DIAMOND XI was a cruise ship renamed in 2024, previously operated by Quark Expeditions as Ocean Diamond. She was previously named Song of Flower, Explorer Starship and Le Diamant.
Expert in Residence program
Ocean Diamond had an Expert in Residence program, which enabled scientists, polar researchers, historians and other experts to undertake field work from the ship. The experts included Jonathan Shackleton, Falcon Scott, and Sue Flood. Passengers were able to assist the experts in their work. ==References==