We spent a significant amount of time building our understanding of the business and the wider market, as well as fostering relationships with the management team. Our discussions culminated in the take private of the company in December 2014.
Hurtigruten is a leading provider of cruise based, adventure tourism. Having originated as a transport and tourism company in the 19th century, it now offers authentic, year-round travel experiences along the Norwegian coast and in remote locations across the world on its 15-strong fleet of ships
The company offers cruises to an international customer base along the Norwegian Coast as well as expedition cruises in the Arctic and Antarctic and trips with Hurtigruten Svalbard, the largest tour operator on the island of Spitsbergen.
Hurtigruten Norway and Hurtigruten Expeditions have been separated into two independent businesses with distinct brands and offering, thereby unlocking significant further growth opportunities.
We spent a significant amount of time building our understanding of the business and the wider market, as well as fostering relationships with the management team. Our discussions culminated in the take private of the company in December 2014.