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Ponant chalked up record bookings in Q1

In the first three months of 2023, Ponant recorded its best quarterly results for bookings since the line launched 35 years ago, smashing its previous record by 30%.

Holly Payne, Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

May 16, 2023

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'We are confident in our business model,' remarked Hervé Bellaïche, Ponant’s chief sales, marketing & communications officer.PHOTO: PONANT / HERVÉ MILLIARD / NICK RAINS

The number of bookings in the first quarter of 2023 was 80% higher than in the first quarter of 2019.

Remarked Hervé Bellaïche, Ponant’s chief sales, marketing & communications officer, ‘This result not only reflects the recovery in confidence in the market, but to Ponant’s ability to stand out in its sector… While remaining vigilant about societal changes and able to transform ourselves when necessary, we are confident in our business model: small ships, respectful of the destinations visited and environmental issues, and an always better quality of service.’ 

 

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About the Author

Holly Payne

Editor Video Production and Deputy Editor

Holly is Deputy Editor, Seatrade Cruise Review & Seatrade Cruise News and has experience managing a range of highly successful international business and consumer titles. With a flair for video reporting and a history of overseas work documenting people and places of diverse cultures, Holly brings a variety of skills to the Seatrade Cruise portfolio.

Holly’s academic credentials include oral and written Arabic language skills (intermediate-advanced), an MA Multimedia Journalism with NCTJ accreditation, and a BA (Hons) Degree in Classical and Archaeological Studies with English and American Literature.

 

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