Ponant Appoints New Group CEO
Ponant has appointed Benoît-Etienne Domenget as its new group CEO, effective November 3, 2025, replacing Hervé Gastinel.
Domenget brings 25 years of experience in hospitality, luxury, travel, and tourism to the role, with a focus on driving international growth while maintaining Ponant's maritime expertise and environmental commitments.
- Previous CEO of Sommet Education, leading international expansion across multiple institutions.
- Established Sommet Education as a global leader in hospitality and luxury management education.
Ponant's new CEO will uphold the company's hospitality standards and environmental commitments.
Author's summary: Ponant appoints Benoît-Etienne Domenget as new CEO.