LINDBLAD Expeditions’ new vessel National Geographic Quest was damaged while it was being launched and its 08 Jul and 15 Jul sailings have been cancelled. On 14 Jun during the launch operation the vessel slid from the ramp and the aft section was grounded, damaging one propeller and rudder. In...
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LINDBLAD Expeditions’ new vessel National Geographic Quest was damaged while it was being launched and its 08 Jul and 15 Jul sailings have been cancelled.
On 14 Jun during the launch operation the vessel slid from the ramp and the aft section was grounded, damaging one propeller and rudder.
In a letter to affected guests, founder Sven Lindblad said “At first this seemed like fixable damage within the time frame required to repair but we have now learned that the damage is more severe,” noting “we still do not know exactly how long it will take to fully repair”.
Affected guests can transfer to another sailing in 2017 or 2018 and receive a 50% reduction in the cost of the new fare, or opt for a full refund and a $2,000pp contribution for a future voyage.
Lindblad will issue a more detailed statement on Tue.
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