Last updated: 10:00 PM ET, Thu September 4, 2025
WHY IT RATES: Oceanwide Expeditions appointed Rémi Bouysset as CEO effective June 16, 2025, bringing over 30 years of experience in travel and hospitality. —Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Managing Editor
Oceanwide Expeditions, an award-winning, industry-leading expedition cruise operator specializing in activity-focused polar itineraries in the Arctic and Antarctica, appointed Rémi Bouysset to the role of CEO.
This appointment took effect June 16, 2025.
A strategic appointment for business development
Bouysset brings a wealth of industry experience to Oceanwide Expeditions, with a career spanning over 30 years in the travel, hospitality, and luxury sectors. In past leadership and management roles, Bouysset has led growth in business operations in the European market and on a global level.
"It is an honor to join a company so widely respected for its commitment to authentic polar exploration, scientific integrity, and responsible travel. Reconnecting with this world of purposeful, nature-based exploration feels both natural and deeply motivating. Oceanwide Expeditions' reputation is built on substance, a quiet strength rooted in people, knowledge, and passion. Our priority remains to deliver meaningful and memorable journeys to our guests. Their experience is at the heart of everything we do,” said Rémi Bouysset, CEO, Oceanwide Expeditions.
With recent roles leading and managing customer strategy in maritime and yachting operations, tour operations, aviation and helicopter management, and expedition cruising, Bouysset has a broad range of expertise relevant to Oceanwide Expeditions and the expedition cruise industry as a whole.
"We are delighted to welcome Rémi to Oceanwide Expeditions. With his extensive experience and key industry insights, we believe he is well placed to lead the company's strategy in further developing our product offering and brand standing in a time of increasing competition,” said Michel van Gessel, Director, Oceanwide Expeditions.
SOURCE: Oceanwide Expeditions
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