77 VIEWPOINT By Mark Henderson, Magicman An on-hand expert Magicman can travel to the world’s most remote destinations to complete repair and restoration projects on expedition cruise ships, helping shipowners to cut the time, costs and waste associated with traditional refurbishments Passenger ship operators must regularly maintain and update their vessels to ensure they remain safe, seaworthy and aesthetically appealing for guests. However, this can be challenging for expedition cruise lines whose ships are built with specialist systems and equipment to enable them to safely navigate challenging and environmentally sensitive waters while sailing in remote regions of the world. To complete projects quickly without disrupting planned itineraries, these operators must work with a partner like UK-based firm Magicman, which has more than 30 years’ experience in delivering specialised in-situ repair services in multiple markets worldwide. Magicman has skilled teams of renovation experts that can travel to the world’s most remote ports to carry out work onboard expedition cruise ships while they are docked or in service. Magicman collaborates closely with the cruise line to meticulously plan projects well in advance to ensure it can transport both materials and its team members to the vessel. Once onboard, Magicman’s team coordinates with the crew to carry out work quickly and efficiently, allowing the cruise line to minimise disruption for guests. For example, the team will typically repair damaged surfaces in cabins while guests are on excursions or complete work in the public spaces during off-peak hours. Repairing and restoring damaged surfaces, furniture, fixtures or other items, rather than replacing them, offers multiple benefits for expedition cruise operators. One of the biggest advantages is that the process is much quicker and more cost-effective than sourcing, shipping and installing new items. By extending the lifecycle of existing products through refurbishing rather than scrapping them, shipowners can also minimise the amount of waste going to landfill and decrease the associated carbon emissions. This helps them to reduce their environmental impact and align more closely with the principles of the circular economy. Through its skills and expertise, Magicman helps expedition cruise operators to easily maintain onboard spaces, ensuring they retain both their functionality and aesthetic appeal for many years. At the same time, Magicman plays an integral role in helping cruise brands to achieve their long-term environmental sustainability goals and minimise their environmental impact while they explore some of the most remote regions of the world. This commitment to sustainability not only protects the environment, but will also ensure the long-term viability and success of expedition cruising. Mark Henderson is CEO of Magicman Expedition cruise ships sail to remote regions of the world, making it challenging to carry out refurbishment projects
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