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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.
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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.
The Maritime Interview Series Part 2: Mr Siphosethu Radebe
The Maritime Interview Series, leading up to World Maritime Day on September 28, 2023, aims to better acquaint us with and honour the seafarers on board the S.A. Agulhas II....
The Maritime Interview Series Part 1: Captain Michael Sibusiso Mdluli
Leading up to World Maritime Day 2023 Every year on the last Thursday of September, nations around the world come together to celebrate World Maritime Day. This international...
SAPRI Senior Electronics Technician appointed
On the 1st of August, Errol Julies joined the South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) as a Senior Electronics Technician, bringing with him a wealth of experience and...
NRF SAEON: The SAPRI host celebrating 21 years of excellence
The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is a business unit of the National Research Foundation (NRF). NRF SAEON celebrated its 21st anniversary on 7 September...
The Maritime Interview Series Part 2: Mr Siphosethu Radebe
The Maritime Interview Series, leading up to World Maritime Day on September 28, 2023, aims to better acquaint us with and honour the seafarers on board the S.A. Agulhas II. [button...
The Maritime Interview Series Part 1: Captain Michael Sibusiso Mdluli
Leading up to World Maritime Day 2023 Every year on the last Thursday of September, nations around the world come together to celebrate World Maritime Day. This international observance aims to highlight the crucial role that shipping and seafaring play in our global...
SAPRI Senior Electronics Technician appointed
On the 1st of August, Errol Julies joined the South African Polar Research Infrastructure (SAPRI) as a Senior Electronics Technician, bringing with him a wealth of experience and a diverse skill set. His responsibilities at SAPRI encompass the maintenance of offshore...
NRF SAEON: The SAPRI host celebrating 21 years of excellence
The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is a business unit of the National Research Foundation (NRF). NRF SAEON celebrated its 21st anniversary on 7 September 2023. See the event programme below. It is inspiring to see what SAEON has achieved...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
