Page 16 – Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions

Nov 20

A person in a red jacket runs across a snow-covered landscape with mountains in the background, under a bright sun and clear blue sky—capturing the spirit of Antarctic adventure supported by Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions.

Marathon Flame Travels to Union Glacier

By Media General Interest No Comments

ALE is excited to announce that the iconic 'Marathon Flame' has arrived in Antarctica for the 8th Antarctic Ice Marathon on 21 November 2012 at Union Glacier. Greek-Cypriot marathon runner and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, Mr Nasos Ktorides, carried the Flame on its first visit to Antarctica. Richard Donovan, organizer of…

Nov 11

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A group of people in red cold-weather suits work on a snowy, icy surface in Antarctica next to a large propeller airplane, with some individuals on top of the aircraft under a clear blue sky.

The Flight that changed Antarctic Aviation

By Media Air Transport, General Interest No Comments

In 1987, Adventure Network International (ANI) made history by landing a privately operated wheeled aircraft in Antarctica. On November 22, 1987, Captain Jim Smith landed a Douglas DC-4 on a blue-ice airfield at Patriot Hills in the Ellsworth Mountains. This ground-breaking achievement changed the face of aviation in Antarctica, and paved…

Nov 01

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Four people in winter gear load red supplies onto sleds beside an orange and white Twin Otter airplane in Antarctica, with another plane and Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions’ supplies visible on the snowy terrain in the background.

Ski To The South Pole — Final Preparations

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

ALE Ski South Pole Guide Hannah McKeand offers some final tips to get you organized as you get ready to head to the ice.

Nov 01

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A large white cargo plane flies low over a snowy, mountainous Antarctic landscape with the sun shining brightly behind it—a stunning scene of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions under a clear blue sky with some lens flare.

The Ilyushin Has Landed

By Media General Interest, Updates From The Field No Comments

ALE's First Flight of the Season ALE's first Ilyushin flight of the 2012 season landed safely at Union Glacier on Oct 30. Weather conditions were ideal for the landing and the Ilyushin crew reported that the runway was in excellent condition. The flight carried core ALE staff and one expedition,…

Oct 25

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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…

Oct 24

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A person in winter clothing uses an ice axe to clear snow around a yellow tent in Antarctica, with snow swirling in the air—capturing the spirit of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions near the South Pole.

Antarctic Weather Research

By David Rootes Antarctic Environment, General Interest, Science No Comments

Antarctica is the highest, driest and most remote of all continents yet we know remarkably little about its weather and how it fits into the global picture. A new research project aims to change that...

Oct 04

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Two orange snow vehicles with large treads transport container units across a snowy landscape in Antarctica under a clear blue sky, with mountains and a person visible in the background—an example of Antarctic Logistics and Expeditions at work.

Extreme Antarctic Drilling

By David Rootes Air Transport, General Interest, Overland Transport, Science No Comments

There is excitement in the air at ALE as we gear up for the new season, especially because of our logistic role in one of the top Antarctic science projects this year. Searching for Life in Antarctica's Subglacial Lakes This season, after years of planning and logistic preparations, a team…

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

By Media General Interest No Comments

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…

Marathon Flame Travels to Union Glacier

The Flight that changed Antarctic Aviation

Ski To The South Pole — Final Preparations

The Ilyushin Has Landed

Advance team arrive in Antarctica

Antarctic Weather Research

Extreme Antarctic Drilling

Ski to the South Pole — Pulling It Together

Union Glacier Sports Extravaganza

Ski to the South Pole – Getting Started

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