Antarctic aerodrome creates a stir
Australia’s proposed aerodrome in Antarctica is meeting with environmental and political criticism and concerns around the world.
28 new names in Antarctica
The Government of the British Antarctic Territory announced that 28 new place names will be applied in the British Antarctic Territory.
EU-UK Agreement without Falkland Islands
The UK-EU trade deal on Brexit does not apply to the Falkland Islands.
No focus on Falklands appeals on Brexit
The UK government has not included the Falkland Islands’ appeal to avoid tariffs on fishery products in the Brexit negotiations.
Supply trip to McMurdo cancelled
This year, the US icebreaker “Polar Star” will cancel all supply trips to the American McMurdo station in Antarctica.
Again no protected area in Antarctica
Emperor penguins in the Weddell Sea are looking to an uncertain future, as the CCAMLR again has been unable to reach agreement on a protected area this year.
Falkland Islands appoint junior ambassadors
The Falkland Islands have become the first British Overseas Territory to appoint two junior ambassadors.
Fire on US icebreaker “Healy”
The icebreaker “Healy” suffered an electric fire, in which the starboard drive engine and the shaft of the icebreaker failed.
Argentina’s moves on the Falkland issue are getting rougher
Argentina’s government has once again increased its rhetoric and claims towards the Falkland Islands, despite or because of crises.
Albatrosse – Death on the Fishing Hook
New Zealand has amended its regulations on fisheries. This should prevent the death of thousands of seabirds.
Australia plans new airfield in Antarctica
The first paved runway in Antarctica is one step closer to reality. Australia is moving forward with its plans.
