Iceland to Lofoten - eXXpedition

Iceland to Lofoten

Leg 29

* THIS VOYAGE WAS CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT HERE *

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We’re thrilled to celebrate the upcoming release

We’re thrilled to celebrate the upcoming release of The Nature of Fashion — a powerful new book by our incredible ambassador @carrysomers, co-founder of @fash_rev and one of the most inspiring voices in sustainable fashion!

In this beautifully written journey through landscapes, fibres and time, Carry takes us on a journey through the origins of what we wear — exploring how plants have shaped fashion for millennia, and how they might hold the key to a more regenerative, nature-connected future.

Books like this are vital. They remind us that fashion isn’t just about trends — it’s about ecosystems, histories, cultures, and choices. As we work to rethink the systems polluting our oceans, it’s voices like Carry’s that show how reconnecting with nature can drive real, systemic change across industries.

Since joining us on board from the Galápagos to Easter Island, Carry has continued to make waves across industries, championing transparency, regeneration and justice from soil to stitch. This book is not just a call to reconnect with nature — it’s a roadmap for reshaping fashion’s future.

A huge congratulations, Carry — we can’t wait to see how this book inspires the next wave of changemakers. 📖

Available wherever you get your books from the 16th September in the UK and 11th November in the US!

#thenatureoffashion #carrysomers #barnesandnoble #BNPreorder #fashionrevolution #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #regenerativefashion #ecofashion #eXXpedition #ambassador #wavesofimpact #womeninsustainability #changemakers #consciousconsumer

We love this reminder from our ambassador, Claudia

We love this reminder from our ambassador, Claudia Haltern!

In the face of the plastic pollution crisis, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or question whether your actions matter. But change doesn't always come from grand gestures - it starts with small, consistent steps.

A shift in mindset, a single decision, a simple habit - these are the sparks that drive collective impact. Never underestimate the power of your choices.

Even the smallest action can ripple into something much bigger.

#exxpedition #ambassador #impact #inspiringwomen #wavesofchange #microplastics #plasticpollution #solutionsfocused

Eyewitness experience is one of the most powerful

Eyewitness experience is one of the most powerful tools for change.

Those who live or work near the ocean often feel the impact of plastic pollution most acutely - it’s personal, immediate, and impossible to ignore.

At eXXpedition, we bring people to the heart of the issue - our coastlines, remote communities, and even the middle of the ocean - places many would never otherwise see.

Once you’ve witnessed the scale and reality of plastic pollution firsthand, you can’t unsee it. That experience gives our crew the confidence, urgency, and credibility to return home as passionate storytellers and changemakers.

📸: @nomadmnemonics

#impact #personalexperience #communities #storytellers #eXXpedition #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #womenwhosail #marinescience #marineresearch #solutionfocused #citizenscience #microplastic

Tackling ocean plastic pollution requires bold, mu

Tackling ocean plastic pollution requires bold, multidisciplinary, and multinational action - driven by an empowered global community.

That’s why we bring together diverse crews on our transformative voyages, offering firsthand experience at sea or immersive learning on land and online. These experiences deepen scientific understanding and equip each person to apply their unique skills - their “superpower” - to be part of the solution.

The result? Targeted, meaningful action on land - locally and globally - to stop plastic pollution at its source, before it ever reaches the ocean.

📸: @larkrisepictures

#community #communityaction #diversity #solutions #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #exxpedition #solutionfocused #citizenscience

A step forward in tackling microplastic pollution!

A step forward in tackling microplastic pollution!

We’re excited to see @cleanerseasgroup has opened the world’s first dedicated microplastic recycling facility in Bude - specifically designed to recycle microplastics collected from beaches and waterways.

While we need to keep implementing solutions that reduce the production of plastic in the first place, we still need solutions to deal with the pollution that’s already out there.

Every time we set sail on an eXXpedition voyage, we collect microplastic samples from some of the most remote parts of the planet. These tiny fragments - often invisible to the naked eye - can persist in marine ecosystems for decades. Until now, there’s been no effective way to recycle them. This facility offers one possible way forward.

The new centre can process up to 86 tonnes of microfibres every year, collected from washing machine filters that stop plastic fibres from ever reaching our rivers and seas. These fibres are then recycled into new materials — such as packaging, construction components, and even parts for batteries — through a closed-loop, low-impact process.

