Name: Andromeda (formerly Ulysses)Owner: EYOS ExpeditionsOperator: EYOS ExpeditionsPort of Registry: KingstownCountry: Saint Vincent and the GrenadinesBuilder: Kleven Verft, Ulsteinvik, NorwayClass and Type: PC2 icebreaking expedition cruise ship

Brief DescriptionAndromeda, previously Ulysses, is a rugged 377-foot polar expedition ship with icebreaking hull capable of PC2 classification, accommodating around 200 passengers and crew across multiple decks optimized for extreme environments. Features include strengthened hull for ice navigation, large expedition Zodiac fleet, panoramic observation lounges, scientific labs, and luxury amenities like saunas and fine dining adapted for polar conditions. Purpose-built for high-latitude adventures including Antarctica, Arctic, and remote archipelagos with helicopter operations.

Construction HistoryBuilt in 2010 at Kleven Verft in Norway as Ulysses for Quark Expeditions, the vessel was designed from inception as a true icebreaker for polar tourism rather than typical cruise ship conversions. Acquired and comprehensively refitted by EYOS Expeditions in 2023, it emerged as Andromeda with upgraded systems, interiors, and expedition capabilities to meet modern luxury polar standards. The transformation elevated it among elite private expedition operators.

Operations and CapabilitiesAndromeda specializes in bespoke charters to Weddell Sea, Northwest Passage, and Svalbard, offering helicopter-supported camping, kayaking, and scientific voyages for affluent adventurers. Its PC2 rating enables safer ice navigation than standard expedition ships. Post-refit, it commands premium rates for unparalleled polar access and comfort.