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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.
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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.
SEAmester V – Meet the lecturers
South Africa's 5th class afloat voyage, SEAmester V, is currently on the final leg home. On this last day on board the vessel, students are finishing up all deck work, and...
SEAmester V – Meet the selected students
The S.A. Agulhas II is getting ready for departure on the 5th SEAmester cruise. The expected time of departure is today, 27 July 2022. 37 students from 14 national higher...
International Day of the Seafarer 2022
Day of the Seafarer, launched in 2011, is a day to pay tribute to all those working in the maritime industry. This year's theme is 'Your voyage - then and now, share your...
Happy Midwinter 2022
Midwinter's Day (21 June) is celebrated by the South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) overwintering teams on Antarctica (SANAE 61), Marion Island (Marion 79), and...
SEAmester V – Meet the lecturers
South Africa's 5th class afloat voyage, SEAmester V, is currently on the final leg home. On this last day on board the vessel, students are finishing up all deck work, and completing all projects and project presentations. There will be an art exhibition and farewell...
SEAmester V – Meet the selected students
The S.A. Agulhas II is getting ready for departure on the 5th SEAmester cruise. The expected time of departure is today, 27 July 2022. 37 students from 14 national higher education institutions and 1 international institution, were selected for SA's class afloat...
International Day of the Seafarer 2022
Day of the Seafarer, launched in 2011, is a day to pay tribute to all those working in the maritime industry. This year's theme is 'Your voyage - then and now, share your journey'. Seafarers play a crucial role in the South African National Antarctic Programme. I had...
Happy Midwinter 2022
Midwinter's Day (21 June) is celebrated by the South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) overwintering teams on Antarctica (SANAE 61), Marion Island (Marion 79), and Gough Island (Gough 67). Midwinter is the shortest day, and for those on Antarctica,...
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S.A. Agulhas II.
South African icebreaking polar supply and research ship.
