Hurtigruten joins Tipto as the first new supplier in 26th year of operation

Hurtigruten will utilise TIPTO’s tried and tested face-to-face event format to boost its travel trade activity reach with the aim of investing in current agent relationships, as well as building many strong new connections. 

Established in 1893, Hurtigruten is renowned for its unique voyages along the stunning Norwegian coastline and beyond. With a legacy spanning over a century, Hurtigruten offers authentic and immersive experiences, highlighting the natural beauty and cultural richness of the destinations it visits so that guests can truly live the legend of Norway. With a fleet of modern and environmentally conscious ships, Hurtigruten combines authentic experience with sustainability that aims to minimise their impact on the environment.

Comments James Howlett, Head of Sales UK, Hurtigruten: “We are absolutely thrilled to be joining TIPTO for Year 26. The trade is pivotal to our success in the UK market, and it is our mission to engage and support more agents than we ever have before. With the expanded role of Emily Conner as Trade Engagement Lead, and the wonderful return to the industry of David Chidley as our UK Account Manager, we see TIPTO as our way of further boosting our work with agent partners.

“Hurtigruten is an incredible and well-loved brand, with some of the most spectacular product around. Joining TIPTO will allow us to expand our reach, educating many more of the UK trade on what makes Hurtigruten so special, as well as helping them to understand exactly why it is the perfect product for their clients.”

TIPTO Chairman, Richard Forde, says: “The team at TIPTO is delighted to welcome Hurtigruten into the fold for Year 26. It joins our already strong cruise credentials to bring a unique dynamic with its Norwegian coastal cruise offering. I have no doubt that our event format will support Hurtigruten with its goal of reaching more agents, allowing them to cement their current relationships and of course build brand new ones." 

The Hurtigruten team pictured L-R: David Chidley, Account Manager; Emily Conner, Trade Engagement Lead; James Howlett, Head of Sales UK.