HX Expeditions Joins UK Chamber of Shipping in 130th Anniversary Year

HX Expeditions has joined the UK Chamber of Shipping in a milestone year for the company, as it celebrates 130 years of pioneering exploration heritage and looks ahead to shaping the next chapter of responsible expedition travel from its London headquarters.

Founded in 1896, HX Expeditions has spent 130 years taking curious travellers to some of the planet’s most remote and remarkable destinations, including Antarctica, the Arctic, Greenland, Alaska and the Galápagos. Joining the UK Chamber in this anniversary year marks both a celebration of that heritage and a commitment to contributing HX’s expedition expertise to the wider UK maritime community.

As a member of the UK Chamber, HX Expeditions will contribute to industry discussions across areas including safety, sustainability, innovation, skills and the future of responsible maritime operations, bringing more than a century of experience operating in some of the world’s most sensitive environments.

Iain McNeill, Chief Operating Officer at HX Expeditions, said: “Joining the UK Chamber of Shipping during our 130th anniversary year is a meaningful moment for HX Expeditions. Our heritage is rooted in exploration, maritime expertise and a deep respect for the places we visit, and we are proud to bring that perspective to the UK Chamber. As we celebrate the past 130 years, we are also focused on the next 130: working with partners across the sector to advance safety, sustainability, innovation and responsible maritime tourism for the future.”

Rhett Hatcher, CEO at the UK Chamber of Shipping, added: “The strength of the UK Chamber lies in the breadth and the diversity of our membership. HX Expeditions brings a distinctive perspective shaped by more than 130 years of maritime experience. Their expertise in operating safely and responsibly in some of the world’s most remote environments will be a valuable addition to our work on many of the issues facing our industry. We are delighted to welcome HX to the Chamber and look forward to working with them.”