Photos: Ulstein Delivered New Expedition Cruise Vessel National Geographic Endurance

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This month the National Geographic Endurance expedition cruise vessel, delivered from Ulstein Verft in March 2020, would have been sailing to the Arctic. But her grand entrance had to be postponed. However, these interior photos and film give an impression of the welcoming atmosphere on Lindblad’s first polar newbuild.

Image Credits: ulstein.com

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. has taken delivery of National Geographic Endurance from Ulstein Verft, marking the official completion of the line’s...

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Lindblad Expeditions First Polar Newbuild Successfully Completes Sea Trial

Lindblad Expeditions First Polar Newbuild Successfully Completed Sea Trial

The sea trial of the NG Endurance has been successfully carried out over the weekend. The polar vessel is soon to return to the shipyard, Ulstein Verft, for the final construction phase before setting off to explore the Arctic.

Image Credits: ulstein.com

The sea trial tests have been comprehensive and included exercises of the propulsion and navigation systems and emergency maneuvers such as a live test of the Safe Return To Port requirements.

During the sea trial, people from several disciplines...

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