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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.
Antarctica Day 2022
Antarctica Day is celebrated by the international polar community on the 1st of December to commemorate the signing of the Antarctic Treaty, by 12 countries (including South...
The Wanderer – August to September 2022 issue is out
The 79th Marion Island Overwintering team has compiled their 3rd newsletter, filled with interesting stories and fascinating photography! In this edition: [gallery columns="2"...
World Science Day for Peace and Development 2022
World Science Day for Peace and Development is coordinated each year by UNESCO on 10 November. The theme of World Science Day for Peace and Development is Basic Sciences...
Job Advertisement: SAPRI Senior Electronics Technician
As per job advertisement: The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is a research platform funded by the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and managed...
Antarctica Day 2022
Antarctica Day is celebrated by the international polar community on the 1st of December to commemorate the signing of the Antarctic Treaty, by 12 countries (including South Africa) in 1959. On 01 December 1959, Antarctica was set aside for peaceful and scientific...
The Wanderer – August to September 2022 issue is out
The 79th Marion Island Overwintering team has compiled their 3rd newsletter, filled with interesting stories and fascinating photography! In this edition: [gallery columns="2" size="large"...
World Science Day for Peace and Development 2022
World Science Day for Peace and Development is coordinated each year by UNESCO on 10 November. The theme of World Science Day for Peace and Development is Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development. This day is being celebrated within the International Year of...
Job Advertisement: SAPRI Senior Electronics Technician
As per job advertisement: The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON) is a research platform funded by the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and managed by the National Research Foundation (NRF). SAEON is mandated to establish and manage...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
