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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.
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The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) consists of three stations, countless research projects, and a history of dedicated team members.
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Latest News.
CONSULTATION ON THE INTENTION TO ADOPT A GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME AND EXCLUDE IDENTIFIED ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH CONSERVATION OR CONSERVATION RESEARCH AT THE PRINCE EDWARD ISLANDS, FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Consultation on the intention to adopt a generic environmental management programme and exclude identified...
4th GEOTRACES Summer School Hosted in Cape Town Strengthens Global Collaboration in Marine Trace Metal Research
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) is proud to highlight the successful hosting of the 4th GEOTRACES Summer School, held in Cape Town, South Africa, from...
Call for Abstracts Now Open for the 12th SCAR Open Science Conference – Deadline 28 February 2026
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) is pleased to share an exciting update from the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR). The international...
Celebrating International Antarctica Day – 1 December
Honouring South Africa’s Place in the Antarctic Treaty and Our Shared Polar Heritage Every year on 1 December, the global Antarctic community pauses to celebrate International...
CONSULTATION ON THE INTENTION TO ADOPT A GENERIC ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME AND EXCLUDE IDENTIFIED ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH CONSERVATION OR CONSERVATION RESEARCH AT THE PRINCE EDWARD ISLANDS, FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Consultation on the intention to adopt a generic environmental management programme and exclude identified activities associated with conservation or conservation research at THE PRINCE EDWARD ISLANDS,...
4th GEOTRACES Summer School Hosted in Cape Town Strengthens Global Collaboration in Marine Trace Metal Research
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) is proud to highlight the successful hosting of the 4th GEOTRACES Summer School, held in Cape Town, South Africa, from 17–21 November 2025. This prestigious international training event brought together 35...
Call for Abstracts Now Open for the 12th SCAR Open Science Conference – Deadline 28 February 2026
The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) is pleased to share an exciting update from the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR). The international Antarctic research community is preparing to gather for one of the most anticipated events in...
Celebrating International Antarctica Day – 1 December
Honouring South Africa’s Place in the Antarctic Treaty and Our Shared Polar Heritage Every year on 1 December, the global Antarctic community pauses to celebrate International Antarctica Day—a tribute to the signing of the Antarctic Treaty in 1959. For the Antarctic...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
