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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.

Antarctic Environment General Interest Science

Quarrying the Antarctic for Climate

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…

MediaJanuary 16, 2012

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.

Expeditions General Interest

Approaching the Scott Centenary

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…

MediaJanuary 4, 2012

A group of eleven people in heavy coats stands in a snowy landscape near a triangular tent with a flag on top, evoking the remote, icy expanse of Antarctica. Snow covers the ground beneath a cloudy sky, hinting at an expedition to the South Pole.

South Pole Overnight Trip Report

Amundsen Centenary Wrap-up

Roald Amundsen's great achievement of reaching the Geographic South Pole 100 years ago was celebrated in style this season. The Norwegian Prime Minister, Jens Stoltenberg, came to honor Amundsen's expedition and unveiled a specially commissioned ice bust of the great man during a moving ceremony. Amundsen Centenary Celebrations Prime Minister…

David RootesDecember 27, 2011

A red and blue research station with wind turbines stands on the snowy landscape of Antarctica, with a red twin-engine plane and people nearby under a clear blue sky—showcasing Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions at work.

General Interest Overland Transport Science

Criosfera I – A Landmark Achievement

Criosfera 1, the first Brazilian standalone module for atmospheric data collection, has arrived at its destination on the West Antarctic ice sheet. Criosfera I Arrives in Antarctica Photo: http://www.inpe.br/ ALE Transports Module The module was prepared at the National Institute for Space Research (Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas Espaciais – INPE).…

MediaDecember 27, 2011

Two smiling men in fur-lined coats stand close together on snow at the South Pole, under a clear blue sky. One wears sunglasses and a brown hat; the other has a red parka and hat. Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions gear is visible in the background.

Expeditions General Interest

2011 South Pole Expedition Updates

Our thoughts may be turning to holidays and the New Year, but for expeditions in Antarctica, it's another day of snow, wind and marching toward the Pole. Some teams have completed their treks, while others continue skiing south. Centenary Expeditions Arrived at South Pole Sorpolen 1911-2011 completed the second-ever overland…

MediaDecember 22, 2011

Ski equipment stands in the snow near bright tents at an Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions campsite on a snowy mountain in Antarctica, with people in winter gear and snow-covered peaks beneath a clear blue sky.

General Interest Mount Vinson

The Mountain is now Open

Vinson Base Camp is officially "Open" and the first guests have arrived. ALE staff flew into the base camp recently to prepare for the arrival of the first climbers of the season. The camp, located at 7020 ft (2140 m) on the Branscomb Glacier, has been unoccupied since the end…

MediaNovember 10, 2011

A person skis across a vast snowy landscape in Antarctica, pulling a sled loaded with gear under a bright sun and clear blue sky, supported by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Expeditions General Interest

And they’re off…

Delays are to be expected – as any Antarctic explorer will tell you. Amundsen attempted to set off for the Pole on September 8, 1911 and was beaten back to Framheim by -58F (-50C) temperatures. He waited for 6 weeks before finally departing on October 19. 2011 Expeditions on Their Way…

MediaNovember 2, 2011

A row of small orange tents and equipment are set up on a vast, snow-covered plain in Antarctica under a cloudy sky, with distant mountains visible on the horizon—an expedition scene typical of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions near the South Pole.

General Interest Science

Science Updates

An ancient lake hidden deep beneath West Antarctica's Ice Sheet may reveal vital clues about climate change and future sea level rises, and uncover new forms of life, according to a group of UK engineers and scientists. 2011 Science Updates Sub-glacial Lake Ellsworth Project (SLE) British Antarctic Survey (BAS) engineers…

MediaOctober 26, 2011

Quarrying the Antarctic for Climate

Approaching the Scott Centenary

Amundsen Centenary Wrap-up

Criosfera I – A Landmark Achievement

2011 South Pole Expedition Updates

The Mountain is now Open

And they’re off…

Science Updates

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