Norwegian cruise line, pioneer in South Atlantic and Antarctica expeditions is pushing its marketing efforts in China with a new road-show that will visit three cities in the country.

• Sunday, May 5th 2024 - 11:23 UTC

  IAATO appoints John McKeon as Executive Committee and Chair

  

  The International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO) has appointed John McKeon as Executive Committee (EC) Chair and welcomed Brandon Harvey and Jørn Henriksen to the top team during this year’s annual meeting.

• Saturday, September 30th 2023 - 08:34 UTC

  IAATO includes geo-fenced protection areas for whales in its Antarctica guidelines

  

  The 2023/24 Antarctica season will see 17 new trial site guidelines including special areas so as to protect whales, according to the latest initiatives by IAATO, reports Sea Trade Cruise News.