HX unveils new-look Spitsbergen following multimillion-euro refurb
HX has completed a multimillion-euro refurbishment of MS Spitsbergen, unveiling updated spaces and a refreshed exterior in the line’s updated indigo blue and sand liveryÂ
The overhaul is part of a €7 million investment across Spitsbergen and sister ship MS Fram, aimed at enhancing comfort, accessibility, and operational efficiency across the fleet.
The 220-guest vessel has since resumed service for its summer Arctic season, sailing in and around Svalbard before continuing east for winter, when HX will return to Norway.
From January through March, Spitsbergen will operate all-inclusive sailings above the Arctic Circle with the launch of HX’s new seven-day Ultimate Norway – Arctic Expedition under the Northern Lights expedition.
The refurbished vessel now features Brygga Bistro, a new brasserie-style dining concept located on Deck 5. It serves snacks and light meals during three daily windows: mid-morning, afternoon, and late evening.
“By offering a seamless, high-quality alternative to traditional dining hours, Brygga enhances the onboard atmosphere – bringing comfort and accessibility to guests in a way that feels natural and refined,” said Stefan Engl, vice president of hotel operations at HX.
The ship’s newly built Science Centre, located on Deck 6, features interactive screens, a lecture space, a small library, and dedicated workstations for citizen science.
The Explorer Lounge & Bar, meanwhile, has received a refreshed interior and updated seating, with the adjoining Explorer Bar now serving HX’s new Signature Cocktail Range, a collection of 14 drinks inspired by the company’s pole-to-pole itineraries.
