Clean green polar explorer

Ponant says Le Commander Charcot is the world’s first luxury polar explorer able to take guests to the geographic north pole.

The schmick ship is currently undergoing sea trials.

It is reportedly the first hybrid electric polar explorer ship powered by liquid natural gas (LNG), a major innovation in line with Ponant’s commitment to sustainable tourism.

A spokesman says: “This eco-sensitive PC2 Polar Class ship is designed to safely sail in extreme polar regions while consuming the cleanest energy available.”

And he adds that, the ship will also be made available scientists for research and conservation work.

“With laboratories, equipment, dedicated staterooms and personnel, the ship will offer a platform for observation, research and analysis, thereby participating in the global effort to study and conserve the poles,” he says.

“Thanks to its cutting-edge technology, Le Commandant-Charcot will be able to access remote areas that were previously difficult for scientists to reach.”