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OCEAN VICTORY Yacht – Yacht of Dreams $300M Superyacht

OCEAN VICTORY yacht was built in Italy by the Fincantieri shipyard and delivered to her owner in 2014.

She ranks 12th on the list of the world’s largest yachts, with a length of 140 meters (459 ft).

Like many other superyachts in her size category, she currently sails under the Cayman Islands flag. 

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The OCEAN VICTORY yacht was designed by Alberto Pinto, a well-known photographer and interior designer from Paris, France. Onboard there is room for 26 guests in 13 generously designed suites.

A crew of 56 is responsible for the service, maintenance, and maneuvering of OCEAN VICTORY.

In addition to a spa, there is also a beauty salon, a fitness room, and an onboard cinema available for the enjoyment of the guests.

The elevator system allows guests and crew to move quickly and comfortably between the seven decks.

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The OCEAN VICTORY yacht is powered by two MTU marine engines with nearly 7,000 hp, enabling the yacht to reach top speeds of up to 25 knots. At a cruising speed of 18 knots, her range is 5,000 nautical miles.

Thanks to her state-of-the-art at-anchor stabilizers, OCEAN VICTORY offers comfortable cruising even during rough seas.

Her hull is made of steel, her superstructure of aluminum, and her many decks were constructed from more than 2,000 square meters of high-end teak.

The exterior of the superyacht was created by the world-renowned designer and architect Espen Øino, who is based in Monaco.

OCEAN VICTORY has a helipad with a lift that allows aircraft to be transported to an internal helicopter hangar.

There is also a floodable dock on board that can hold vessels up to 14 meters long.

The yacht has a spacious beach club, an underwater observation room, and six swimming pools distributed across the different decks.

Guest entertainment onboard the OCEAN VICTORY is ensured in the form of jet skis, water skis, sea bobs, and snorkeling equipment which are available for the guests at any time. 

The owner of the OCEAN VICTORY paid an estimated price of US $300 million for this luxury yacht. The annual running costs amount to US $25 – 30 million, depending on use.

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Luxury motor yacht OCEAN VICTORY (Project Victory, hull 6218) is a magnificent seven-deck 140-metre vessel, built by Fincantieri Yachts of Italy and designed by Espen Oeino. The yacht's interior design is by Alberto Pinto. The massive OCEAN VICTORY yacht is built to SOLAS regulations and is one of the world’s most advanced superyachts in terms of safety and technology. She was launched in 2014.

With seven decks and 140 meters (or 459 ft) in length overall, super yacht OCEAN VICTORY has almost unrivalled space, features and amenities. In the words of Espen Oeino, her famed designer, she is "a complete superyacht. There’s no doubt about it, it’s a yacht that has it all”. Six swimming pools, some up to eight metres long, are worthy of special mention, as is the unusual and rare internal floodable dock feature, which enables the internal boarding and loading of the yacht's 14m (45.9 ft) tender. Other features include a helicopter deck and hanger to store the helicopter when not in use.

Some interior aspects of the OCEAN VICTORY yacht include a focus on design detailing, despite her ship-like size and large open entertainment and social areas, some of which are double height or have open voids. Espen Oeino says that although "it’s a very ambitious project as it’s a ship more than a yacht but its retained all of the proportions and the detailing, it’ll be a complete superyacht.”

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Giovanni Romano, head of Fincantieri Yachts, comments on OCEAN VICTORY superyacht: “This mega yacht is the start of another ‘adventure’ which proves we were right to enter this area of the market, an exclusive niche where we set out to base our success both on product quality and the efficiency of our construction process. Today, drawing on our experience with our first mega yacht and having further refined our expertise in managing complex processes, we are in a position to guarantee excellent performance levels thus meeting the needs of a market which, we trust, is on the road to recovery”.

Mega yacht OCEAN VICTORY has everything an owner may wish for. This striking vessel essentially embodies high technological content and close attention to detail in its interior furnishings and expertly crafted décor. In short, M/Y OCEAN VICTORY is a superior yacht designed and built for quality and performance. Great attention has also been given to implementing environmentally friendly solutions within the vessel.

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Accommodation aboard the sleek and beautiful OCEAN VICTORY yacht is provided to up to 12 guests in 6 deluxe cabins.

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Among the many fine features of OCEAN VICTORY superyacht belong six swimming pools, helicopter deck and hanger, internal tender boarding, spa pool pools, and a 14m tender, to name but a few.

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Delivered in 2014, Ocean Victory, 140 metres long, is the largest yacht ever built in Italy and one of the largest in the world.

She was developed on a unique concept by Espen Oeino and interior designer Alberto Pinto. She has a certified helideck with lifting platform and internal heli hangar, floodable tender dock, ten large shell doors, one underwater observation room, six pools and spa area over 300m2.

Ocean Victory testifies to Italy’s highest expression of technology and fascination worldwide. She is positioned on the top market segment in terms of quality and performance and is characterised by complexity, high-technology content, innovation and extreme care to details in the interior and exterior design.

The ship was built to meet PYC (Passenger Yacht Code) under the supervision of the Lloyd’s Register of Shipping.

She has a total of 14 guest and 28 crew cabins, 7 decks and a gross tonnage of 8,505 GT.

Ocean Victory is the finest expression of quality, technical ability and industry standards, with a perfect functional and design integration of elements. The pinnacle of Fincantieri’s Technology of Beauty.

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Cruise line Albatros Expeditions (Small Cruise Lines)

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Ocean Victory current position

Ocean Victory current location is at North East Atlantic Ocean (coordinates 49.19521 N / -0.31973 W) cruising en route to Caen-Ouistreham. The AIS position was reported 2 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Ocean Victory

Ocean Victory current cruise is 10 days, one-way from Vancouver to Sitka . Prices start from USD 8139 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary starts on 07 Sep, 2024 and ends on 17 Sep, 2024 .

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MS Ocean Victory cruise ship is an ice-strengthened (polar class 1A / PC6) expedition vessel delivered in February 2021. The boat is owned by the Danish company SunStone Maritime Group (via its USA-based subsidiary SunStone Ships Inc) and until 2024 was operated under charter by Victory Cruise Line USA (brand owned by AQSC/AQV-American Queen Voyages ) and seasonally by Albatros Expeditions ( Copenhagen Denmark -based company specializing in Arctic and Antarctic cruisetours, subsidiary and brand owned by Albatross Travel Group Ltd).

Albatros Expeditions itineraries are in Arctic Europe ( Svalbard Norway , Faroe Islands, Scotland), Arctic Canada (with Greenland-Iceland), Antarctica (with Patagonia/Chilean Fjords and SGSSI-South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands ).

Since 2025, during the summers, Ocean Victory is chartered by the Spanish luxury travel company Alma Cruceros.

The vessel (IMO 9868869) is currently Bahamas- flagged (MMSI number 311000868) and registered in Nassau .

Ship technology

Ocean Victory is the second in a series of ten "Ulstein CX103" design (Infinity-Class) expedition vessels, with sisterships Greg Mortimer (2019-Aug), Ocean Explorer (2021-Feb), Sylvia Earle (2022-Oct), Ocean Odyssey (2022-Oct), Ocean Albatros (2022-Oct), Douglas Mawson (2025). Four more units were intended but eventually canceled and replaced by the new BOUNDLESS Class boats.

The patented ULSTEIN X-BOW design is one of the unusual for expedition ships features, The vessel also utilizes the latest technologies in naval engineering. The ship is technically managed by Cruise Management International ( Miami -based passenger vessel/fleet management company). CMI Leisure Miami handles hotel operations.

For the interior designs of this entire series of SunStone-owned ships was contracted the Weston Florida-based company Tomas Tillberg Design.

In November 2018, AQSC signed an agreement for purchasing the brand "Victory Cruise Line", as well as its chartered (from Sunstone Ships) vessels. Victory Cruise Line has a separate fleet and management and operates as a subsidiary company of AQSC. AQSC's Victory Cruise Line cooperated with the US-based shipowner SunStone Ships Inc to construct a custom-designed vessel for expedition-type voyages in polar regions, providing industry's best adventure travel vacation experiences and modern amenities.

With the highest for passenger vessel ice-class 1A (Polar Class 6 / PC6), MS Ocean Victory has icebreaking capacity 1 m (3 ft) and complies with maritime industry's latest polar code requirements and specifications. The boat offers unprecedented levels of safety and environmental protection.

The major advantage of the patented "ULSTEIN X-BOW" design is the ship's ability to navigate with improved stability in comparison to traditional bow-design vessels. X-BOW vessels are less subject to vertical motions (induced by waves), continuing on course smoothly while maintaining high speeds. The ship's engines use less fuel, which results in reduced air emissions and fuel consumption.

The ship is equipped with the latest propulsion and return-to-port systems. It also has top-notch dynamic positioning technology - computer-controlled systems allowing automatic maintenance of the vessel's position through its own propulsion units (thrusters and propellers). This allows stable floating while maintaining the necessary stability for launching watercraft - and without using anchors.

