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The PONANT Foundation

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The PONANT Foundation

For a more responsible tourism

Beyond the Group's commitment to promoting more sustainable tourism, the PONANT Foundation supports concrete initiatives contributing to the preservation and restoration of ecosystems, the acquisition and sharing of scientific knowledge, and the development of local communities.

Our ambitions

Preservation and restoration

The oceans cover nearly 70% of the Earth's surface, provide over 50% of the oxygen we breathe, and absorb more than 30% of CO2 emissions. Contributing to the preservation of this exceptional environment is one of our priorities.

Preservation and restoration

The oceans cover nearly 70% of the Earth's surface, provide over 50% of the oxygen we breathe, and absorb more than 30% of CO2 emissions. Contributing to the preservation of this exceptional environment is one of our priorities.

Projects supported by the Foundation

Innovation and awareness

International

Promoting innovation for marine biodiversity

Antarctica

Getting to know humpback whales better

Marseille, France

Raising awareness about the protection of the Mediterranean coastline

International

Helping to fight against plastic pollution

Projects supported by the Foundation

Preservation and restoration

Brazil

Taking part in reforesting the Amazon

Seychelles

Assisting the cleaning of the Aldabra coral archipelago

International

Supporting the communities, guardians of the oceans

New Caledonia

Contributing to the protection of the world's largest lagoon

Macquarie Island, Australia

Participating in the conservation of subantarctic ecosystems

Projects supported by the Foundation

Acting for humanity

Argentina

Supporting access to healthcare

Ushuaia, Argentina

Balancing culture with eco-responsibility

Bissagós Archipelago, Guinea-Bissau

Promoting access to education

Oceania

Spreading the wisdom of the sea communities

Project selection criteria

Protection

Acting for the preservation of the oceans and the cultural heritage of indigenous coastal communities around the world

Protection

Acting for the preservation of the oceans and the cultural heritage of indigenous coastal communities around the world

The employees involved in the adventure

Meaningful encounters

Every year, employees of PONANT EXPLORATIONS GROUP have the opportunity to get involved by participating in field projects supported by the Foundation, such as education in the Bissagós archipelago (Guinea-Bissau) or environmental preservation in New Caledonia. Meaningful exchanges, closely engaging with local communities.

Bijagos
The employees involved in the adventure

A call for projects dedicated to employees

Every year, the PONANT Foundation offers each employee the opportunity to submit a request for assistance for an association or project that is close to their heart. Preservation of marine biodiversity or enhancement of maritime heritage... all proposals related to the Foundation's missions are considered.

Orca
Employees engaged in the adventure

Raise awareness about environmental issues

Throughout the year, timely actions on environmental issues are carried out in collaboration with local associations, such as beach cleaning operations in the Marseille region, where the company's headquarters are located.

The En-Vau calanque

Support the Foundation

If you wish to contribute to concrete projects to preserve the oceans and the poles and promote societal actions with indigenous communities, please visit our dedicated page.