About Scenic CruisesScenic Cruises has more than three decades of experience creating unforgettable, handcrafted journeys for our guests. Scenic is an Australian founded company and has developed itineraries that travel to more than 60 countries and every continent on Earth. From humble beginnings to world-renowned luxury cruise and tour operator, Scenic is recognised as a leader in its field. They have earned a world-class reputation for creating and delivering the ultimate cruising and touring itineraries for travellers who seek wondrous experiences and exceptional service. Their success has been built on establishing long term partnerships with suppliers and the regions in which we work. They continue to nurture these partnerships, to build new relationships and aim to deliver the best experience possible across the globe to create memories that will last a lifetime. Scenic is a member of CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), IATA (International Air Transport Association), CATO (Council of Australian Tour Operators), and is ATAS (AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme) and ATAP Accredited (Australian Tourism Accreditation Program). Scenic has been the recipient of national and international accolades from the industry and its partners, as well as recognised within the industry for its exemplary product and operations. Planned itineraryScenic Cruises plans to operate their new ship, the Scenic Eclipse on an itinerary called Unlocking the Northwest Passage that travels through Greenland, Nunavut, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon Territory.ActivitiesPassengers on board the ship will take part in a variety of activities including community visits (local COVID regulations permitting), flightseeing, hiking, kayaking, Zodiac boat tours, submarine excursions, nature/wildlife viewing and photography. Scenic Cruises will only take part in landings that have been permitted and an Inuit guide will be part of the Expedition Team for the duration of the itinerary in Canada. During any activities involving wildlife, they will adhere to their standard operating procedures (available upon request) and follow AECO’s (Association of Arctic Expedition Cruise Operators) guidelines for viewing wildlife and CWS’ (Canada Wildlife Service) guidelines for seabird colony viewing by cruise ships. Any recommendations from local HTA/HTC will be followed. Waste & Mitigation Fuel spills are the most unpredictable accident on board ship, the ship’s crew minimizes that risk through the establishment of effective operational procedures & training. Ships will fuel at port locations. No fuelling of the cruise ship will occur in the Canadian Arctic. Refuelling of Zodiacs takes place on board the ship. All garbage generated off the ship is returned to the ship. All garbage generated on the ship is incinerated according to an approved garbage treatment process under MARPOL (International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships). Garbage is stored on board and there is enough space to store all garbage generated during the itinerary on board. No garbage will be dumped in the Canadian Arctic. The ship also complies with the MARPOL requirement for sewage treatment. All sewage, grey water and kitchen sink water is stored in tanks until it can be processed. On boards is a sewage treatment plant certified to meet the requirements of MARPOL and the polar code. Waste is held in tanks and will not be dumped in the Canadian Arctic. Community InvolvementCommunity visits have been planned to Pond Inlet, Gjoa Haven & Cambridge Bay, provided current COVID public health restrictions allow and communities are welcoming cruise ships. Scenic Cruises will hire two Inuit beneficiaries for the duration of their itinerary in Canada. Inuit guides will embark the Scenic Eclipse in Pond Inlet, NU and disembark in Ulukhaktok, NT. Guides will be part of the Expedition Team on all shore landings and will assist the Expedition Leader and the rest of the field team with guest safety, wildlife monitoring and cultural interpretation.