Shipboard facilities

The newbuild expedition vessel features dedicated outdoor observation areas (including fore-located Observation Deck with two Hydraulic Platforms and two Viewing Platforms/Bridge Wings), a stern marina (watersports platform serving the company's sea kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving programs), a fleet of 20x Zodiacs (large-capacity motorized boats used for passenger transportation - tendering and landings). The aft-located Zodiac loading platform is a new design and allows easier and faster boarding. Sun Deck (top-deck forward) is furnished with premium garden furniture (sofas, armchairs, sun loungers) and used for both relaxation and wildlife viewing. On the top-deck bow is the Observation Lounge (served by its own Bar) and midship is the funnel (with four stacks/engine exhaust pipes).

Other facilities include Medical Centre (Infirmary), Change Room (Mudroom), Bar Lounge (lecture theater forward on Deck 5), Dining Room Restaurant, Buffet Restaurant, Ship Shop, Lobby area (Reception Desk), Library, Piano Bar, Art Room, Wellness Centre (Fitness, Spa, Sauna Room, Treatment Rooms for Massages), Lower Sun Deck (Deck 7 aft, with lifeboats and liferafts), Upper Sun Deck (Deck 8 midship, with sunbathing area and swimming pool (infinity), pool bar, two whirlpool hot tubs, alfresco dining area).

Four Zodiac Docks (2 on each side, hull access at sea-level) serve as boat launching platforms.

When chartered by Albatros Expeditions, Ocean Victory provides some exclusive amenities via the company's partnerships with brands like Gerard Bertrand (organic wines from southern France, wine-tasting menus) and Julius Meinl (organic coffees and teas). Albatros also introduces Polar Spa (providing exotic treatments and massages), all-inclusive Suite cabins (with dedicated butler service, complimentary minibar, free laundry and pressing, in-cabin dining / daily served Canapes, Espresso machine / Julius Meinl, unlimited specialty restaurant access).

Decks and Cabins

Ocean Victory staterooms (93 total) allow max capacity 186 passengers. Cabins include 68x Balcony, 9x French Balcony and 16x with Porthole Windows. The vessel is served by 100 crew/staff accommodated in 57 crew cabins. Most cabins (80% of all, excepting only Deck 3's porthole cabins) are with a private, step-out balcony accessible from the living area via sliding, floor-ceiling glass door. Each balcony is furnished with a small table and two deck chairs. 60% of all cabins can be booked with triple occupancy (accommodate a 3rd person on a pull-out couch/sofabed).

• Hotel beds (King-size or two twin, size 200 x 160 cm, ample under-bed storage space for suitcases), sleeping couch (sofabed), bedside cabinets, mirrored vanity (writing desk / dressing table) with chair, built-in dressers with drawers, mini-bar / refrigerator, 42-inch smart HDTV (local and satellite reception), phone (onboard communication only), digital clock / alarm, seating area (small table with 1 or 2 armchairs), spacious wardrobe (closet with hangers, drawers, electronic safe), individual climate control, medical emergency button.
• Each stateroom has a private, full-size bathroom with shower / WC, hairdryer, premium bath amenities.
• Suites are in 3 categories - CS-Captain's, JS-Junior and BS-Balcony. These are the largest staterooms, with double-size balconies and offering extra amenities, such as in-room dining service (continental breakfast served on the balcony).

There are a total of 20 pairs of connecting rooms (balconied cabins) that can be booked as one "family stateroom" for up to 6 persons. There are no wheelchair-accessible cabins (suitable for passengers with disabilities).

The boat has 8 decks , of which 6 are passenger-accessible and 4 with cabins.

Itineraries

Starting operations for Victory Cruise Lines, Ocean Victory's itinerary program 2021 (May through September) includes a total of 20 cruises in Alaska (USA) and British Columbia (Canada). Itineraries lengths range between 7-day to 10-day. Unique travel experiences on all these voyages are the Zodiac boat landings and shoreside cruising and kayaking for up-close scenery and wildlife viewing (bears, whales, seabirds). Ship's resident scientific staff (including marine biologists and naturalists) lead all expeditions and also provide educational onboard lectures.

Ocean Victory's cruises to Alaska and BC Canada were open for booking in July 2019.

With this boat, the company introduced two new itineraries (themed as "Discover Beyond Alaska Expedition Adventure Cruise" - 10-night Vancouver BC to Sitka AK , and the reverse 11-night Sitka to Vancouver. Their bookings were opened in October 2019.

Both voyages feature cruising the Inside Passage , Misty Fjords (Tongass Forest), Ketchikan AK (Revillagigedo Island) , Metlakatla Annette Island (Long House visit, group dancing performance), Petersburg AK (Mitkof Island) , Kupreanof Island (hiking), Tracy Arm Fjord , Endicott Arm Fjord , Sawyer Glacier (or Dawes Glacier, both with Zodiac boating), Wrangell AK (Anan Creek bear watching, Stikine River jet boating, charter fishing), Sitka AK (hiking, seakayaking, fishing).

Alaska itineraries

Victory Cruise Line's/American Queen Voyages' Ocean Victory Alaskan program for 2021 included the following voyages:

• 12-day from Vancouver BC to Sitka AK, departure dates (2021) May 21, June 11, July 2, July 23, August 13, September 3. The itinerary visits Inside Passage Alaska, Fiordland BC (Kynoch Inlet), Ketchikan AK, Misty Fjords NP, Wrangell AK, Baranof Island (Baranof Wilderness Lodge), Petersburg AK (/LeConte Glacier), Tracey Arm Fjord (Sawyer Glacier), Kake AK. Fares started from ~USD 4200 pp.
• 13-day from Sitka to Vancouver, departure dates (2021) May 31, June 21, July 12, August 2, August 23, September 13. The itinerary visits Kake AK, Endicott Arm Fjord (Dawes Glacier) Tracey Arm Fjord (Sawyer Glacier), Petersburg AK (/LeConte Glacier), Baranof Island, Misty Fjords NP, Ketchikan, Fiordland BC (Kynoch Inlet), Inside Passage BC. Fares started from USD5000 pp.
• 12-day from Vancouver to Seattle WA, departure September 24 (2021). The special itinerary visits mainland British Colombia (Princess Louisa Inlet), Vancouver Island (BC Canada), Copeland Island, Cormorant Island (Alert Bay BC, U'Mista Cultural Center), Cortes Island, Von Donop Inlet (Hathayim Marine Provincial Park), Redonda Islands, Pender Harbour, Nanaimo BC, Salt Spring Island (Ganges BC), Victoria BC. Fares started from USD 4200 pp, inclusive of pre-cruise Vancouver hotel overnight.
• However, this program was canceled and rescheduled for 2022.

On each Alaskan voyage, Ocean Victory provides a team of 19 tour guides for the shore excursions and also to conduct onboard lectures for the passengers.

When chartered by Albatros Expeditions, Ocean Victory operates on Antarctic voyages with homeporting in Ushuaia Argentina . The Danish company's inaugural Antarctic season started in November 2021 (Maiden Voyage Nov 26th). Signature destinations include the Antarctic Peninsula , Drake Passage , South Georgia Island (UK) .

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In summer 2025 (April-October) the ship will be chartered to Alma Cruceros (2024-founded/new travel brand and Spanish cruise company). The itineraries visit destinations in the Mediterranean (including Western and Northern Africa) and Spain's Canary Islands.

The Malaga -based Alma Cruceros is Spain's first luxury cruise travel brand. The company is led by Elisardo Sanchez Burgos (President and CEO) who is also the Premium Hotels Group's President. The company's official inauguration will be in April 2025, with the Maiden Voyage from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Malaga.

The inaugural itineraries are themed as follows:

5-night ANDALUCIA (roundtrip from Malaga) visits Donana-Bonanza (overnight), Sevilla, Ceuta (Spanish Morocco) and Cadiz.

7-night ISLAS CANARIAS (Malaga to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) visits Ceuta, Tanger, Rabat Morocco, Agadir Morocco, and Arrecife.

7-night ANDALUCIA (roundtrip from Malaga) visits Donana-Bonanza, Sevilla, Ceuta, Motril/Granada City, Melilla (Spanish Morocco), and Almeria.

7-night MEDITERRANEO (Malaga to Barcelona) visits Melilla, Almeria, Cartagena, Ibiza-Formentera, , Valencia, and San Carlos De La Rapita/Ebro Delta.

7-night MEDITERRANEO (Tarragona to Barcelona) visits Colliure, St Tropez, Nice, Sanary-Sur-Mer, Mahon Menorca, and Alcudia.

7-night MEDITERRANEO (Tarragona to Barcelona) visits Palamos/Costa Brava, Colliure, Sete, Mahon Menorca, Alcudia, and Ibiza-Formentera.

7-night MEDITERRANEO (Barcelona to Tarragona) visits Colliure, Cassis, St Tropez, Ajaccio Corsica, Alguer, and Mahon Menorca.

