Le Commandant Charcot to Complete a Full Circumnavigation of Antarctica in 2028 – A World First for her Category PONANT EXPLORATIONS' luxury icebreaker is set to achieve a new milestone. In an unprecedented feat, Le Commandant Charcot will embark on a full...
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Le Commandant Charcot to Complete a Full Circumnavigation of Antarctica in 2028 – A World First for her Category PONANT EXPLORATIONS' luxury icebreaker is set to achieve a new milestone. In an unprecedented feat, Le Commandant Charcot will embark on a full circumnavigation of the White Continent between January and March 2028, departing from Ushuaia. Le Commandant Charcot will journey through remote, uncharted regions and navigate nearly 18,000 kilometers of coastline along the frozen continent— larger than Europe. A circumnavigation of Antarctica is the very essence of polar exploration. Specifically designed for expeditions in extreme environments, Le Commandant Charcot features a PC2 polar hull, allowing her to navigate polar regions while minimizing her environmental impact thanks to her hybrid electric engine powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG). Sailing under the French flag, she meets the highest maritime safety and environmental standards. Her experienced crew is specially tr
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