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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.
SANAP PhD graduate – first black observational ocean biogeochemist
Congratulations to all SANAP graduates of 2021. A special congratulations to Dr Mhlangabezi Mdutyana, who just made history by being the first black South African to graduate...
Season’s Greetings from Marion Island
The 78th Marion Island Overwintering team is feeling festive and wishes you a Merry Christmas. We invite you (family, friends, previous team members, anyone that would like to...
Season’s Greetings from Antarctica
SANAE 60 wishes you a happy festive season! The 60th South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) team's time alone at SANAE IV has come to an end. They will spend this...
Antarctica Day 2021
Today, 62 years ago, 12 countries (including South Africa) signed the Antarctic Treaty. On the 1st of December 1959, Antarctica was set aside for peaceful and scientific...
SANAP PhD graduate – first black observational ocean biogeochemist
Congratulations to all SANAP graduates of 2021. A special congratulations to Dr Mhlangabezi Mdutyana, who just made history by being the first black South African to graduate with a doctorate in observational ocean biogeochemistry. He is part of the Parallel...
Season’s Greetings from Marion Island
The 78th Marion Island Overwintering team is feeling festive and wishes you a Merry Christmas. We invite you (family, friends, previous team members, anyone that would like to get in contact and make this a special time for these overwinter personnel) to share a...
Season’s Greetings from Antarctica
SANAE 60 wishes you a happy festive season! The 60th South African National Antarctic Expedition (SANAE) team's time alone at SANAE IV has come to an end. They will spend this festive season with the new team members (SANAE 61) and take-over personnel that have...
Antarctica Day 2021
Today, 62 years ago, 12 countries (including South Africa) signed the Antarctic Treaty. On the 1st of December 1959, Antarctica was set aside for peaceful and scientific purposes. This day is celebrated all over the world. Join the Scientific Committee on Antarctic...
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SANAE IV.
Gough Island.
Marion Island.
S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