7-night MEDITERRANEO (roundtrip from Barcelona) visits Colliure, Cassis, St Tropez, Ajaccio Corsica, Alguer, and Mahon Menorca.

7-night MEDITERRANEO (Barcelona to Malaga) visits San Carlos De La Rapita/Ebro Delta, Valencia, Ibiza-Formentera, Cartagena, Almeria, and Melilla.

8-night MEDITERRANEO (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Malaga) visits Puerto Rosario/Fuerteventura, Agadir, Rabat, Tanger, and Ceuta.

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Ocean Victory is the first Infinity-Class (ULSTEIN-designed) vessel chartered by Albatros Expeditions - followed by Ocean Albatros (chartered for Antarctic season 2022-2023). The ship-chartering agreement includes a deal with the Miami -based CMI Leisure Management. The company's ship management services include staffing, hotel services, housekeeping, onboard food and beverages, purchasing supplies, logistics. CMI Leisure is among the world's leading companies providing small-ship management services.

On March 16, 2017, SunStone Ships Inc signed the shipbuilding agreement with the Hong Kong -based company "China Merchants Industry Holdings" (abbrev CMIH) for the construction of 4 units. SunStone is the world's largest (by tonnage) shipowner chartering exclusively expedition vessels to cruise travel companies. Since there is an option for an additional 6 sisterships, by this "ULSTEIN CX103" project could be built up to 10 units. The USD 260 million shipbuilding order for the 4 boats was signed in June 2017.

The vessel's keel-laying ceremony (hull/yard number CMIH 196-3) was held on September 19, 2019, at CMHI's Haimen Shipyard. The launch (float out from drydock) was on March 16, 2020. On the same day started the construction of the sistership Sylvia Earle .

Yellow Sea trials (in East China Sea) started on January 22, 2021, and were successfully completed on January 27. During the 5-day sea trials, the boat's machinery was tested by 150+ personnel, including crew, shipyard technicians, CMIH managers, Bureau Veritas representatives, SunStone Ships marine advisors.

The boat was officially delivered to SunStone Ships on October 12, 2021. The signing ceremony was attended by Niels-Erik Lund (SunStone's CEO). Following the boat left CMHI Haimen and via Xiamen sailed to Manila Philippines for crewing. Then it made a technical stop in Papeete (Tahiti Island, French Polynesia) for bunkering and arrived in homeport Ushuaia Argentina to start the inaugural Antarctic season for Albatros Expeditions on Nov 26th (2021).

Albatros Expeditions christened Ocean Victory on December 3, 2021, off the South Georgia Island . The godmother Elise Grondahl (company’s Head of Operations and Product) used a block of ice (crashed into the hull) instead of the traditional champagne bottle. The special event was also participated by Soren Rasmussen (company's owner and Chairman), Hans Lagerweij (company's President) and Laura Sinclair Willis (CEO of the Government of the British dependency "South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands").

The company CMIH is a subsidiary of China Merchants Group (among the country's largest groups of companies). Following the contract with SunStone Ships, CMIH signed an agreement with the Norwegian company Ulstein Design (part of Ulstein Group, headquartered in Ulsteinvik Norway ) to supply the ship design and equipment package (ULSTEIN COM / Navigation Bridge system, and the integrated automation systems ULSTEIN IAS and ULSTEIN POWER), and also to supervise the shipbuilding works. For the ship's hotel design was contracted the Florida (USA)-based company Tomas Tillberg Design International (specializing in passenger vessel design). The design features Ulstein's patented X-BOW (providing fuel efficiency and significantly improved stability in rough seas). The vessel complies with the 2009-issued SOLAS requirements for "Virtual Anchorage" and "Safe Return to Port" (SRtP) implemented via Dynamic Positioning System (computer-controlled, automatically maintains ship's position) and Zero Speed Stabilizers (roll reduction system).

CMIH also signed an agreement with the Finnish company "IS Makinen Inc" to pre-fabricate the vessels' cabins, wet units and interior public spaces. For this purpose, Makinen established a cabin assembly plant and an interior workshop facility at the shipbuilding yard in China. Project's shipbuilder is the subsidiary company "China Merchants Heavy Industry" (abbrev CMHI, shipyard near Shanghai ).

The ship is powered by 4x Wartsila-20 diesel engines (two 6-cylinder plus two 8-cylinder) running on HFO (heavy fuel oil). The 6-cylinder engines are fitted with Wartsila-NOR (exhaust gas cleaning system, NOx gas reducing technology). The contract with Wartsila was signed in November 2017.

MS Ocean Victory's charter contract with Aurora Expeditions was signed on June 6, 2018. In October 2018 was announced that the boat will be also chartered by Victory Cruise Line (a subsidiary of AQSC-American Queen Voyages ). There were rumors about Poseidon Expeditions also considering a charter deal for the new boat.

In mid-November 2018, AQSC announced an agreement to acquire the brand "Victory Cruise Line", which included purchasing its two chartered (Sunstone Ships-owned) sisterships Victory I (2001-built, now Ocean Voyager) and Victory 2 (2004-built, now Ocean Navigator). To AQSC's fleet was also added the newbuild Ocean Victory - Sunstone-owned and operated by AQSC under charter. All the 3 vessels are in a separate fleet - under the "Victory Cruise Line" brand. The announcement was officially made by AQSC's CEO John Waggoner. The acquisition deal was closed in mid-January 2019. Transaction terms (and price) were not disclosed.

The vessel's propulsion system is diesel-electric (twin-screw) and designed by Brunvoll Volda AS (Volda Norway-based company specializing in marine propulsion, positioning and maneuvering systems). For the ULSTEIN CX103 project, Brunvoll contracted DMC (Damen Marine Components, Hardinxveld Giessendam Holland-based marine equipment manufacturer) to produce and supply the vessel's two rudders (model Van der Velden ATLANTIC) and two steering gear systems (model Van der Velden COMMANDER).

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VICTORY is a classic Burger motor yacht that sleeps six one full beam master stateroom with a king bed and two guest staterooms each with twin berths. There are crew quarters for three forward on the lower deck. VICTORY embodies a nice blend of traditional Burger styling combined with high-tech engineering details. One example of this is reflected in the upgraded Garmin Touchscreen navigation electronics which display all the particulars of the vessel while the pilothouse helm remains original with all the original analog style gauges. Her dark blue hull and dark Cherry interior evoke a feeling of yachting as it should be done. A look inside the engine room, or a glance at the tachometer and GPS while underway, instills a confidence in this design that she was indeed meant to be at sea.

Just aft of the galley, via the starboard passageway is the full-width main salon. Built into the forward bulkhead is a floor to ceiling cabinet arrangement with attractive, raised panel doors. This cabinet area includes storage for china and table furnishings along with a very complete entertainment center with LG HDTV, Sony Stereo Receivers with KVH Tracvision HD7 Sat TV. Outboard to port and starboard, heavy-duty, Plexi-glass wing doors lead to the side decks and fore deck. The main salon features a large seating area, dining table with 6 dining chairs and a walk-up bar.

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• Walk-up L shaped bar w/ Scotsman 30lb/day icemaker, polished brass sink w/ gold fixtures, U-line under counter refrigerator, bottle storage, stemware storage
• Italian Carrera marble (porcelain) flooring
• Cherry wood & glass topped end table
• LG HD 44” TV, KVH TracVision HD7, Direct TV, (2) Sony STR-DH190 stereo receivers, 8.1 Dolby Atmos surround sound speakers w/ Altec Lansing Stereo
• (4) Gold wall scones
• Wood blind window treatments
• (2) Plexiglass wing doors forward, port to starboard to foredeck

Forward of the salon is a full galley to port with a large table and settee for dining starboard.

• U-shaped brown upholstered leather settee w/ teak foldout dining table to starboard
• Kenmore Elite stainless steel refrigerator/freezer
• Kenmore Elite stainless steel dishwasher
• Kenmore Elite 5 burner glass cook top
• Kenmore Elite oven w/ warming drawer
• Kenmore Elite microwave /convection oven
• Krushr trash compacter
• Granite countertops w/ tumbled marble backsplash
• Tiger striped Brazilian cherry wood kitchen cabinets
• Teak & holly flooring

Master Stateroom

The master stateroom and (2) guest staterooms are accessed via a stairway aft to port in the main salon.

