The government will commit another $804 million to the exploration of Antarctica amid growing concern about Chinese and Russian activity on the continent. auspol Antarctica
Australian scientists will expand the exploration of Antarctica under an $804 million federal program that will use “drone fleets” and autonomous vehicles to intensify research at a time of growing concern about Chinese and Russian activity on the continent.
The funding comes after a row last November when the federal government scrapped plans for a 2.7 kilometre concrete runway in Antarctica to make it easier to send in supplies and staff, sparking claims Australia would lose ground to other countries. “My government will continue to back our world-class scientists and expeditioners with the necessary funding and resources because their research on the frozen continent and in the“Our ongoing investment in Antarctica will directly support jobs at home, with Australian businesses, contractors, medical suppliers and providores reaping the benefits of local procurement.”
The new spending includes $136.6 million to support environmental protection, mobile stations and other measures to chart the continent, as well as $109 million for aerial operations.James Alcock The helicopter project will require $35 million to provide four “medium lift” aircraft that can be launched from the Nuyina with a range of 550 kilometres, while there will be another $44.2 million for the icebreaker to conduct extended voyages.Most of the funding is yet to be specified but is described by the government as additional funding worth a further $92.2 million each year over five years from 2026 for the Australian Antarctic Division.
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