by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 11:15 AM ET, Thu May 14, 2026
Seabourn crew members delivered essential relief supplies to support communities impacted by Cyclone Maila, which devastated parts of the Solomon Islands last month.
During Seabourn Pursuit’s stop at Alotau in Papua New Guinea on May 11, the ship delivered four tons of supplies, including fresh produce and non‑perishable food items, as well as sheets, towels and other hotel supplies sourced directly from the ship.
The initiative was spearheaded by David Sinclair, a longtime expedition professional who brought the need to Seabourn Pursuit’s shipboard team. From there, it became a ship-wide effort.
“Expedition travel gives us the opportunity to connect with some of the world’s most remote communities, and when we learned about the impact Cyclone Maila had on the region, the team immediately wanted to find a way to help,” says Dominic Del Rosario, expedition leader for Seabourn Pursuit.
“What began as a simple conversation quickly became a team effort, with the ship’s crew and staff coming together to contribute supplies that we hoped could make even a small difference for families recovering from the storm," Del Rosario continued. "It was an incredibly meaningful moment for all of us on board.”
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