• Centerline King-sized berth w/ storage under
• (2) drawer nightstands w/ reading lamps, port & starboard
• Built in vanity w/ lighted mirror
• 4-drawer dresser
• 8-drawer built in dresser & (2) full length cedar hanging lockers to port
• Full length single door cedar hanging locker to starboard
• Entertainment center built in the forward bulkhead
• Sony 42" Ultra HD LED TV w/ web browser
• Dolby 5.1 surround sound system w/ Klipsch subwoofer & Altec Lansing speakers

Master Bath

• Head & stall shower
• Corian countertop & inset, hand painted porcelain sink
• Heated towel racks

Guest Stateroom, Port

• Twin berths w/ drawer storage under
• Full length cedar hanging lockers w/ 6-drawer dresser
• Nightstand tables separate the berths w/ reading lamps on each side
• Private head w/ full sized Jacuzzi tub w/ shower
• Insigna 24” HD LED TVs w/ web browser
• AM/FM Bluetooth stereo

Guest Stateroom, Starboard

• Nightstand tables separate the berths w/ reading Lampson each side
• Private head w/ stall shower

Crew Quarters

• Built in laundry center w/ Maytag Neptune washer & dryer
• Crew lounge consisting of a built in U-shaped settee around a pedestal mounted table
• Dynex 17” HDTV

Captain’s Quarters

Opposite the crew lounge to port is the private Captain's cabin, with a single berth and en-suite head with shower.

• Insignia 17” HD LEDTV

Forward is another cabin with an upper berth to port with a second head opposite. Just aft of the water-tight chain locker bulkhead is a stall shower for the forward crew cabin.

The stand-up engine room is accessed through a water-tight bulkhead door just aft of the crew lounge. A stairway from the crew quarters leads up to the starboard side of the pilothouse. A separate compact refrigerator is built into the stairway bulkhead leading to the wheelhouse.

Pilothouse / Electronics

Located on the main deck all the way forward is the pilothouse. Port and starboard side doors lead to the outside walkways for access to the foredeck. Aft of the centerline helm is a black, leather upholstered bench seat with foot-rest and chart storage below. Offset to starboard, a passageway leads aft to the galley and main salon. Visibility from the pilothouse is excellent.

• (2) Garmin 18” GPS Map XSV GPS/Chartplotter/Camera (touchscreen)
• Garmin GPS Map 7608 GPS/Chartplotter
• Garmin Radar
• Garmin GHC 20 Autopilot
• Garmin VHF ships radio
• Naiad Marine roll stabilizer controls
• Mathers electronic engine controls
• Carlisle & Finch Searchlight control
• HPS bow thruster controls
• Bennett trim tab controls
• Richie 8” compass
• Window wipers & washers
• Analog controls/all controls are repeated electronically
• Fusion AM/FM Bluetooth stereo w/ XM radio
• Stairs up to flybridge
• (2) Altec Lansing overhead speakers
• Teak & holly floor

Flybridge Electronics

• Garmin 18” GPS Map - Repeater from Pilothouse
• Garmin Autopilot
• Garmin VHF Radio
• Naiad stabilizer controls
• Carlisle & Finch searchlight controls

Flybridge Equipment

• U-shaped bench seating, tan vinyl upholstery
• (3) Stidd helm chairs w/ tan vinyl upholstery
• Centerline island bar w/ stainless steel sink, electric grill, Artic Fresh refrigerator
• Centerline hinged mast w/ stainless steel ships bel, antennas for electronics & KVH TVs
• Pipewelders rigid canvas top w/ aluminum frame piping
• Tinted windscreen
• EZ2CY front enclosure
• Stainless steel ships wheel
• Novurania 14’ tender w/ 50hp 4 stroke Yamaha outboard
• (2) 2017 Sea Doo sparks
• Marquipt low profile 2500Ib hydraulic davit
• (3) Overhead lights
• (4) Stereo speakers
• Ships safety ring

Deck & Hull Equipment

• Hull color is Royal Blue with clear coat topcoat
• Double boarding gates, port and starboard
• Marquipt 7-step boarding stairs
• Integral aluminum rub rails
• Freshwater wash-down system

Aft Deck & Swim Platform

The Teak aft deck is accessed through double doors from the main salon. The open deck measures approx. 10' x 17', with ample room for six chairs. There is a surrounding Teak capped weather rail, with a gate access to a transom stairway down to the swim platform.

• Teak table w/ (2) stainless steel bases
• (6) teak & upholstered sitting chairs
• Teak decks (synthetic)
• Access door w/ stairs down to swim platform
• (2) overhead lights
• (2) stereo speakers
• Tinted glass sliding door to main salon
• Aft lazarette storage
• (2) 4-blade propellers stored in lazarette
• Spare stub shaft in lazarette

Foredeck Equipment

• Muir anchor windlass
• Bruce anchor w/ galvanized steel chain
• Teak cap rails
• Stainless bow rails
• Synthetic teak decking
• (2) Large storage chests w/ upholstered cushion tops, port & stbd
• Upholstered bench seat
• Upholstered bunny pad behind bench seat
• Carlisle & Finch searchlight
• (2) 2-trumpet Khalenberg chrome horns
• Walk-around decks, port & stbd
• Forward cuddy storage

Engine Room & Mechanical Equipment

• Twin MTU 8V396 TB93 Diesels Port: 5141 Hrs (391 Hrs SMOH) Stbd: 5319 Hrs (569 Hrs SHOH)
• Engines had a W5 @ 4750 Hrs (2015)
• Exhaust flange brackets
• Exhaust insulation blankets
• Walker Air Seps
• Engine room mechanical gauges, mains & generators
• Underwater and side vent engine exhausts
• Custom engine room insulation
• Exhaust pyrometers
• Heavy-duty exhaust fans
• Mather's electronic engine controls
• Glendenning engine synchronizer
• Engine alarms and emergency stops
• Wagner hydraulic steering
• Emergency Tiller steering system
• Main engine block heaters
• Oil change/transfer system
• 40 Gallon lube oil storage tank
• Fuel transfer system
• Raw water sea strainers
• HPS 44hp hydraulic bow thruster
• Naiad stabilizers with multi-sea controls
• Bennett trim tabs
• Ocean Breeze reverse-cycle, chilled water air conditioning (5-ton, 6-ton)
• Digital SMR air conditioning zone controls
• (5) Microphor compressed air fresh water heads
• 205 Gallon capacity holding tanks
• (2) 30 Gallon hot water heaters
• (2) 110 Freshwater pumps
• Diamond plate engine room floor covering
• (8) Automatic & manual bilge pumps
• (5) Separate fuel tanks (3700 gallon total)
• Racor fuel filters, main engines and generators
• Kidde automatic and manual fire control system
• (6) Handheld fire extinguishers
• Fresh water engine and generator cooling system
• (2) Air compressors
• Kahlenberg air horns with automatic fog signal
• 12-Volt back-up horn
• Central vacuum cleaner

Electrical Equipment

• (2) Northern Lights 30kW, 1,200 rpm gensets with sound shields (P – 22,900 hrs S – 23,000 hrs)
• 12V/24V DC Systems
• 110/220V AC Systems
• 100 Amp single-phase wired
• 12V & 24V Charles Marine battery chargers
• 12V & 24V battery banks, (2 each)
• (2) Stabiline shore power voltage regulators
• Shore power cables
• Glendenning shore power cable retrieval system
• Battery parallel switch
• 110V Interior lighting
• 12V Courtesy lighting
• 24V Emergency lighting

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Ocean Victory

• Ocean Albatros
• Inspiration
• Diversity & Inclusion Manifest
• Green initiative

Ocean Victory joined our fleet in November 2021 and was established as one of the most modern small ship vessels in the market.

 This stylish cruise ship is ideally suited for our business model of small ship expeditions and is deployed and dedicated to varied Antarctic region voyages.

With a total of 93 comfortable staterooms for our guests, all with a view of the ocean, (and 90% with their own balcony), several restaurants, a wellness area, an Albatros Nordic Bar, an open deck dining facility, a modern lecture lounge, and other amenities, the vessel is also environmentally-friendly onboard, with an implementation of the Green Initiative Program, ensuring both absolute comfort and sustainability for our guests.

Facts about Ocean Victory

• Ship details
• Practical Info

TECHNICAL DETAILS

With one of the highest Polar code 6 and Ice class 1A, Ocean Victory is the ideal vessel for small-ship cruising due to her sturdy construction and X-Bow®-Infinity class, which provides high stability in rough weather and allows for the smoothest movements on high waves, and a Solas 2012 classification which facilitates a safe return to port.

The vessel is part of a brand new generation of low-energy vessels, with 4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines, all controlled electronically to optimize speed and fuel consumption.

• X-Bow for more stability and comfort
• One of the highest Polar code Class 6
• One of the highest Ice Class 1A
• 4 diesel engines and 2 electro engines
• Solas 2012 classification
• Environmentally friendly in all matters
• Green initiative program 
• Albatros Nordic Bar Lounge
• Albatros Ocean Shop
• Albatros Observation Lounge
• Observation Sliders
• Polar Spa / Wellness Area / Gym
• Modern lecture lounge
• 93 spacious comfortable staterooms 
• Dedicated single state rooms 
• All staterooms with Ocean View
• 90% of all staterooms with Panoramic Balcony
• Restaurant on Deck 5
• Observation Speciality Restaurant on Deck 8
• Jacuzzies and Pool Bar

In our specialty restaurant, you have the possibility to take in all the wonderful views from the top deck. We have a special menu such as hot stones and steaks.

