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SH Minerva earned the DCA ESG Certification from Dream&Charme, an internationally accredited certification body specialising in hospitality.
Dream&Charme is accredited against ISO/IEC 17065 by Accredia under the supervision of the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy.
The certification recognises both the line's and the vessel's dedication to environmental, social and governance excellence.
The audit took place during the Hiroshima to Otaru cruise in Japan from May 20–30. It was conducted onboard SH Minerva by Giorgio Caire di Lauzet, CEO of Dream&Charme and lead auditor with over 3,000 audits completed in 25 countries. It provided an independent assessment of the ship's ESG performance, covering operational practices, supply chain, crew welfare and shore excursion experiences.
Dream&Charme has issued over 1,400 sustainability certifications across 19 countries.
"In today's experiential luxury landscape, discerning international travellers expect a clear alignment between corporate commitments and measurable actions. The DCA ESG Certification offers a meaningful competitive edge for Swan Hellenic," said Andrea Zito, CEO of Swan Hellenic.
"We have always been committed to delivering a high-end expedition cruising experience that combines exceptional exploration with responsible innovation.
"Dream&Charme's ESG Certification stands as a benchmark of excellence, with an internationally accredited framework and strong presence in some of the world's most demanding markets."
Giorgio Caire di Lauzet, CEO of Dream&Charme, added, "Awarding the DCA ESG Certification to SH Minerva highlights the rising importance of structured sustainability in expedition cruising. This certification isn't just recognition – it's a practical tool supporting continuous ESG improvement.
"SH Minerva sets a benchmark for the industry by turning sustainability intent into measurable action."
Fuente: sea-trade cruise
