Ponant Explorations Group is expanding its offering with the launch of a new commercial brand, Ponant Yachting, showcasing the Group’s expertise in crafting ultra-intimate experiences. The Group has also ordered a new catamaran, the Spirit of Ponant II, built by Lagoon, a leading manufacturer of sailing catamarans. The vessel will join the fleet in late 2026 and will be based in French Polynesia.
“With the acquisition of the Spirit of Ponant II, the 22nd ship in the fleet, we are expanding our offering in the luxury sailing segment for intimate, sophisticated and responsible voyages. We are developing a unique world, where each experience is tailor-made: itineraries, gastronomy, excursions and more,” Hervé Gastinel, Ponant Explorations Group’s CEO said in a statement. “This strategy is also embodied in the launch of our new brand, Ponant Yachting, which combines the intimate experience of sailing with the sophisticated and personalized services of Ponant Explorations Group voyages. This strengthens our unique portfolio of brands in the cruise industry.”
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