If the weather allows, we do not miss the chance to offer you a wonderful BBQ lunch on our BBQ Deck. A great way to enjoy the pristine surroundings, while enjoying a delicious grill meal.

Dinner always starts with delicious hot soups, cold cuts, and crisp, fresh salads. Several choices of entrees are offered each evening, to accommodate different tastes and dietary requirements; always including a meat choice, fish choice, and vegetarian choice.  

After dinner, freshly prepared desserts, including ship-made ice cream or cakes are a great way to end a meal and satisfy any sweet tooth.

A selection of wines and beers is available to perfectly compliment your visit to our restaurant… and if you’re interested in relaxing during your time off from activities and landings, delight onboard Ocean Victory by raising your glass to the experience of a lifetime!

Our bar is fully equipped with a variety of cocktails, beers, non-alcoholic beverages, and more, to quench your thirst and reward the explorer in you.

What makes a good expedition? It is a combination of its landings and the experiences onboard the ship. At Albatros Expeditions, we are honored to have an amalgam of experts in our expedition team, from climatologists and geologists to renowned photographers, all eager to share their adventures and knowledge with our guests.

Honoring the great explorers, the lecture room allows for an adventure within an adventure. Here you can find sagas, narratives and practical information on the polar regions, in various languages and subjects. From encyclopedias of the polar wildlife and fauna to narrations of the many challenges faced by the first expeditions, this is the perfect location for entertaining your brain while we sail.

Celebrate your dream polar adventure, engage in conversation and relax while admiring the icy landscape of the polar regions. At our Observation Lounge, we aim to create a fun and enjoyable atmosphere with great views and relaxing seating areas.

Complement your journey and step into the Polar Spa for an escape within your escape. Our destination-inspired treatments are unique, just like the places, we visit.

Even though you’re on vacation, you won’t want to skip this gym. In Albatros Fitness, you can stay in shape with weight machines and cardio equipment while connecting to the sea with floor-to-ceiling windows for a little motivation.

The Albatros Nordic Bar Lounge provides a bit of warm Nordic hospitality to the Antarctic. Offering a large choice of drinks, including wine tasting menus from Gerard Bertrand, this is the perfect place to relax after an unforgettable day and make new international friends.

The mudroom is utilised for passenger embarkation and disembarkation via our Zodiac boats. It is the place for guests to store their expedition gear, jackets, and boots and get set for their shore-landings.

Ocean Victory features two jacuzzis an infinity swimming pool and an outside bar on the upper deck, allowing spectacular views of the polar landscape outside in a relaxing environment.

Premium suite - 45 m2 – FS (Freydis Suite)

The largest of all the staterooms on board the Ocean Victory is the Premium Suite. This 2-bedroom suite features a double bed (or twin beds), a sofa bed, table and chair, a balcony and a spacious bathroom. Located on deck.4.

All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

Please note that the images of the cabins may differ from the actual cabins.

Junior suite - 39 m2

The 4 junior suites aboard Ocean Victory have a great view from their location high up on the ship on deck 7. The suites feature a double bed or twin beds, sofa bed, seating area, a spacious bathroom and a private balcony. The suite can accommodate up to 3 people.

Balcony Suite approximately - 25-32 m2

Ocean Victory has 6 Balcony Suites on board located on decks 4 & 6. The suites feature double or twin beds and a work desk, bathroom, and a large balcony. The balcony suites can host 2 people.

Balcony Stateroom - app. 18-22 m2

The most abundant type of Stateroom on Ocean Victory is located on decks 4 & 6. They have a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, a bathroom. Several of the Balcony Staterooms also include a seating area complete with a table and chair. Additionally, a select few of the Balcony Staterooms are equipped with a sofa that can serve as a bed for a third occupant.

If you prefer to book two staterooms with connecting doors, this is possible under this category upon request.

Albatros Stateroom (Porthole) - 13-22 m2

The State Rooms are perfect for those who wish a comfortable base during their stay onboard Ocean Victory. The standard State Rooms all have a double bed or 2 single beds and a bathroom. The State Rooms are located on deck 3 and 4. Please note that cabin layout and size may vary.

French Balcony Stateroom - 14 m2

The French Balcony Stateroom is a standard Stateroom with a French balcony, one queen-sized bed (150x200 cm), floor-to-ceiling windows, and a bathroom. All French Balcony Staterooms are located on Deck 7.

Triple Stateroom (Porthole) - 22 m2

There are two Triple Staterooms on board Ocean Victory featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms. Triple staterooms are normally with twin beds however a double bed can be accommodated while the third is a single bed.

Single Stateroom (Porthole) - 14 m2

The standard single State Rooms all have a double bed and a bathroom. The State Rooms are located on deck 3. Please note the cabin layout and size may vary. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

The largest of all the staterooms on board the Ocean Albatros is the Premium Suite. This 2-bedroom suite features a double bed (or twin beds), a sofa bed, table and chair, a balcony and a spacious bathroom. Located on deck.4. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

The 4 junior suites aboard Ocean Albatros have a great view from their location high up on the ship on deck 7. The suites feature a double bed or twin beds, sofa bed, seating area, a spacious bathroom and a private balcony. The suite can accommodate up to 3 people. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

Balcony Suite approximately - 30-32 m2

Ocean Albatros has 2 Balcony Suites on board located on deck 6. The suites feature double or twin beds and a work desk, bathroom, and a large balcony. The balcony suites can host 2 people. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

Grand Balcony Stateroom - app. 25-30 m2

The Grand Balcony Staterooms are located on deck 4. They have a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, and a bathroom. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

Superior Balcony Stateroom - app. 22-25 m2

The most abundant type of Stateroom on Ocean Albatros is located on decks 4 & 6. They have a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, a bathroom. The Superior Balcony Staterooms also include a seating area complete with a table and chair. Additionally, a select few of the Superior Balcony Staterooms are equipped with a sofa that can serve as a bed for a third occupant.

This type of Stateroom on Ocean Albatros is located on decks 4 & 6. They have a balcony, a double bed or two single beds, a bathroom. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

The standard State Rooms all have a double bed or 2 single beds and a bathroom. The State Rooms are located on deck 3 and 4. Please note the cabin layout and size may vary. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

The French Balcony Stateroom is a standard Stateroom with a French balcony, one queen-sized bed (150x200 cm), floor-to-ceiling windows, and a bathroom. All French Balcony Staterooms are located on Deck 7. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

There are two Triple Staterooms on board Ocean Albatros featuring portholes, all with private en-suites. Located on Deck 3, they're close to the mudroom and loading platforms. Triple staterooms are normally with twin beds however a double bed can be accommodated while the a third is a single bed. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included.

Standard single Stateroom onboard, located on deck 3. All stateroom types contain a safety box, television, refrigerator, several 230 W power and USB outlets—additionally, bathrobes, slippers, toiletries (body wash, lotion, shampoo) and a hairdryer are also included. The standard single State Rooms all have a double bed and a bathroom. The State Rooms are located on deck 3. Please note the cabin layout and size may vary.

BRIDGE Due to its important role as a control center for all nautical and technical processes, the ship's bridge is a vital, sensitive place. Therefore, the bridge may not be accessible to the public at all times. Conditions permitting, we will be happy to welcome you into the bridge for a visit. Guests must be accompanied by the expedition leader.

JACUZZIS The ship features two jacuzzis on the upper outside deck (deck 7), allowing spectacular views of the polar landscape outside in a relaxing environment.    Please note, that there is no lifeguard on duty, and the jacuzzis will not be accessible if weather and wind conditions render them unsafe to use. It is to be expected that the use of these facilities will be on certain calm days and within certain hours, so if you plan on using them, please confer with the expedition staff onboard. The jacuzzis (hot tubs) can normally be used much more frequently and whilst the ship is moving.

STATEROOM SERVICE Your stateroom is serviced daily. We provide a turn-down service. We provide meals to the room only for serious cases of guests being sick. Our suites will have VIP services.  

STATEROOM LAYOUT/DIMENSIONS Please note! The layout, illustration, and dimensions of the cabin categories shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the staterooms. The actual cabin layouts and sizes may vary.

ZODIAC LANDINGS One feature of our expedition cruises includes landings and excursions aboard Ocean Victory's fleet of 18 inflatable, motorized rubber "Zodiac" boats. The Zodiac brand has earned a well-deserved reputation as the sturdiest and safest small watercraft available. These boats have a low draft and great stability. Zodiacs are constructed for professional use and are outfitted with a top-quality outboard engine, yet their design minimally impacts the environment.

The Zodiacs are designed to provide unrestricted access to the world’s last great frontier. Their versatility enables us to make landfall on remote shores, cruise along awe-inspiring coastlines, and share breathtakingly close encounters with whales, seals, penguins, seabirds, and more. We will come within arm’s reach of icebergs and set foot on land discovered by pioneering explorers just over a century ago. Your safety and comfort are our #1 priority, and your expedition leader will carefully plan for as many Zodiac excursions as possible, dependent upon the local weather and prevailing conditions. In each case, the expedition leader makes the final decision if the landing is possible or not. Safety regulations apply on landings. All guests receive mandatory instructions on the safety guidelines. Life jackets are mandatory to wear.

