Meet the Destinations & Market Place
October 21
Connecting Communities and Cruise Operators
Meet the Destinations kicks off Arctic Cruise Week and offers a golden opportunity for cruise operators, local representatives, and stakeholders to connect directly. The event creates space for dialogue, relationship-building, and shared understanding.
The day also features AECO’s Marketplace, where members and stakeholders showcase products, services, and initiatives related to Arctic expedition cruising.
Join us to connect, exchange ideas, and explore new opportunities for collaboration across the industry.
Program
09:00
REGISTRATION
09:30
Networking Breakfast
10:30
How to Work with Expedition Cruise Operators?
11:30
Set Up for Market Place
12:00
LUNCH BREAK
13:00
Market Place
15:00
COFFEE BREAK
15:10
Panel: From Challenges to Solutions: Collaborative Approaches
15:50
Closing Remarks
16:00
Closing Mingle – Sponsored by COOP Svalbard
Confirmed Exhibitors
Fleetrange
Fleetrange provides innovative and cost effective IoT solutions for Real-time situational awareness and Operational Quality Assurance.
ERSA
The Expedition Readiness & Safety Academy provides training for remote, dangerous environments, and customized training for expedition teams.
Visit Svalbard
The tourism industry in Longyearbyen is organised under the association Visit Svalbard, which as of September 2024 had 72 member businesses.
Greenland Cruises
Greenland Cruises offer private and cruise ship tours for guests seeking an adventure on the pristine waters of Greenland.
Backcountry Greenland
The SHOREX department is specialized in cruise tourism including specialized shore excursions, seamless service and high-quality experiences.
Visit Reykjanes
Visit Reykjanes is the official destination marketing and management organization for the Reykjanes peninsula and Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark.
Nonni Travel
Nonni Travel is a local travel agency based in Akureyri, Iceland, where you can book your next trip to Greenland, Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
Tirso Techwear
Tirso Techwear provides workwear, uniforms, and hospitality apparel, including parkas, maritime uniforms, and PPE, with customizable options.
Pole Position Logistics
Pole Position Logistics is a freight forwarder, ship agent and logistics coordinator based in Longyearbyen, Svalbard.
Glimpses from Meet the Destinations and the Marketplace, 2024.
Register Now to Secure Your Place
Members’ Ticket Guarantee Deadline: August 31
Official Deadline: October 6
Last update: 20. August 2025