Introduction
For nearly three decades, Quark Expeditions has been journeying exclusively to the polar regions. With a diverse fleet of small expedition vessels and icebreakers, we have brought passengers from across the globe to the farthest reaches of the Arctic and Antarctic. Our guests’ experiences are enhanced by lectures and interactions with on-board historians, glaciologists, biologists, naturalists and researchers, along with the top expedition leaders and most diverse field staff in the industry. Quark Expeditions’ travelers seek immersive experiences in unique places. Our off-ship adventures are designed to deliver authentic and unforgettable moments, forging our passengers’ connection to these spectacular but complex environments. We take people further into these regions than any other operator not only to provide unforgettable experiences, but to also build a community of lifelong polar ambassadors.
In this, our first sustainability report, we summarize our progress in launching our Polar Promise sustainability strategy and reflect on successes and challenges for the 2019 fiscal year, defined as October 1, 2018 to September 30, 2019. While we are proud of the work we’ve accomplished, we have no plans to rest on our laurels. Our Polar Promise puts into place concrete goals for our sustainability efforts starting now and reaching to 2025 and beyond. At Quark Expeditions, we’re committed to environmentally responsible tourism because protecting the places we visit is vital to ensuring we can continue to enable travelers to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the polar wilderness.
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