Please note, that we highly recommend the use of waterproof bags in order to protect your personal camera or binoculars, as both hands must be free of everything during boarding. Participation is fairly easy and comfortable for able-bodied guests but can be more challenging for those with physical handicaps.

CRUISE CARD / PAYMENTS / CREDIT CARDS At the time of embarkation, you will receive your personal cruise card, which you should always have with you. This card is used on board as a payment instrument and identity card. All on-board purchases from the boutique, bar, internet, telephone, laundry, and the like are charged to your shipboard account.

To activate your personal onboard account, we accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. At the end of the voyage, your account will be settled by the payment methods mentioned above.

There is no currency exchange office onboard the vessel. Onboard payment will be completed by your cruise card. For stays ashore during the cruise, we recommend changing a minimal amount of the local currency in small bills, as most of the ports and airports have exchange offices. Alternatively, lots of shops and restaurants accept international credit cards. In bigger ports and cities, you have the possibility to withdraw cash from ATMs.

If you choose to leave a gratuity for the crew, the amount that you authorize will be charged to the shipboard account. Be sure to contact your credit card provider regarding the use of your credit cards overseas. Any questions regarding the bill can be addressed to the Reception.

GRATUITIES Following international standards in the service industry, it is customary to leave a gratuity for the ship’s crew at the end of the voyage. All gratuities will be divided among the crew. Typically, the recommended amount is approximately 13.50 USD per person per day. Gratuity is, of course, not required and any gratuity payments are voluntary. If you choose to leave a gratuity for the crew, the amount that you authorize will be charged to the shipboard account.

DRESS CODE The dress code on board is casual. Ties, jackets and evening dresses you may leave at home. It is rather more important to wear the right clothes in order to adapt to the different weather conditions. We recommend comfortable, breathable, waterproof, and windproof clothing. Also, you should have a pair of gloves, thermal underwear, and sturdy footwear in your luggage. For the captains and farewell cocktail, we recommend a smart casual dress style. For specific packing recommendations, refer to the specific itinerary of interest.

ENVIRONMENT As a tour operator for cruises in the Polar Regions, which are some of the world’s most pristine environments, we extremely emphasize environmental awareness as well as sustainability. One of our top priorities is to protect the environment and minimize our CO2 emissions. All waste will remain onboard the vessel until we return to shore and it's possible to dispose of waste. We ask that you show deep respect for the unique nature and act according to the motto: leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but memories.

INTERNET / PHONE Keep in mind, that we will be cruising in a very remote region of the world. Where accessible, internet access is available for an extra charge. Mobile phone reception may be possible in select regions along our route. For further details please contact your mobile phone operator. Prices can be found in the information folder in your stateroom. Please ensure that your ‘Data Roaming’ function is switched off.

LANGUAGE ONBOARD The official language aboard our vessels is English; however, our expedition leaders and crew are knowledgeable in a variety of languages. If there is a large group, who desires communication in their own language, we will make special arrangements to accommodate their needs.

PASSPORT / VISA Each guest is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the applicable passport and visa requirements for the duration of the trip. The passport is the only valid proof of identity for all trips with the Ocean Victory. Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months after arriving home from your destination. Although some countries may require shorter periods, we implement this 6-month prerequisite to avoid situations where a country’s validity requirements may be amended between the time of your booking and departure. The name in your passport must be identical to the name in all travel documentation. Costs incurred due to insufficient travel documents are the responsibility of the passenger. Please note that passports will be collected for clearing formalities at the beginning of the voyage. The passports will be kept safely by the Purser during the whole voyage and will be handed out on the last day. We, therefore, recommend preparing copies of all documents before you start your travels.

RECEPTION The daily office hours of the board reception are from 06:00 until 23:00.

ALBATROS OCEAN BOUTIQUE The selection of items available for purchase varies by ship and may include a range of warm and practical clothing, as well as souvenirs, local arts, and postcards at reasonable prices. A small selection of soap, toothpaste, and other sundries are also sold.

AVAILABLE SEATING SPACE Shackleton Lecture Room: 185 Nordic Lounge: 50 Beagle Restaurant: 166 Beagle Specialty Restaurant: 40 Observation Lounge: 67 Panorama Specialty Restaurant: 46

HEALTH / MEDICAL EMERGENCY Each of our vessels has a small medical facility equipped with the necessary equipment and medicine to handle small emergencies. The infirmary is always staffed by a professionally licensed, English-speaking physician. Should a serious incident occur, the nearest hospital will be contacted. All guests must have personal travel/health insurance. Although we do not have an official requirement regarding personal fitness, you should be able to move on board and ashore without the help of others.  Due to safety reasons, a cruise is only possible for pregnant women until the 24th week of pregnancy. The state of pregnancy must be presented by a medical certificate.

SAFETY / SECURITY ON BOARD Our ships comply with all safety regulations and are ice-class vessels suitable for sailing in polar environments. Upon arrival on the vessel, there will be a mandatory passenger briefing and safety drill before departure. We will provide security information and practical details regarding life onboard and introduce key personnel. You will be informed where the safety equipment is located and how it is used. Each stateroom is equipped with lifejackets. Once onboard, please familiarize yourself with the ship's emergency rescue plan.

PHYSICAL DISABILITIES / WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY The Ocean Victory has two cabins available to guests requiring wheelchair access. Guests needing any form of assistance, and those who are physically disabled must be accompanied by someone who will take full responsibility for any needed assistance during the cruise and in the event of an emergency. Moreover, guests requiring a wheelchair must provide their own collapsible wheelchair. Please be aware that some ports of call, shore excursions, docks, gangways, and other requirements may preclude a wheelchair-bound guest from leaving the vessel; that decision will be made by the Expedition Leader or ship’s captain and is binding.

SEASICKNESS / STABILISATORS The ship is equipped with stabilizers in order to reduce the ship’s roll. However, these expeditions are hosted in remote regions, and it is possible to periodically encounter changing environments and climate patterns, including rough seas and large swells. Seasickness medication work solely or in part to help cure nausea for most people. These medicines can cause sleepiness. If you are prone to motion sickness, consult with your doctor prior to departure to help ensure your comfort while travelling.

SMOKING For safety reasons and to protect the health of our guests and employees, smoking is only allowed in designated areas on the outside decks. Smoking is not permitted inside the vessel, in the stateroom or near the Zodiacs. Please remember to respect our natural environments and dispose of cigarette butts in designated bins.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS All meals on board the vessel is chef-prepared. If you have special dietary requirements (food allergies, intolerances, health conditions or religious preferences), please inform us as early as possible - ideally, no later than 2 weeks before departure. In order to ensure efficient service, please re-confirm your requirements with the crew upon boarding the ship.

ELECTRICAL OUTLETS The ship has a 220v / 50 Hz cycle system. Please check your appliances before use. 110-volt appliances require an adapter prior to use aboard the ship. The electrical outlets on board Ocean Victory are the so called ‘F-type sockets’, round 2-pin, 220-240 V, grounded, used in continental Europe and Russia. They take C, E, and F-type 2-pin plugs.

WATER There are several water stations onboard Ocean Victory. Normally, water is not rationed, but we do advise our guests to pay attention to their water consumption.

LAUNDRY If you wish to have some laundry done while aboard the ship, laundry service is available for an additional fee.

ONBOARD BRIEFINGS The Expedition Leader will conduct regularly scheduled briefings to highlight key points in the itinerary, organize excursions and communicate important information.

CHILDREN Due to safety precautions, children under 12 years of age will be taken into consideration on each landing. It is entirely at the Expedition Leader’s discretion to permit children on excursions and shore landings.

ITINERARY & PROGRAM CHANGES As this is an expedition cruise to the world’s most remote region, we are at the mercy of Mother Nature. We have planned itineraries for each tour package, but to ensure to safety of our guests and crew, we may be forced to change the route.

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Muslim spirit and the Soviet legacy: Walking around Ufa, the capital of Bashkortostan

Thinking about how best to spend a long weekend, I knew I wanted to get out of Moscow but was having trouble deciding which city to visit. In a country as big as Russia, you’re spoiled for choice. On the spur of the moment, the day before leaving, I decided to travel to Ufa (1,165km southeast of Moscow and south of the Urals), the capital city of the Republic of Bashkortostan.

Despite being a relatively large city with a population of almost 1.1 million, few people know much about Ufa since it is rarely mentioned in the Russian media. The region is predominantly Muslim, and it is the cultural and historical center of the Bashkirs, the fourth largest ethnic group in Russia after Russians, Ukrainians and Tatars.

