Principles
Leadership in Industry Associations
AECO and IAATO work with all member operators to manage landings and visits in the polar regions in a responsible way. Regulations that are currently in place restrict the number of vessels able to visit a site at any given time and the number of individuals allowed ashore during landings. For example, Antarctic landings are limited to no more than 100 visitors ashore at a time. Guidelines for landing sites and community visits ensure that the impact of visits are lessened.
Quark Expeditions is dedicated to delivering transformational experiences in the polar regions in an environmentally responsible way, including working with and providing support to organizations whose mission is to protect and preserve these areas. We are active members of both the Arctic and Antarctic governing organizations, the Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators (AECO) and the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators (IAATO), to help establish and enforce regulations that reduce the impact of tourism in the polar regions. We adhere to the stringent guidelines set out by these organizations, which are designed to ensure the polar regions are protected for future generations. In addition, we regularly collaborate on opportunities to advance their respective missions.
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