- Antarpply has announced Aureum addition to fleet for 2027-28 Antarctic season
- Aureum will carry 36 passengers with hybrid propulsion system
- Ship features include 22 staterooms, lounge, dining room, sauna and hot tub
- Ushuaia will continue sailing with 17 expeditions in 2027-28 season
- Aureum will operate in partnership with Secret Atlas under long-term cooperation agreement
Antarpply Expeditions has announced plans to add a second expedition ship to its fleet ahead of the 2027-28 season in Antarctica. The Aureum will offer boutique cruise experiences, with capacity for 36 passengers. The vessel has been equipped with hybrid propulsion, allowing for fewer emissions and noise, according to a social media update.
Described as an expedition yacht, the ship will also be available for private group experiences and charters. Antarpply has noted that the Aureum will bring together small-group exploration, comfort and the adventurous spirit that has always been part of the brand. According to published deck plans, in addition to 22 guest staterooms, the ship will offer a lounge and a dining room. Other features have included a mudroom, two observation decks, as well as an area equipped with a sauna and a hot tub.
The company has confirmed that the new ship represents a new chapter in its history, adding to the legacy of the Ushuaia. Currently in service for the company, the 1970-built expedition ship will continue to sail in Antarctica alongside the Aureum. The Ushuaia was fully refurbished in 2023, with new hard and soft furnishings across all decks. The 90-guest ship will offer 17 expeditions during the 2027-28 season, visiting the Antarctic Peninsula and South Georgia, complemented by five expedition cruises from the Aureum.
Jerome Poncet, founder of Antarpply Expeditions, shared: “The Aureum will bring together small-group exploration, comfort and the adventurous spirit that has always been part of the brand.”
