Ponant Appoints New Group CEO
Ponant has appointed Benoît-Etienne Domenget as its new group CEO, effective November 3, 2025, succeeding 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 upholding Ponant's maritime expertise, hospitality standards, and environmental commitments.
Most recently, he served as CEO of Sommet Education, leading its international expansion across several institutions, establishing the group as a global leader in hospitality and luxury management education.
He will focus on driving the Group’s international growth while upholding Ponant’s maritime expertise, hospitality standards, and environmental commitments.
Author summary: Ponant appoints Benoît-Etienne Domenget as new CEO.