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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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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.
COMNAP, IAATO & SCAR Fellowships – APPLY NOW
Attention all early-career researchers (ECRs). Fellowship opportunities are now available at three Antarctic organisations. The Council of Managers of National Antarctic...
LIVE Interview from the S.A. Agulhas II – Captain Knowledge Bengu
The S.A. Agulhas II is managed and operated by African Marine Solutions (AMSOL), on behalf of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). This vessel,...
News from Marion Island – January 2022 Newsletter
The 78th Marion Island Overwintering Team has only about 3 months left on the island. This team is working hard and truly making the best of their island experience. They share...
LIVE interview from the S.A. Agulhas II – SAWS Marine Scientists currently on the Endurance 22 Expedition
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has two Marine Scientists (Marc De Vos and Carla Ramjukadh) onboard the S.A. Agulhas II, during the Endurance 22 Expedition. They are...
COMNAP, IAATO & SCAR Fellowships – APPLY NOW
Attention all early-career researchers (ECRs). Fellowship opportunities are now available at three Antarctic organisations. The Council of Managers of National Antarctic Programs (COMNAP) - offering one fellowship with funding of up to USD $15,000. The...
LIVE Interview from the S.A. Agulhas II – Captain Knowledge Bengu
The S.A. Agulhas II is managed and operated by African Marine Solutions (AMSOL), on behalf of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). This vessel, currently chartered by the Falklands Heritage Trust to locate the sunken ship of...
News from Marion Island – January 2022 Newsletter
The 78th Marion Island Overwintering Team has only about 3 months left on the island. This team is working hard and truly making the best of their island experience. They share some news from the island, from the last two months, in their fourth newsletter. In this...
LIVE interview from the S.A. Agulhas II – SAWS Marine Scientists currently on the Endurance 22 Expedition
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has two Marine Scientists (Marc De Vos and Carla Ramjukadh) onboard the S.A. Agulhas II, during the Endurance 22 Expedition. They are responsible for weather forecasts and meteorological data requirements from the various...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
