by

On 4 April 2012, in the maritime city of Rauma, Finland, history was made as the South African polar research and supply vessel, S.A. Agulhas II, was officially handed over to South Africa. This event marked a significant milestone in the nation’s commitment to polar research, oceanographic exploration, and logistical support for Antarctic expeditions. Built […]

Continue reading "Celebrating the Legacy: Handover of S.A. Agulhas II 4 April 2012" →

Bouvet IslandNews

by

The Antarctic Legacy of South Africa bids a heartfelt goodbye to Professor Nico de Bruyn, and wish him all the best when he is moving onto new adventures abroad. He has been a distinguished figure in Antarctic and sub-Antarctic mammal research for over two decades and has significantly advanced our understanding of marine mammals in […]

Continue reading "Prof Nico de Bruyn: His Antarctic Legacy and New Conservation Horizons." →

International Celebration Day

by

Gough Overwintering team 70 Meteorological Technicians celebrating World Meteorological Day at Gough Island in the mid-South Atlantic Ocean, 2500KM away from Cape Town. A weather station has been operating on Gough Island since 1956. It is operated as part of the network of the South African Weather Service (SAWS). (Scroll down for videos) Indeed in […]

Continue reading "Meteorologists at Gough Island celebrating World Meteorology Day 2025" →