On Friday (9 August 2019) PONANT announced its plan to acquire renowned French Polynesian cruise company, Paul Gauguin Cruises.
Following the acquisition, the two cruise lines will keep their respective management, with Diane Moore, ceo of Paul Gauguin Cruises and her team still based in Bellevue, Washington State (WA) USA, and Navin Sawhney as ceo Americas of PONANT, based in New York.
“As we join the PONANT family, we remain dedicated to our shared passion for authentic experiences, high quality service and sustainable practices. We are excited about introducing our guests to the wider world of PONANT and to welcoming PONANT guests on board PAUL GAUGUIN,” said Diane Moore.
Jean-Emmanuel Sauvée, Founder and President of PONANT, welcomed the cruise line to the PONANT family.
“Our guests can now select from a wider range of iconic destinations and become enriched by cultural and expedition cruises of their choice, that literally travel to the ends of the earth from the most remote ports to more perennial favourites, on our combined fleet of small ships. We share the same core values. The synergy between our operations makes this the perfect collaboration while preserving the unique DNA of both brand experiences.”
IMAGE: Paul Gauguin Cruises
