OceanSky Cruises

☁️ Thanks BBC for the mention and the chat Laura Hall 💬 ”Ocean Sky Cruises are taking things one step further. The pioneering ultra-luxury airship-airline is offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences on a trip from Svalbard to the North Pole, making the most of the fact that an airship can land on ice and does not need an airstrip or an airport. The journey is expected to take two days and will be conducted at the height of luxury in an airship gondola decked out with panoramic windows, fine dining areas and opulent cabins containing eco-luxury beds that take in the views of the icebergs as you go.”

“On an airship, you feel free. It’s not like being crammed into a seat for hours; you can move, relax, and truly enjoy the journey. Large windows bring the outside world closer, and the slow, deliberate pace allows passengers to savor every moment. It’s not about getting somewhere—it’s about the extraordinary experience of traveling itself.” At OceanSky Cruises, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We are pioneering a new era of sustainable air travel, and this vision comes to life through the meticulous work of our entire team. Today, we want to highlight the incredible journey of designing the OceanSky experience—a journey driven by creativity, purpose, and collaboration. Our Head of Design, Massimiliano "Max" Pinucci, plays a central role in shaping the look and feel of the next generation of travel. At OceanSky Cruises, we’re not just rethinking how we travel—we’re designing the future of it. A future that moves with the sky, guided by sustainable principles and bold ideas. Read more about how our team is shaping the experience of future airship travel here: https://lnkd.in/dhyVDZUN (...also we are still waiting for an airship emoji! Very much needed.) #Innovation #SustainableTravel #DesignExcellence #FutureOfTravel #OceanSkyCruises #AirshipTravel

🌎 It's another #ThrowbackThursday -> this time, we're going back to 1931 and the historic Arctic expedition of the Graf Zeppelin. ❄️ In 1931, the Graf Zeppelin embarked on a groundbreaking journey over the Arctic, becoming the first airship to map this uncharted and unforgiving region from above. ❄️This scientific expedition, led by famed explorer Hugo Eckener, carried a team of scientists from Germany, the United States, the Soviet Union, and Sweden. The expedition covered more than 13.000 km and provided invaluable data on one of Earth's most remote frontiers. ❄️ The airship's remarkable size, stability, and payload capacity made it uniquely suited for carrying and operating heavy scientific instruments with a level of precision that airplanes simply couldn’t match. This capability allowed researchers to gather data that transformed our understanding of the Arctic. #AirshipHeritage #OceanSkyCruises #AirshipTravel #Sustainabletravel

The OceanSky Cruises' team take part in several events these days! Recently our Head of Design Massimiliano "Max" Pinucci ran a much appreciated event on 'design research and innovation' at the Museo Piaggio (the Vespa museum). 🎬 Take a look at the video below!

💡Once a niche in aviation, airships are about to make a strong comeback Historically used for passenger travel and reconnaissance, these versatile are now key players in the future of commercial, defense, and research sectors. Key drivers of this resurgence include the growing demand for: 🌱 The increased demand for sustainable transportation 👀 Cost-effective surveillance solutions 📈 The growing need for innovative solutions in both cargo transportation & tourism With the market projected to soar from $0.06B in 2023 to $0.25B by 2032 at a CAGR of 16.59%, the future of airships looks bright indeed (stats referred to in this report come from: https://lnkd.in/dGvHk9W8)

🌎 It's a heavy throwback Thursday -> back to 1929 and Graf Zeppelin's flight around the world 🌥️ In 1929, the Graf Zeppelin etched its name in history with the first flight around the world, covering more than 20,000 miles in just 21 days. This extraordinary journey took it from Lakehurst to Friedrichshafen, Friedrichshafen to Tokyo, Tokyo to Los Angeles, Los Angeles to Lakehurst, and then Lakehurt to Friedrichshafen again. 🌥️ At every stop, thousands gathered to witness the arrival of this majestic airship—a true marvel of its time and a testament to human ingenuity and technological progress. The Graf Zeppelin was more than a mode of transportation; it was a symbol of possibility, inspiring awe and wonder on a global scale. 🌥️ At OceanSky Cruises, we are proud to carry forward this pioneering spirit of airship travel, reimagining it for a new era of exploration, luxury, and sustainable travel. #AirshipLegacy #AviationHistory #OceanSkyCruises #airship #sustainabletravel (📸 picture borrowed from Wikipedia)

🧭 “The Journey is the Reward: Hospitality design in the new golden age of travel”, featuring our Head of Design Massimiliano "Max" Pinucci in the panel talks. How can hospitality create concepts that extend the experience beyond four walls? What does a new golden age of travel mean for the next generation of rail, cruise and aviation designs? On the 28th of Nov, Massimiliano "Max" Pinucci will be speaking at the HIX Event about the next-generation airships passenger cabins design - don’t miss! #aircraftdesign #airshipsdesign #goldenageofaviation #interiordesign #aircraftinteriors #aviationdesign #aviationhistory #airshipshistory

🛎️ At OceanSky Cruises, we are honored to collaborate with one of the world’s leading hospitality schools, Les Roches , with campuses in ie Switzerland and Marbella. Our Head of Marketing, Gonzalo Gimeno, has been a guest lecturer at Les Roches for the past four years, sharing his expertise during their prestigious Luxury Week — a unique event where executives from the world’s top luxury brands, such as Louis Vuitton and Porsche, provide insights into the luxury market. As a seasoned leader in ultra-luxury experiential travel through his roles at OceanSky Cruises and Elefant Travel, Gonzalo shares firsthand knowledge on delivering exceptional service and crafting unforgettable travel experiences. Through a special partnership with Les Roches, OceanSky Cruises is defining a new era in luxury hospitality. Together, we are developing groundbreaking onboard protocols for our airships, from housekeeping to culinary service, client experience, and staff training. This collaboration sets the stage for a new travel category within the luxury industry, where innovation and the highest standards come together to redefine excellence. We’re thrilled to work with Les Roches to inspire and prepare the next generation of luxury travel professionals. Imagine what we can - and will! - accomplish together in airship luxury hospitality! Exciting times ahead! Waschbusch Paola & Antonio Gomez Velasco #OceanSkyCruises #LesRoches #LuxuryTravel #HospitalityInnovation

🌟 Huge thanks to everyone involved in making the Airship Association International Conference a huge success! We were amazed by the panel talks, presentations - and very much enjoyed having our CEO & Founder Carl-Oscar Lawaczeck & Head of Design Massimiliano "Max" Pinucci on stage. And we are still over the 🌙 about the exciting news from LTA, announced just before the conference…the airship industry is making big progress! Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen MBVision LTA Research The Airship Association

🇧🇬Did you know that Yambol, Bulgaria, was the site of an aviation record that lasted for 40 years? It was from here that the Zeppelin L59 flew non-stop almost all the way to Khartoum, Sudan and back (96 hours, 6,800km), a record that lasted for forty years. This and much, much more, is now part of the “The world of airships” exhibition in Yambol, Bulgaria. Curated and produced by our Head of Design Massimiliano "Max" Pinucci & MBVision.