SunStone Maritime Group is the Danish parent company for the SunStone Group of companies. Founded in 1990, SunStone was originally a passenger ferry and large cruise ship owning and management company. In 2003, SunStone switched its focus towards the expedition cruise segment and, since 2012, has exclusively been a tonnage provider to the expedition cruise market.
Our real-world experience and expertise, gained in the world's most demanding destinations, enable charterers to create unique vessels and experiences tailored to their guests’ exacting needs. From building the vessels to delivering bespoke interiors, we are redefining the future of expedition cruising. As people’s desire for adventure and exploration increases, we are here to enable our customers to make those dreams a reality. We combine a spirit of adventure with our legacy of innovation to drive us forward and constantly redefine the future of expedition cruising. Our Scandinavian origins guide our commitment to ensuring safe and responsible access to the world's most unique environments. In doing so, we lay the foundation for a deeper understanding of the earth's truly wild places for generations to come.
Copenhagen - Denmark
SunStone Maritime Group is the Danish parent company of the Group. Founded in 1990, SunStone was originally a passenger ferry and large cruise ship owning management company. In 2003, SunStone switched its focus towards the expedition cruise industry and, since 2012, has exclusively been a tonnage provider to the expedition cruise market.
Funchal, Madeira - Portugal
SunStone Holdings was founded in 2021 in Funchal, in the Portuguese island of Madeira. As the vessels of SunStone Maritime Group transfer to Madeira, SunStone Holdings oversees commercial and strategic management of the vessels. The companies in Madeira currently employ 24 people and is continuously expanding.
Miami, Florida - United States
The company's history in Miami, Florida, in the United States goes back to 1990, with the former management company, International Shipping Partners. In connection with the sale of ISP in 2012, SunStone Ships was formed to retain the commercial management, vessel ownership, and newbuilding projects from ISP. Today, SunStone Ships is responsible for the commercial and administrative management of the Bahamian flagged vessels of SunStone Maritime Group.
Funchal, Madeira - Portugal
SunStone Ship Management facilitates the technical management of any SunStone vessels managed in-house, and is the liaison to third-party technical and hotel managers of the SunStone fleet. Additionally, SunStone Ship Management is overseeing the construction of the SunStone newbuilds.
SunStone Maritime Group A/S
CEO & founder
With more than 50 years in passenger ships, Niels-Erik is the founder of SunStone and has since the beginning been CEO of the SunStone group of companies.
SunStone Maritime Group A/S
Chief Financial Officer
Ulrik is responsible for accounting, reporting, cash management, and audit related matters across the SunStone Group of companies.
SunStone Ships, Inc.
Chief Operating Officer
In addition to being Chief Operating Officer of the SunStone Group, Christian also serves as the President of the SunStone Miami office.
SunStone Maritime Group A/S
Chief Commercial Officer
Carsten is responsible for current and future client relations as well as PR and Marketing.
SunStone Maritime Group A/S
Chief Development Officer
With a background in corporate finance and several decades of experience in the maritime industry, Nikolai oversees all aspects of the newbuild projects for SunStone.
SunStone Holdings SA.
Managing Director
In addition to being president of SunStone Holdings, Peter is responsible for strategic, commercial, and administrative matters of all Madeira ship-owning entities.
SunStone Ship Management
Managing Director
Jens is a former captain and heads the technical management of the vessels managed in-house
Project Boundless
Managing Director
As a former captain, Rodolfo formed part of the original leadership on the Infinity Project and is now heading the Boundless Class newbuild project.
Project Infinity
Managing Director
John, also a former captain, likewise was part of the original leadership of the Infinity Project and continues to lead the Infinity newbuild supervision in China.
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