QUARK Expeditions has revealed that its newest polar expedition ship Ultramarine is “a pioneering mix of advanced sustainability features” that will minimise its environmental impact better than any other polar vessel of comparable size. Speaking exclusively to Cruise Weekly, Quark’s Vice President of Sales Thomas Lennartz said the new ship was designed with sustainability in mind, and features a range of cutting-edge technologies aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. “Responsible tourism is something Quark expeditions takes very seriously,” he said. “Ultramarine has been issued CLEAN certification by DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts, and TIER III status by The International Maritime Organization (IMO)… these certifications are thirdparty proof of Quark Expeditions’ voluntary compliance in not only meeting, but surpassing, industry standards”.
Highlights of the tech include an industry-leading gasification system that decreases waste by a sizeable 95%, a streamlined hull that lessens fuel consumption and underwater noise, and a waste water management system that reduces bio content to levels below the global standard.
Source: Cruise Weekly
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