OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES

Objectives

Section A

To ensure that expedition cruises and tourism in the Arctic is carried out with the utmost consideration for the vulnerable, natural environment, local cultures and cultural remains, as well as the challenging safety hazards at sea and on land.

Strategies

Section B

To be recognized as the primary organization representing the concerns and views of the expedition cruise tourism companies operating in the Arctic.

Section C

To agree upon and encourage the incorporation of specific standards and guidelines of operating expedition cruises in the Arctic.

Section D

To encourage the use of the highest qualified guides and staff knowledgeable and experienced in the Arctic environment, it’s natural and human history and contemporary culture.

Section E

To stimulate and encourage coordination among expedition cruise operators offering voyages to the Arctic.

Section F

To serve as a contact and advisory group to government ministries and agencies responsible for managing and regulating the lands, surrounding marine waters, and human activities in the Arctic

Section G

To interact with and maintain an open dialogue with non-governmental organizations interested in the Arctic.

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Section H

To educate all interested groups and people about the Arctic and its unique environment, culture and natural history.