Australian-owned Aurora Expeditions has welcomed cruise industry veteran, Steve McLaughlin, as its new Director of Sales Asia-Pacific. McLaughlin’s travel industry career spans over 30 years and includes brands such as Cunard, Ponant, Lindblad Expeditions, Orion and Oceania Cruises.
“I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to join the Aurora Expeditions team. Travel is my absolute passion, especially expedition cruising,” Steve says.
“I was attracted to Aurora Expeditions as a home-grown Australian business that has an exciting future with the upcoming delivery of its second purpose-built ship, the Sylvia Earle, and outstanding new voyages scheduled in 2022. I cannot wait to work closely with Aurora Expeditions’ loyal trade partners on our new expedition itineraries and remote destinations.”
He commenced his new role on 7 December 2020, based in the Sydney office.
“Steve’s global sales connections, industry knowledge and customer service skills are exceptional. “I am thrilled to be working with Steve again as our new Director of Sales – APAC, and that he has returned to his true passion of expedition cruising to join us,” says CEO Monique Ponfoort.
“Steve’s impressive and extensive sales experience ensures he will bring a wide range of perspectives and know-how to our business. He is a true veteran of the trade, and I really look forward to working alongside him as the company continues to grow,.
“We would like to congratulate Di Schinella as she moves on to an exciting new role outside of the industry, and we thank her for her incredible dedication over the last 3.5 years, creating long lasting relationships with our trade partners.”
IMAGE: Steven McLaughlin, Director of Sales Asia-Pacific, Aurora Expeditions
