m/v Hondius

Hondius is the first-registered Polar Class 6 vessel in the world, meeting the latest and highest Lloyd’s Register demands for ice-strengthened cruise vessels. Hondius also exceeds the requirements of the Polar Code as adopted by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), allowing you to enjoy the polar regions as much as possible while impacting them as little as possible. It is optimized for exploratory voyages that provide you the utmost first-hand contact with the Arctic and Antarctica.

Not only will the numerous amenities and on-board entertainments help make your Hondius voyage truly memorable, this ship also gives you the peace of mind that comes with choosing one of the most environmentally friendly vessel on the polar seas. Hondius uses LED lighting, steam heating, bio-degradable paints and lubricants, and state-of-the-art power management systems that keep fuel consumption and CO2 levels minimal. This means that when you sail aboard Hondius, you get to enjoy the exotic landscapes and wildlife as much as possible while impacting them as little as possible.

• Length: 107.6 m
• Breath: 17.6 m
• Draft: 5.3 m
• Ice-class:  Polar Clas 6 (equivalent 1A-Super)

• Propulsion: 2 x ABC Main engines, total 4200 kW
• Speed: 15 knots 
• Stabilizers: Motion Stabilization System

TECHNOLOGY & FUEL

• Tier III engines; shaft generators; adjustable-pitch propellers.
• LED lighting; waste-heat recovery; steam heating; efficient power management.

CO2 Emissions

Hondius incorporates technologies that reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Tier III engines lower NOx emissions, while shaft generators, flexible power management, and waste-heat recovery improve efficiency. Oceanwide reports over 35% lower average fuel consumption per passenger than previous generations.

Waste Management

Single-use plastics have been eliminated across the vessels, while reverse-osmosis desalination and reusable bottles help reduce bottled-water use. Bathrooms use biodegradable toiletries, and biodegradable lubricants together with certified non-hazardous paints and coatings further support responsible waste management.

Citizen Science Programs

Science and education are central to the sustainability approach, with guests participating in citizen science projects supporting Arctic and Antarctic research. Support is provided to Wageningen University & Research for Arctic litter and micro-plastic research, while also contributing to studies on invasive species, ice cores, weather fluctuations, and CO₂ concentrations. Scientific equipment, including ARGO floats, is transported to collect ocean data for climate research. These initiatives allow guests to contribute observations and data alongside researchers and scientist-guides.

Local First Initiative / Communities

Local purchasing and long-standing relationships with sustainable local suppliers support communities in remote polar destinations. MSC-certified seafood is served when available, alongside plant-based, biodegradable cleaning products and UTZ-certified organic Fairtrade coffee. In Svalbard, collaboration with the Governor of Svalbard, AECO, IAATO, and local Longyearbyen volunteers through Clean Up Svalbard supports responsible tourism and coastal conservation.

16m² (172ft²)
3 guests (1 upper/ 2 lower berths)
Private shower & toilet
Porthole
Deck 3 – Aft

14m² (158ft²)
2 guests (2 upper/lower berths)
Private shower & toilet
Porthole
Deck 3 – Aft / Mid / Front

20m² (215ft²)
2 guests (2 single beds)
Private shower & toilet
2 Windows
Deck 6 – Front

20m² (215ft²)
2 guests (1 double bed)
Private shower & toilet
1 double Window
Deck 7 – Front

26,7² (287ft²)
2 guests (1 double bed)
Private shower & toilet
1 double Window
Deck 7 – Mid