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Vessels & Stations.
S.A. Agulhas II
S.A. Agulhas II is a South African ice breaking polar supply and research ship owned by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
SANAE IV
The first South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) departed in 1959.
Marion Island
The Marion base is used mainly for environmental/biological research, and weather data collection.
Gough Island
South Africa has been operating a weather station on Gough Island since 1956.
SANAE IV
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Expeditions &
Operations.
Voyages to Antarctica, Marion Island and Gough Island take place annually to replenish supplies and exchange personnel.
Team Structure.
Supplies.
The Voyage.
Living at the Station.
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Discover.
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) consists of three stations, countless research projects, and a history of dedicated team members.
Team Photos.
Research.
Newsletters.
Legacy.
What’s happening
Latest News.
JOB Alert: Marion Island 2025 to 2026
The following positions are available on the sub-Antarctic, Marion Island for the overwintering period (April 2025 to May 2026) [button...
South African Antarctic Artists and Writers Programme – Residency Opportunities
South Africa has long had an Antarctic research programme, including a base on the Antarctic continent and a polar vessel. It is the only African country with these facilities...
SCAR2024 – Conference in Pucon August 2024
A dive into the latest research and activities within the Scientific and Antarctic Research community during the biannual conference in Chile. In today’s rapidly evolving...
The Wanderer- August 2024- Now available
In this Issue of the Marion 81 Newsletter A message from...
JOB Alert: Marion Island 2025 to 2026
The following positions are available on the sub-Antarctic, Marion Island for the overwintering period (April 2025 to May 2026) ...
South African Antarctic Artists and Writers Programme – Residency Opportunities
South Africa has long had an Antarctic research programme, including a base on the Antarctic continent and a polar vessel. It is the only African country with these facilities and uniquely an early signatory to the Antarctic Treaty System which governs the southern...
SCAR2024 – Conference in Pucon August 2024
A dive into the latest research and activities within the Scientific and Antarctic Research community during the biannual conference in Chile. In today’s rapidly evolving scientific landscape, research conferences serve as vital hubs for knowledge exchange, fostering...
The Wanderer- August 2024- Now available
In this Issue of the Marion 81 Newsletter A message from the Team Leader. “It’s a great honour and privilege to be M81 Team Leader. We are done...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
