Congratulations to Wilson on being honored as one of the 2025 JCI Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the World !

Congratulations to Wilson on being honored as one of the 2025 JCI Ten Outstanding Young Persons of the World !

As a glaciology PhD, polar explorer,
and Mammut Hong Kong brand ambassador,
Wilson has spent years demonstrating the true power of exploration
through scientific research, action, and storytelling.

MAMMUT Hong Kong has always been proud to fully support
Wilson’s scientific and expedition journeys
—from the Arctic to Iceland, from glaciers to high mountains.
His unwavering professionalism, deep respect for nature,
and curiosity for the unknown resonate profoundly
with Mammut’s 160-year brand philosophy:

Exploration is not about conquest, but about deep connection.
Equipment is not just a tool, but a responsibility and a commitment.

Below are three short interview videos
that take you deep into the world of a polar explorer—

Exploring the Limits of Self Begins with Belief

Wilson continuously challenges his limits,
from the Antarctic wilderness to the peaks of the Andes.
For him, climbing is a journey of exploring personal boundaries
—testing the edge of both body and mind.

In the harshest environments, he has learned that
while equipment forms the foundation of safety,
what truly drives progress forward
is the inner belief of “I can do this.”
This perfectly reflects Mammut’s philosophy:
we create equipment so people can trust their own abilities more deeply.

Wearing the Mammut Eiger Extreme series feels like a second skin.
In extreme conditions, reliable protection allows climbers
to focus fully on every step.

For Wilson, reaching the summit is never the end.
The true meaning of climbing lies in constantly breaking
through one’s own understanding of limits.
What drives him is not the desire to conquer,
but curiosity about how far belief can take him.

Exploration Is for Protection

As a polar explorer, Wilson has witnessed firsthand
the rapid retreat of glaciers.
He firmly believes that exploration is about coexistence with nature,
not domination.

This belief is rooted in Inuit wisdom:
“We do not own the land. We borrow it from the next generation,
and we have a responsibility to protect it.”

That is why, when choosing equipment,
performance and values are equally important to him.

For example, the Mammut Eiger Extreme Jacket
not only provides protection in blizzards,
but is also made with recycled materials
and designed to be repairable, reducing resource waste.

To Wilson, equipment is a tool for putting responsibility into action.
He once repaired a failed zipper directly on a glacier,
thanks to its repair-friendly design—avoiding unnecessary waste.

He believes the value of exploration is not measured
by how far one travels,
but by what is left behind for those who follow.

Trusted Equipment for Every Departure

In the 2025 Mammut Eiger collection,
Wilson’s favorite piece is the
Eiger Nordwand Pro ML Air Hooded Jacket.

He emphasizes that adaptive warmth is essential for polar fieldwork.
Designed for high-intensity activity in extreme cold,
this jacket retains body heat while efficiently releasing excess moisture,
keeping the wearer light, dry, and unburdened during demanding climbs.

As a Hong Kong explorer, Wilson especially encourages
young people in the city to step into the mountains.
He sees mountaineering as a dialogue with nature—and with oneself.

He often shares:
“You don’t have to wait for perfection.
Setting out is the beginning of growth.”

He believes that the greatest challenges
often come from self-imposed limits,
and that the mountains never reject
anyone willing to take the first step.

Next Step: Into the Unknown Ice Fields

Next, Wilson will embark on two new missions:
exploring potential subglacial lakes beneath the
Manson Icefield in Canada,
and crossing the Greenland Ice Sheet using snow kiting.

These expeditions are not only tests of physical endurance and equipment,
but also scientific explorations into the unknown.
With trusted gear by his side,
he will continue to write new chapters of exploration.

We are deeply honored to journey alongside Wilson in advancing
scientific discovery, extreme adventure, and environmental conservation.

On future high-altitude and polar expeditions,
we will continue to move forward together.

MAMMUT Hong Kong and Wilson — exploration never stops.