25 HX Expeditions (formerly known as Hurtigruten Expeditions) has renovated two of its smaller ships, Fram and Spitsbergen Panama. The refurbishment onboard the 220-guest Spitsbergen was completed in February and March 2025, and included numerous upgrades designed to enhance comfort, accessibility and operational efficiency. The ship now features a Science Center with interpreter setups to enable guests to listen to science and educational talks in multiple languages. In addition, all Spitsbergen’s Polar Cabins have updated bathrooms, The Explorer Bar was redesigned and a new bistro concept restaurant, called Brygge Bistro, was introduced on the ship. The refurbishment on Fram, the brand’s first purpose-built polar expedition ship, was completed in April. The vessel also has a new Science Center to provide an interactive space for its 250 guests to engage with the expedition experience. The ship’s 19 Arctic Superior cabins, 14 Expedition Suites and six Expedition Grand Suites were refurbished, and bathrooms in 36 crew cabins were also upgraded. HX Expeditions completes Fram and Spitsbergen refurbishments Image: Science Center Brombach + Gess upgrades windscreen and railing systems Brombach + Gess now offers its glass balustrade system with custom-designed aluminium handrails, providing a new solution for outdoor decks. Using aluminium instead of traditional wood ensures handrails are stronger, more durable and resistant to weather and corrosion. The handrails can be anodised or provided with custom coatings, increasing design flexibility. When the aluminium handrail is combined with Brombach + Gess’s flexible BalustradeMOVE system with solar glazing, it offers safety, functionality and a sleek aesthetic for outdoor restaurant patios or sun decks. UK marine outfitter Trimline has completed work on The Space Diner onboard Aroya Cruises’ ship, Aroya. This truly unique space-themed food and beverage venue features Apollo 11 space pods and was designed by SMC Design. Trimline was contracted to carry out the work by MJM Marine.
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