HX Wins Prestigious ESG Transparency Award for 2024
HX (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions) has been honored with the 2024 ESG Transparency Award by the European Sustainability Initiative. Recognized in the Excellence Class and named the Leading Company in Transparency and Sustainability, HX’s dedication to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) leadership has set new industry benchmarks.
The award, presented at the 2024 European Sustainability Week in Bonn, Germany, highlights HX’s commitment to transparency, environmental impact, social responsibility, and corporate governance.
HX CEO Gebhard Rainer emphasized the significance of the recognition: “This award validates our commitment to sustainability and transparency as drivers of genuine progress. We are proud to set new standards for sustainable expedition travel.”
Sustainability Milestones
HX has achieved substantial environmental improvements, including:
- 20% Reduction in Emissions through energy-efficient hulls, heat recovery systems, and battery-powered ships.
- 18% Reduction in Scope 1 CO₂ Emissions per passenger night since 2022.
- 51% Reduction in NOx and 47% in SOx Emissions.
- 30% Waste Reduction Per Guest and a 16% Drop in Water Consumption.
Key innovations include launching the world’s first battery hybrid-powered cruise ship in 2019, eliminating heavy fuel oil in 2009, and removing single-use plastics in 2018.
Community and Global Impact
The HX Foundation supports sustainable development projects in 44 global communities, and 84% of onboard food and beverages are regionally sourced, bolstering local economies.
Tudor Morgan, Vice President of Sustainability at HX, emphasized HX’s mission: “True leadership means charting a course for a sustainable future. This award reflects our integrity, accountability, and drive to create lasting, positive impacts on both the planet and the communities we serve.”
With these achievements, HX continues to lead the expedition travel industry, demonstrating how sustainability and innovation can coexist to inspire meaningful change.
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