MS Spitsbergen’s current position
Holding position. Her last AIS position report came in 5 hr ago at 54.850° N, 5.796° W.
About MS Spitsbergen
Named after the largest island in Norway’s Svalbard archipelago, MS Spitsbergen offers expedition cruising at its most intimate and immersive. With a smaller capacity and enhanced manoeuvrability, this nimble ship can reach secluded landing sites few others can — making it ideal for exploring remote coasts and narrow fjords. Rebuilt in 2016 and extensively refurbished in 2025, MS Spitsbergen combines modern expedition capability and adaptability with elegance and simplicity. With space for just 150 guests, she offers a relaxed, intimate atmosphere that speaks to Scandinavian style — and the agility to access remote places larger ships can’t.
| Built | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Refurbished | March, 2025 |
| Length | 330 ft (100.6 m) |
| Beam | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Max speed | 14.5 knots |
| Passengers | 335 |
| Registry | Norway |
| Maiden voyage | June, 2016 |
Description and specifications are the cruise line’s own published material, supplied through our booking feed. The live position, speed and heading above are ours, read directly from her AIS transponder.
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Other HX Expeditions ships
The rest of the fleet, with their live status right now.
| Ship | Status right now | Last report |
|---|---|---|
| MS Fridtjof Nansen | Alongside at Ushuaia | 3 hr ago |
| MS Roald Amundsen | Under way at 13.1 knots, bound for Brssa>arush | 11 hr ago |
| MS Fram | No recent AIS signal | no signal |
MS Spitsbergen tracking FAQ
Where is MS Spitsbergen right now?
Holding position. Her last AIS position report came in 5 hr ago at 54.850° N, 5.796° W.
How do I track MS Spitsbergen?
MS Spitsbergen broadcasts her position over AIS, and the map on this page plots her latest report along with her speed and heading. The page refreshes her position every time you load it — no account or app needed.
What is MS Spitsbergen's MMSI number?
MS Spitsbergen's MMSI is 310871000. MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) is the unique nine-digit number her AIS transponder broadcasts, and it is how this tracker tells her apart from every other ship at sea.
How much does a cruise on MS Spitsbergen cost?
It depends on the sailing, the cabin grade and how far ahead you book. Current itineraries and live pricing for MS Spitsbergen are listed by Pavlus Travel, who guarantee the lowest price on every HX Expeditions sailing and charge no booking fees.