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One Ocean Expeditions scraps fourth voyage

One Ocean Expeditions has scrapped a fourth consecutive voyage as the polar line attempts to “rebuild’ its business.

The 11-night Antarctic Peninsula Adventure sailing had been due to depart from Stanley, Falkland Islands, on December 1.

The Canadian-based line pulled the sailing on Monday, adding that restructuring its business had “created complications”.

In a statement issued to customers, managing director Andrew Prossin said: “Our recent efforts at restructuring our business have been going well and we are in advanced discussions now with a qualified potential partner to rebuild our business.

“However, some facets of the restructuring have created complications that will keep us from operating your voyage. Again, please accept our apologies.”


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Swoop Antarctica stops selling One Ocean Expeditions


Customers were told the line would be in contact once restructuring had been completed regarding “any compensation possibilities”, Prossin added.

Bristol-based travel agency Swoop Antarctica stopped selling One Ocean Expeditions earlier this month after a sailing due to depart on November 6 was cancelled.

This followed the cancellation of sailings on October 24  and November 21.

Commercial director Alex Mudd said: “We felt we had no option but to immediately stop the sale of all future trips with One Ocean Expeditions and protect our reputation in the market.”

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