Quark Expeditions Announces Dr. Sian Proctor as Godmother for Ultramarine: An Extraordinary Partnership
Quark Expeditions, the leader in polar adventures, is delighted to introduce Dr. Sian Proctor as the godmother of their new expedition ship, Ultramarine. Join Dr. Proctor onboard for a remarkable journey to Antarctica’s legendary Snow Hill in November 2023. As the ship’s godmother, Dr. Proctor continues the maritime tradition of celebrating strong women for the ship’s good fortune and safe passage at sea. However, just as Ultramarine pushes boundaries on its polar expeditions, Dr. Proctor goes beyond tradition and expectations.
“We are thrilled to have found an extraordinary partner in Dr. Sian Proctor for Ultramarine,” said Andrew White, President of Quark Expeditions. “Together, we will transcend the traditional role of a godmother, not just as a leader onboard Ultramarine, but also in supporting our company’s work and teams worldwide.”
Dr. Sian Proctor embodies Ultramarine’s spirit of going deeper and farther. She is a trailblazer, an astronaut who has explored the world’s most remote regions, and the first Black woman to pilot a spacecraft.
“When I saw our polar regions from space, I knew I wanted to make them part of my work,” shared Dr. Sian Proctor. “There is no better place than the far edges of the planet to expand our awareness of a just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive society.”
As an advocate for inclusivity, capability, and a geoscience expert, Dr. Proctor understands the strength of individuals and the unifying power of the landscapes they share. Her artistic and educational background illuminates Ultramarine’s capabilities for polar explorers, utilizing stories and images to inspire ambassadors worldwide.
Quark Expeditions invites explorers to join Dr. Proctor onboard Ultramarine for the special Emperor Penguin Quest: Expedition to Snow Hill voyage on November 24, 2023. Contact the company’s polar travel advisors for more details.
Fun Fact: Quark Expeditions was the first to land at Antarctica’s Snow Hill in 2004, thanks to an astronaut’s planetary observations while in orbit. Encounter a remarkable wildlife spectacle with 4,000 pairs of breeding Emperor penguins and their chicks—a truly rare experience!
About Quark Expeditions: With a focus exclusively on expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic, Quark Expeditions has been the pioneer of polar adventures since its first North Pole expedition in 1991. Led by passionate expedition teams, including scientists and wildlife experts, Quark Expeditions offers immersive experiences with a diverse fleet of specially-equipped vessels and icebreakers.
Ultramarine, the latest addition to the Quark Expeditions fleet, is a game-changer in polar exploration. Featuring two twin-engine helicopters, 20 quick-launching Zodiacs, and the largest selection of off-ship adventure options, Ultramarine redefines the way guests explore the Polar Regions. The ship boasts luxurious amenities like a spa, sauna, fitness center, yoga space, spacious rooms, two restaurants, and a lounge with a presentation theatre. Ultramarine prioritizes sustainability with advanced systems to preserve the pristine Polar Regions, including a micro auto gasification system (MAGS) that converts waste into energy.
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