It’s not the whole solution, but it’s an example of how targeted innovation can play a part in the wider fight against plastic pollution and build real circular solutions for our ocean.

Congratulations to the Cleaner Seas Group for turning an idea into action!

📸: @sophiedingwall

#microplastics #plasticpollution #eXXpedition #oceanconservation #cleanseas #cornwall #innovationfortheplanet #wavesofchange #soltuions #circulareconomy

There’s no silver bullet for solving plastic pol

There’s no silver bullet for solving plastic pollution.

This crisis stems from countless sources - so our solutions must be just as diverse. That’s why at eXXpedition, we bring together crew from all walks of life, across careers, cultures, and continents.

You don’t have to dedicate your entire life to the cause or be an environmentalist by profession. Real impact happens when people use their unique skills to create change:
🛠️ An engineer designing better waste systems.
🔬 A chemist developing sustainable materials.
📚 A teacher inspiring the next generation.
🏢 A policymaker shaping legislation.
🎨 An artist bringing the issue to life through story.

No matter where we live, we’re all connected by one shared ocean - and we each have a role to play. Let’s find ours, and work together.

📸: @larkrisepictures

#diversity #hollisticapproach #inclusivity #eXXpedition #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #womenwhosail #marinescience #marineresearch #solutionfocused #citizenscience

One of the most common questions we hear is: Is it

One of the most common questions we hear is: Is it too late? Is there still hope for our oceans?

At eXXpedition, we remain deeply optimistic. Science shows that the ocean is incredibly resilient and has the capacity to recover, as long as we act with urgency to remove the pressures of pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction. But this recovery won’t happen overnight, nor without bold, coordinated efforts.

We need a diverse range of solutions, from local initiatives to global policies, and cross-border collaboration to protect our shared marine environments. We must also stay flexible and ready to adapt as new challenges arise.

Change starts now, and every action counts.

If billions of microactions have caused the problem, it’s microactions that can solve it.

📸: @sophiebolesworth

#hopeforthefuture #plastic #eXXpedition #womeninscience #womeninstem #plasticpollution #changemakers #oceanplastics #microplastics #womenwhosail #marinescience #marineresearch #solutionfocused #citizenscience

We love this quote from one of our ambassadors @nk

We love this quote from one of our ambassadors @nkpergl with her positive outlook on how we can make a difference!

“Whether you’re a storyteller, scientist or a school teacher, every single one of us possesses unique abilities, our own superpowers, that can be harnessed for the greater good. The key is figuring out how to use them in the fight for reducing our impact on the planet!”

What’s your superpower?
Let us know in the comments below 👇

#exxpedition #changemakers #superpower #superpowers #positivechange #solutions #solutionsfocused #plasticpollution #microplastics

This week marks the start of #plasticfreejuly. T

This week marks the start of #plasticfreejuly.

This is an opportunity to join a global movement to reduce plastic pollution, and a great reminder that together we are stronger and can make a bigger impact.

So why not challenge yourself to make a SHiFT this month by working together to eliminate single-use plastics from our daily lives!⁠

Find out how you can turn off your plastic tap at SHiFT.how⁠ or follow along on @jointheshift_ to learn about the different solutions you can adapt into your lifestyle.

#plasticfreejuly #exxpedition #jointheSHiFT #microplastics #plasticpollution #wavesofchange #solutionsfocused #impact #seatosource

Last week, audiences across the UK came together f

Last week, audiences across the UK came together for nationwide screenings of @xtrillionfilm in collaboration with @finisterre.

From Falmouth to Edinburgh, Bristol to Holt, it was incredible to see so many of you gather to watch the film, share stories, and connect over our shared mission to turn the tide on ocean plastic.

With powerful post-film panels and heartfelt conversations, one thing was clear: this is more than a film - it’s a movement.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, hosted, and helped bring X Trillion to life across the country. Let’s keep the momentum going. Let’s keep the conversation alive. Let’s take action, together!

📸: @_rtshots

#XTrillion #plasticpollution #oceanactivism #eXXpedition #finisterre #communityforchange #wavesofchange #womeninscience #documentaryimpact #UKscreenings #microplastics #turningthetide

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