PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
The polar regions are places where change is part of the natural rhythm, and over more than three decades we’ve seen those patterns shift in noticeable ways. Earlier ice movement, different wildlife behaviors, and evolving local conditions are part of what we observe each season. These long-term observations help explain why our commitment to conservation and community remains so important to our work and why we’ve committed to invest $2.5 million over three years to support partnerships and projects aligned with these priorities. Research deepens our collective understanding of how the polar regions are changing. Advancing polar science requires access to remote regions that are otherwise difficult and costly to reach. We help fund research by providing scientists with access to remote field sites aboard our vessels, while giving guests the opportunity to learn about their work firsthand. In 2025, we provided 10 research berths across 70+ voyage nights, valued at $250,000. • These efforts supported studies ranging from penguin populations to seabird health. • The data collected contributes to long-term baseline datasets that researchers will rely on for years to come.
Long-standing relationships anchor us in the cultural context of the communities we visit. Community partnerships thrive when local people define what they want to share and how they want to share it. Long-term, respectful collaboration creates richer experiences and meaningful benefits for everyone involved. Programs like Tundra to Table succeed because they’re shaped by what our partners at Igapall choose to share about their Inuit food traditions. This partnership has helped bring Greenlandic cuisine to more than 1,000 people worldwide. • Co-creating experiences with partners ensures authenticity for guests while keeping economic benefits within local communities. • Partnership driven approaches strengthen relationships that extend well beyond a single visit. Our commitment to conservation and community isn’t philanthropy—it’s an investment in the long-term health of the places we operate and the people who live there. Without healthy ecosystems and strong communities, there’s nothing meaningful to explore.
SAM SEWARD President, Quark Expeditions
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