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- 1Unmanned 'robust little' vessel sets off on 22,000km Antarctic climate voyage●‘Robust little’ vessel begins treacherous 22,000km journey around # Antarctica in the name of # climate science https://
An unmanned, hurricane-proof Saildrone vessel has begun a treacherous 22,000km journey around Antarctica, departing from Hobart in the name of climate science. The autonomous craft is designed to withstand extreme conditions while collecting ocean and climate data from one of the planet's harshest marine environments, drawing attention for the ambition of its circumnavigation.
- 2Lindblad expands Antarctica operations through acquisition▼Lindblad expands Antarctica -- and luxury -- presence with acquisition
Expedition travel company Lindblad has made an acquisition that strengthens its position in Antarctica travel and broadens its luxury offerings. The move signals continued consolidation in the expedition cruise sector, where demand for polar and high-end small-ship voyages has been growing. Details of the acquired company and the deal's value were not provided.