Respect for the environment

Reducing our impact on the environment is a priority - from the thoughtfully selected itineraries, to cruising under sail with Le Ponant or using eco-friendly hull coatings, to respecting local people and raising awareness among passengers and crew.

It is a tradition that Le Boréal and L’Austral will carry forward with eco-friendly features such as:

• Dynamic positioning, so there is no need to drop anchor thereby protecting the seabed
• Optical underwater detection system to avoid collisions with whales and other sea life
• Electric propulsion system: quiet and economic
• Diesel engines using MDO (Marine Diesel Oil): lighter and less polluting
• Waste and sewage treatment on board
• Low energy bulbs for lighting
• Reduced exhaust emissions, etc.

L’Austral and Le Boréal will be eligible for the international “Green Ship” label.

Compagnie du Ponant itself is a member of La Charte Bleue d’Armateurs de France, requiring ship owners to protect marine and coastal environments. It also belongs to the International Association of Antarctic Tour Operators, IAATO, which is committed to responsible behavior in safeguarding flora and fauna.

Nature puts on a spectacular show. Compagnie du Ponant is committed to respecting it and giving you a front row seat...