A UK travel company has entered liquidation after suddenly ceasing trading, with all future trips cancelled.
The collapse brings to an end almost three decades in business, with all existing and upcoming programmes scrapped with immediate effect.
Global Vision International (GVI) has confirmed it has permanently closed its doors.
The Exeter-based company specialised in wildlife and conservation programmes, offering trips to destinations including Costa Rica and Fiji.
Announcing the closure on the company's website, chief executive Andrew Valentine described it as "a deeply sad conclusion to a remarkable journey."
"For nearly three decades, GVI has been far more than just an organisation," he wrote. "It has been a global family with a shared vision, dedicated to making a sustainable difference in our world."
Mr Valentine added: "It is with an incredibly heavy heart that I write to share that GVI is today closing its doors."
Despite the closure, he said he remained immensely proud of everything the organisation had achieved during its 28-year history.
Throughout its existence, GVI backed vital wildlife and marine conservation efforts aimed at protecting threatened ecosystems around the world.
The organisation also forged partnerships with local communities, developing collaborative education programmes and sustainable livelihood projects.
Mr Valentine noted that GVI had cultivated "an incredible network of alumni who continue to advocate for our planet."
Looking ahead, the chief executive expressed his wish that the conservation and community work would persist despite the company's demise.
"GVI may be coming to an end, but the impact we have built together on the ground is too important to let go," he stated, adding that his personal commitment to supporting ground-level partners remained unchanged.
Mr Valentine expressed deep regret over the consequences the closure would have for employees, ongoing projects and customers alike.
"I deeply regret the effect that GVI's closure will have on staff, projects and customers, and we are committed to providing clear information to those affected as GVI goes through a formal liquidation process," he stated.
Ground staff are currently assisting participants in arranging their departures from GVI locations worldwide.
Those whose trips have been cancelled will receive official correspondence outlining the liquidation proceedings and guidance on submitting claims.
The company's collapse adds to a growing list of UK travel firms that have ceased trading in 2026.
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