A journey full of color

Not long after I settled into my sleeper train compartment, I met an energetic 50-year old woman named Maria. She was a bubbly woman with bright eyes and a lively spirit. The moment she found out I was French and unmarried, she made sure the entire carriage learned about this too. She tried to play matchmaker and introduce me to a young lady sitting nearby, claiming if only she’d been younger...

Maria plans to retire in a few months and leave Moscow to live with her family in Chelyabinsk, a city that is currently most famous for a recent meteor explosion.

Taking a break at Samara station

In the morning, the train made a short stop in Samara, and Maria took this opportunity to buy some dried fish wrapped in a newspaper on the platform. Some say this tradition is dying out, but I’m not so sure.

While I was having lunch with Maria, a 10-year old girl and her mother came up to us, intrigued by the presence of a Frenchman on the train. Despite being so young, Yulia has a busy schedule that includes chess classes, singing competitions and participating in an international camp in Crimea (Artek). She even has photographs of herself sitting next to Vladimir Putin at the camp. She dreams of visiting France someday. She asked for my autograph on the inside cover of a book that contained the thesis of her sociological study. I signed it next to the signatures of army officers and various famous Russians.

From the train window the landscape is somewhat dull, but very peaceful.

We all admired the beauty of the Urals. Along the way, we gazed at the picturesque towns and surrounding mountains, lit up here and there by bright gas flares. After traveling for 22 hours, it was time for us to part ways. I was finally in Ufa!

Contrasts of Bashkir identity

The next day I traveled south to see one of the city’s main monuments, the statue of Salawat Yulayev, a Bashkir national hero and poet of the second half of the 18 th century, who took part in the Peasants’ War (also known as Pugachev’s Rebellion ) from 1773 to 1775. His name is everywhere: on license plates and all sorts of buildings. The city’s hockey club is even named after him.

The street names written both in Russian and Bashkir

Along the way, I noticed that everything on the streets, from shop signs to the list of bus stops, as well as the street names, was written in two languages: Russian and Bashkir. I asked an elderly woman passing by if many people speak Bashkir. While she is fluent in the local language, she informed me that regrettably not many people in the city speak this language.

Just a short walk from the city center and I’m in the heart of the countryside.

I arrived at the edge of one of the hills of Ufa. A dozen small wooden houses, haphazardly built between bushes and dirt tracks, separated me from the Belaya River down below. Just as I was about to venture off into this unknown landscape, an 80-year old woman, holding a bucket in one hand, approached me.

Tyotya Lyuda, or Aunt Lyuda (the diminutive of Lyudmila), as she calls herself, seemed surprised to see me on this steep and muddy track with a camera in one hand. After we got acquainted with each other, she invited me back to her house to admire the view from her back garden. It was absolutely breathtaking. Her house overlooked a stream and the horizon, which was adorned with hundreds of colorful houses. The view must be twice as spectacular in summer, when the landscape is covered with greenery.

Tyotya Lyuda showing me around

During our short conversation, the old lady reassured me that many people still speak Bashkir in the region. I left her house and headed in the opposite direction towards the hill, where the statue of Salawat Yulayev riding his fiery steed awaited me.

The giant horseman on the hill is Salawat Yulayev, Bashkir national hero (and the title of hockey club)

I found myself in a huge, newly built square that was surrounded by modern buildings. There was a permanent exhibition devoted to local culture in one of the yurts nearby, where an indigenous representative showed me their national attire, tools, utensils and weapons that were traditionally used by nomads in the area.

Park 'Vatan', Hilton hotel on the background

A diverse territory

I stopped for a few moments at this point, looked around and noticed the glaringly obvious tension between the traditional yurts, the immaculate modern buildings and the small wooden houses scattered around and, unfortunately, surrounded by a lot of waste. Russia is a country of contrasts, and Bashkortostan is no exception.  

View from the hill where the legendary statue of Salavat Yulayev stands.

I climbed to the top of another hill and discovered a well-maintained wooded park. At the end of this park, I found the impressive statue of Salawat Yulayev, looming over this republic that is ¼ the size of France.

Salavat Yulayev and a man in the national Bashkir headwear

The view here was spectacular, and there was an accordionist playing songs that resonated far and wide.

The landscape is breathtakingly beautiful

While eavesdropping on various conversations around me, I noticed that around half of the discussions were in Bashkir, which confirmed to me that the language was not, in fact, dying out. As a Breton, the issue of language extinction is of particular concern to me.

Salawat Yulayev park

While wandering around the streets, I came upon the Bashkir State Academic Drama Theater and the Alexander Matrosov Gardens, which contained several Soviet monuments. I walked along the “ArtTerria” alley, which is adorned with a dozen modern sculptures made by artists from around the world.

The ArtTerria sculpture alley.

Caught between military equipment and mosques

The next day, I visited Yakutov Park and then headed north on foot. The city is huge with mains roads that sometimes have up to six lanes. I walked along one nerve-racking road that was lined with eclectic buildings: residential blocks rising up from the ground, 100-year old wooden huts with finely crafted window frames, strange looking Soviet-style buildings as well as enormous, multicolor shopping centers...

The buildings display an impressive architectural diversity

After walking nearly 7 km, I reached my first stop: a souvenir shop which was recommended to me the day before. You can find there all sorts of local products here. My eye fell on two items: a kobyz , which is a Bashkir version of the Jew’s harp, and a flag of Bashkortostan because I usually buy a flag in every place I visit.

Satisfied with my purchases, I headed towards Victory Park. I got off two stops before my destination in order to enjoy a long walk surrounded by pine trees and tall buildings. The atmosphere was lively and festive. Some children were playing near a fountain, while others were riding on scooters and hover boards or bouncing balls and blowing soap bubbles. There was a market on the other end of the square, right in front of the majestic Ufa State Petroleum Technological University. I went up to a stand selling tea and sweets, simply unable to resist the intoxicating scent of fresh food!

These two enormous buildings caught my attention so much I had to step out of the vehicle to explore more

I continued onward, passing an impressive block of flats in a working-class neighborhood that dates back to the previous century. It felt like I’d traveled back in time to another era. Little has changed in this area since Soviet times. I took the opportunity to stop off at a small grocery store and bought some bekkens (small pastries typically found in Tatarstan and Bashkortostan) stuffed with potato and fennel.

Eventually I arrived at Victory Park, and it suddenly dawned on me why the park bears this name. It is filled all over with military-themed objects: monuments in honor of victims and soldiers, actual tanks, howitzers and other military equipment.

Monuments dedicated to the glory of the Soviet army

Children enjoy the vast green spaces. Generally speaking, I noticed that there are a lot of young children in this city compared to other Russian cities I have visited. It therefore comes as no surprise to discover that in 2017, out of Russia’s 85 federal subjects, Bashkortostan had the 16 th highest birth rate. Young toddlers in particular enjoy climbing inside tanks and standing on top of them.

The majestic Lala Tulpan mosque

But I didn’t come here to admire deadly weapons. I traveled across the city to see a unique building that’s just a short walk away from the park: the Lala Tulpan mosque, a Bashkir religious center. The name of the mosque refers to the tulip, a symbol of the Turkish people, and the two 53-meter-tall minarets on top were designed in the shape of flowers in full blossom.

A culinary, spiritual and intellectual feast

The Tukayev Mosque

On my final day in Ufa, I decided to visit another famous site of worship: the Tukayev mosque. Built in 1830, it was the first mosque in the city and, up until the 1920s, served as Russia’s Islamic center. It consists of a large complex of various buildings, surrounded by an enclosure with richly decorated gates and walls. While I was in the mosque, a wedding happened to be taking place there, and the young newlyweds later posed for photos in the main courtyard of the architectural complex.

The “Seven Girls” fountain

I then headed toward the city center, where I discovered the beautiful “Seven Girls” fountain, which pays tribute to a Bashkir epic that tells the story of seven young girls who were kidnapped by bandits. Choosing death over slavery, they decided to drown themselves in a lake. Afterwards, it is said that seven new stars appeared in the night sky.

Nearby, you’ll find the colorful Verkhnetorgovskaya Square, which has buildings that are relatively new but still charming. It’s definitely a trendy part of town, with a number of shops and restaurants dotted about. I stocked up on almonds and walnuts from a Tajik vendor at a very reasonable price, which reminded me that Central Asia isn’t far from here. Then I crossed the square and walked over to Sattvik, a vegetarian restaurant. 

Fully restored, Verkhnetorgovskaya Square is a warm and friendly place located at the heart of the city center

At this point, I only had a few hours left before my return flight, so I abandoned the idea of visiting the botanical garden and instead headed towards the National Museum of the Republic of Bashkortostan, which is two streets away and one of the oldest museums in Russia (it opened in 1864). Visitors can learn about local customs, history and geology through art and nature there.

A model of a wooden kremlin once stood on the hill where the statue of Salawat Yulayev now holds court

The museum was simply fascinating and contained an incredibly rich collection that has been perfectly preserved. I even learned that a wooden kremlin once stood on top of one of the hills in the city and that millions of years ago Bashkortostan was submerged under water. Today, some regions of high ground are actually made up of ancient coral reefs.

