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Ponant names new Asia Pacific CEO
Chris Hall has joined PONANT as Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific.
It comes as the expedition cruising company’s Australian headquarters enters an expansion phase.
Chairman for Asia Pacific Sarina Bratton AM said Hall was an experienced leader in the global tour operating, river cruise, expeditions and distribution space.
“Chris will bring an additional level of experience to our International Executive Committee and global operations.”
New areas within PONANT’s Asia Pacific team include a newly created Maritime Operations and Logistics Department.
PONANT partnerships in the region continue to strengthen.
It plans to accelerate the range of experiences across the APAC business through additional ship deployment.
Hall said “I feel confident that we can explore new and different opportunities to enhance our guests’ experiences and bring trade partners even stronger results.”
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