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Oct 25

A twin-engine plane with skis lands or takes off on a snowy, frozen landscape in Antarctica, kicking up snow under a pale sky—a scene typical of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Advance team arrive in Antarctica

By Media General Interest, Updates From The Field No Comments

ALE's advance team have arrived at Union Glacier, Antarctica. The ski aircraft arrived safely last night with our team on board, after a two-stage flight from Punta Arenas. They report that the camp caches have over-wintered well and look in good shape. The blue-ice runway has little snow coverage and…

Aug 27

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A person in winter clothing stands next to a large South Pole sign in Antarctica, with snow and ice stretching behind. The sign honors Roald Amundsen and Robert F. Scott’s historic Antarctic expeditions.

Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together

By Media Expeditions, Ski South Pole – Axel Heiberg, Ski South Pole – Hercules Inlet, Ski South Pole – Messner Start No Comments

Pulling together the details for a Ski South Pole expedition can be a challenge. How do you stay on track with all there is to do? ALE's Hannah McKeand gives some advice on equipment selection, your training regime and tracking down funding. Hannah is an avid explorer and experienced polar…

Aug 24

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Six people wearing winter gear and medals kneel and stand on snow in Antarctica, smiling and holding glasses. Snowy mountains are in the background, a flag is visible on the left, celebrating an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions achievement.

Union Glacier Sports Extravaganza

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All eyes are on London 2012 as the Olympic Games close and the Paralympic Games begin. But those in the know are preparing for an unrelated and lesser known, but no less exciting competition - The Union Glacier International Sports Extravaganza. International Competitors and Unconventional Events The competition takes place…

May 23

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Five people in heavy winter gear stand close together at the South Pole, smiling around a reflective silver sphere atop a red and white pole, with a blue Antarctic sky in the background.

Ski to the South Pole – Getting Started

By Media Expeditions, Ski South Pole – Axel Heiberg, Ski South Pole – Hercules Inlet, Ski South Pole – Messner Start No Comments

Skiing to the South Pole is an incredible, life changing experience. But how to get started? And what’s involved? We asked ALE's Hannah McKeand to give us some tips. Hannah is an avid explorer and experienced polar guide. She has skied to the South Pole more times than anyone else; has…

Mar 14

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A man in a suit smiles and holds up two open medal boxes with medals inside, standing before a wooden paneled wall with decorative arches—recognizing achievements related to Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Polar Medals Past and Present

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Congratulations to Chris Jacobs, our Field Facilities Manager, who has been honored twice this year in the United Kingdom. He was awarded the MBE and Polar Medal for outstanding achievement and service in the field of polar research! Chris Jacobs Honored with Polar Medal Chris attended an investiture at Windsor Castle…

Feb 16

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A green tent covered in snow stands in a snowy Antarctic landscape, surrounded by skis and poles upright in the snow, with the majestic mountains of Antarctica in the background.

2011-12 Expedition Wrap-up

By Media Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

Our 2011-12 season expeditions faced brutally cold early season temperatures and tough sledging conditions on historic and new routes to the South Pole. Expedition blogs described the ever-changing balance between the highlights and harsh realities of Antarctica, while cold and repetitive strain injuries; altitude and fitness concerns; and equipment problems…

Feb 06

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A large aircraft operated by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions flies above snow-covered mountains in Antarctica under a clear blue sky, leaving a faint trail behind.

ALE closes a successful Anniversary season

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The final ALE Ilyushin flight of the 2011-12 Anniversary season departed from Union Glacier ice runway On January 31. Last to leave were a small team of staff, who had worked hard over previous weeks to dismantle camp and store everything securely for the upcoming winter. The Antarctic summer is…

Jan 25

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Three climbers in red and blue winter gear stand on a snowy Antarctic ridge, surrounded by pristine peaks. One holds an ice axe aloft while another takes a selfie with reflective goggles—a classic moment from an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions adventure.

The Heritage of Discovery

By Media Climb Antarctica, Trip Report No Comments

One mountaineer, two guides, three weeks, ten first ascents. Exploratory alpinism at its finest. 10 First Ascents in the Heritage Range In December 2011, when the rest of Antarctica was celebrating the centenary of the first journey to the South Pole, Ralf Laier made his own contribution to the history…

Jan 16

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A bright sun shines over an icy, snow-covered landscape in Antarctica, with distant mountain peaks under a clear blue sky. Sunlight reflects off the frozen surface near the South Pole, creating a glittering effect.

Quarrying the Antarctic for Climate

By Media Antarctic Environment, General Interest, Science No Comments

In 1773, Captain Cook described the great southern continent Terra Australis Incognita as ‘A country doomed by nature never once to feel the warmth of the sun’s rays but to lie forever buried under everlasting snow and ice.’ Climate Re-construction of Heritage Range With these words Professor Chris Turney, from…

Jan 04

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Five explorers in heavy cold-weather gear pose on snowy ground at the South Pole with flags behind them, against a blank, icy backdrop. Two sit in front, three stand behind, all looking toward the camera.

Approaching the Scott Centenary

By Media Expeditions, General Interest No Comments

Approaching the Scott Centenary It has been 100 years since Robert Falcon Scott and his team arrived at the South Pole. But words from Scott's journal echo across time, capturing the landscape, the physical and mental hardships of polar expeditions, and above all, the dreams that inspire polar explorers. "Over the…

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Advance team arrive in Antarctica

Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together

Union Glacier Sports Extravaganza

Ski to the South Pole – Getting Started

Polar Medals Past and Present

2011-12 Expedition Wrap-up

ALE closes a successful Anniversary season

The Heritage of Discovery

Quarrying the Antarctic for Climate

Approaching the Scott Centenary

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