CSM chills in the Arctic

The National Geographic Endurance recently waved the Columbia Shipmanagement (CSM) flag on an ice flow in the Arctic.
Columbia Shipmanagement is the crew manager for Lindblad Expeditions – an expedition travel company headquartered in New York. “We are happy to travel the world together with the wonderful teams on-board,” CSM said.

CSM is an international, Limassol-based organisation with 40 years of experience as world-class ship management and maritime services providers within the shipping industry.

The National Geographic Endurance launched in July 2021. The first new polar build in Lindblad’s 50-year history, National Geographic Endurance is named to honour explorer Ernest Shackleton and his legendary Transantarctic Expedition.

A fully-stabilised vessel of the highest ice class (PC5 Category A), she enables adventurous guests to go where few have or can. National Geographic Endurance’s most striking exterior feature is her distinctive profile, the patented X-Bow, a game-changing design that guarantees the smoothest, most comfortable ride in all kinds of conditions; and since it eliminates bow impact, a quieter ride, as well.

The National Geographic Endurance accommodates 128 guests in 71 spacious cabins—including 2 newly added solo cabins. All accommodations face outside and have large windows or balconies, private bathrooms, individual climate control, Wi-Fi, and an expedition command centre with tablets and USB/mobile device docking.

The ship carries a fleet of Zodiac motorised landing craft, kayaks, snowshoes, and cross-country skis; as well as sophisticated equipment that allows our undersea specialist unique access and the ability to share the underwater world. Public areas include a lounge with bar; a gym; a yoga studio; infinity-style outdoor hot tubs; saunas with ocean views; a library; a spa; state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; a photo workshop area; and two restaurants featuring local, sustainable cuisine—plus a chef’s table for intimate, small group dining. Services include a full-time doctor, a National Geographic photographer, a Lindblad-National Geographic-certified photo instructor and video chronicler, a wellness specialist, laundry service and an internet café.