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Be part of shaping the future of responsible Arctic expedition cruising.

AECO is a leading international membership organization based in Tromsø, Norway, promoting responsible, environmentally friendly, and safe Arctic expedition cruise tourism.

Since our founding in 2003, we’ve grown steadily in membership. Today, our Secretariat consists of 13 professionals who manage long-term strategy, key initiatives, and daily tasks across maritime operations, policy, environmental protection, community engagement, and communications.

AECO is a trusted voice in the industry. Our members set the highest standards for sustainable tourism and contribute actively to solutions for climate, safety, and local benefit.

How We Work

From our head office in Tromsø and branches in Longyearbyen, Nuuk, Odense, and Copenhagen, we offer a truly international work environment with a mix of ages, cultures, and professional backgrounds.

No two days are alike. Our work spans policy development, stakeholder engagement, field operations, and strategic communications. One day you might be shaping strategy, the next speaking at an international conference.

The head office in Tromsø.
Our Deputy Director, Anders La Cour Vahl, and Executive Director, Frigg Jørgensen.
AECO’s Head of Community Engagement, Gyda Gudmundsdottir
The Annual General Meeting in Oslo.
AECO’s Head of Government Affairs, Trine Krystad
Head of Communications, Jon Engenes (right).
Troels Jacobsen, AECO’s Field Operations Manager
At the 2025 Annual Dinner in Oslo.
The membership togehter with the Secretariat at the Annual General Meeting in Oslo.
CFO, Martin Wisth, Membership, Event and Office Manager, Milan Kolinsky, and Head of Communications, Jon Engenes.

Despite being spread across locations, we stay closely connected. The full team meets virtually every week and gathers in person twice a year for staff events that combine planning, workshops, and team-building activities—blending learning, inspiration, and collaboration.

We value trust, transparency, and professional development. At AECO you’ll be encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference.

Open Positions

Community Engagement Specialist

Operations Specialist

Digital Content Creator

Last update: 07. January 2026