Unfortunately, I was running out of time. An employee at the museum advised me to abandon the rooms dedicated to the Soviet period and to visit the rooms dedicated to traditional Bashkir costumes and items.

After going back to the hostel and packing my bags, I hopped on a marshrutka and headed towards the airport. An old lady asked me the time at the bus stop and then shouted goodbye, warmly wishing me good luck. I took one last look at the city’s wide streets through the bus window. I even spotted the Ar-Rahim mosque, a sublime pharaonic mosque that is being built. Once it is completed, it will be one of the most impressive mosques in Russia.

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33 Facts About Ufa

Written by Willow Haas

Modified & Updated: 10 Sep 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Welcome to Ufa, the vibrant capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan in Russia! As one of the largest cities in the country, Ufa is a cultural, economic, and educational hub nestled in the picturesque landscapes of the Ural Mountains. With its rich history dating back to the 11th century, Ufa has grown into a dynamic metropolis with a unique blend of Russian, Tatar, and Bashkir cultures.

In this article, we will take you on a journey to discover 33 fascinating facts about Ufa. From its famous landmarks and cultural heritage to its diverse cuisine and renowned festivals, get ready to explore the hidden gems of this thriving city. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, nature lover, or simply curious about different cultures , Ufa has something to offer for everyone.

Key Takeaways:

• Ufa, the vibrant capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan, offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, with stunning architecture, rich history, and a diverse cultural scene.
• With its strategic location, Ufa serves as a crucial transportation hub connecting Europe and Asia, welcoming visitors with warm hospitality, vibrant cultural events, and a rich literary heritage .

Ufa is the largest city in the Republic of Bashkortostan.

Situated on the eastern slopes of the Ural Mountains, Ufa covers an area of over 707 square kilometers.

The city is located at the confluence of the Belaya and Ufa rivers.

This strategic location has made Ufa an important center for trade and transportation throughout history.

Ufa was founded in 1574 as a fortress.

The construction of the fortress played a key role in the territorial expansion of the Russian Empire.

Ufa became the capital of the Bashkir Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic in 1919.

This marked the beginning of Ufa’s transformation into a major political, cultural, and industrial hub.

The city’s name, Ufa, is derived from the Turkic word for “small hill.”

This name reflects the city’s unique topography .

Ufa is often referred to as the “Gateway to Eurasia.”

Its strategic location has made it a crucial transportation hub connecting Europe and Asia.

The population of Ufa is approximately 1.2 million people.

This makes it the eleventh most populous city in Russia .

Ufa is a melting pot of different cultures and ethnicities.

The city is home to a diverse population, including Bashkirs, Tatars, Russians, and many other ethnic groups.

The Bashkir State University, founded in 1909, is one of the oldest educational institutions in Ufa.

It is renowned for its contributions to science, literature, and culture.

Ufa is known for its stunning architecture.

The city boasts a blend of architectural styles, including Russian, Tatar , and European influences.

The Ufa State Petroleum Technological University is one of the leading institutions of its kind in Russia.

It offers specialized programs in oil and gas engineering, geology, and chemistry.

Ufa is a major center for the oil and gas industry.

The city is surrounded by oil fields and refineries, contributing to Russia’s energy production.

Ufa is home to the Salavat Yulaev Monument, one of the tallest equestrian statues in the world.

This iconic landmark pays tribute to Salavat Yulaev, a national hero and symbol of Bashkortostan.

The National Museum of the Republic of Bashkortostan is located in Ufa.

It houses a vast collection of artifacts showcasing the rich history and cultural heritage of the region.

The famous Friendship Monument stands at the intersection of seven streets in Ufa.

It symbolizes the harmony and unity among different ethnic groups residing in the city.

Ufa is known for its vibrant cultural scene.

The city hosts numerous cultural events, including theater performances, music festivals, and art exhibitions.

Ufa has a continental climate.

Summers are generally warm, while winters can be quite cold with snowfall.

The Ufa International Airport serves as a major gateway to the city.

It offers domestic and international flights , connecting Ufa with various destinations worldwide.

Ufa has a well-developed public transportation system.

Visitors can easily explore the city using buses, trams, and trolleybuses.

The Ufa Arena is a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment complex.

It hosts various sporting events, concerts, and exhibitions.

Ufa is famous for its traditional cuisine.

Visitors can indulge in local delicacies such as pelmeni, belyashi, and chak-chak.

Ufa is home to several beautiful parks and green spaces.

People can enjoy leisurely walks and outdoor activities in parks like Victory Park and Friendship Park.

The Ufa River Port offers boat tours along the picturesque Belaya River.

These tours allow visitors to admire the city’s stunning waterfront views.

The Qurman Mosque is one of the oldest mosques in Ufa.

It is a significant religious and architectural landmark in the city.

Ufa has a rich literary heritage.

The city has produced many renowned writers, poets, and playwrights.

Ufa is a center for higher education, with numerous universities and colleges.

Students from all over Russia and beyond come to Ufa to pursue their academic aspirations.

Ufa is home to the Bashkir State Philharmonic.

This prestigious institution hosts classical music concerts , opera performances, and ballet shows.

Ufa has a vibrant nightlife scene.

There are plenty of bars, clubs, and entertainment venues for those looking to unwind after a long day.

Ufa is a city that values its traditions and customs.

Visitors can witness and participate in various cultural events and celebrations throughout the year.

The Ufa State Aviation Technical University is one of the leading aviation engineering schools in Russia.

It offers a wide range of programs in aerospace technology and aviation management.

Ufa is a city with a strong sports culture.

It has produced many talented athletes who have excelled in various sports, including ice hockey and wrestling.

Ufa is surrounded by scenic natural landscapes.

The nearby Ural Mountains and national parks offer opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.

Ufa is a city that welcomes visitors with its warm hospitality.

Whether you’re exploring its historical sites, enjoying its cultural offerings, or indulging in its delectable cuisine, Ufa promises an unforgettable experience.

So, why wait? Plan your trip to Ufa and immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of this remarkable city!

Ufa, the capital city of the Republic of Bashkortostan in Russia, is a truly fascinating destination that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. With a rich heritage dating back centuries, Ufa boasts numerous landmarks, museums, and architectural marvels that showcase its historical significance.From the magnificent Ufa State Petroleum Technical University to the enchanting Ufa Drama Theater, the city offers a variety of cultural and educational experiences. Nature lovers will be thrilled by the surrounding landscapes, including the picturesque Belaya River and the breathtaking Ural Mountains.Whether you’re exploring the vibrant city center with its bustling markets and lively cafes or venturing out to the nearby national parks and reserves, Ufa’s charm is sure to captivate you. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Ufa and discover its hidden treasures for yourself.

1. What is the population of Ufa? Ufa has a population of approximately 1.1 million people.

2. What is the best time to visit Ufa? The best time to visit Ufa is during the summer months from June to August when the weather is pleasant and outdoor activities are abundant.

3. How can I get to Ufa? Ufa has an international airport, which is well-connected to major cities in Russia and abroad. You can also reach Ufa by train or bus from other Russian cities.

4. Are there any famous museums in Ufa? Yes, Ufa is home to several notable museums, including the Bashkir State Art Museum, the National Museum of the Republic of Bashkortostan, and the Museum of Archeology and Ethnography.

5. What outdoor activities can I do in Ufa? Ufa offers a range of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Ural Mountains, rafting on the Belaya River, and exploring the scenic Ilmensky State Reserve.

6. Is Ufa a safe city for tourists? Ufa is generally considered a safe city for tourists. However, as with any travel destination, it’s always important to exercise caution and be aware of your surroundings.

7. What are some traditional dishes to try in Ufa? Some traditional dishes to try in Ufa include echpochmak (meat and potato pie), kystyby (stuffed pancakes ), and shulbuk (a traditional Bashkir soup).

8. Are there any historical landmarks in Ufa? Yes, Ufa is home to several historical landmarks, including the Ufa State Opera and Ballet Theatre, the Victory Park Memorial Complex, and the Salavat Yulaev Monument.

9. Can I visit Ufa on a day trip? While Ufa has plenty to offer, it is best to plan for at least a couple of days to truly explore and appreciate the city and its surroundings.

10. Are there any festivals or events held in Ufa? Yes, Ufa hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the Ufa Summer Campus Festival, the Bashkortostan Crafts Festival, and the Ufa Jazz Festival.

Ufa's rich history, stunning architecture, and diverse culture make this city a captivating destination. Visitors can explore its vibrant streets, savor traditional Bashkir cuisine, and immerse themselves in the city's warm hospitality. For football enthusiasts, delving into the intriguing facts about FC Ufa offers a glimpse into the city's sporting passion. Those curious about the world of motorsports can uncover the fascinating story of Daniil Kvyat , a talented driver hailing from Ufa. Whether you're a history buff, a sports fan, or simply seeking to experience the essence of this enchanting city, Ufa promises an unforgettable journey.

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