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…that were previously inaccessible, and can increase the geographic coverage of poorly sampled areas like the Southern Ocean. RRS Sir David Attenborough acts as a central platform for deploying and…
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BAS Carbon Footprint 2023-2024
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…fuel used in the RRS Sir David Attenborough to deliver world-leading marine science and essential logistics to maintain our Antarctic stations. While fuel used on the ship is mostly Marine…
UK’s £200m Polar Research Ship named in honour of Sir David Attenborough
News 6 May, 2016
…new UK Polar Vessel the RRS Sir David Attenborough A £200 million state-of-the-art polar research ship is to be named after world renowned naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough, the…
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A new polar research ship for Britain The RRS Sir David Attenborough is one of the most advanced polar research vessels in the world. Want to know what RRS Sir…
RRS Sir David Attenborough arrives in Falkland Islands
News 8 December, 2021
…recognises the strong connection between RRS Sir David Attenborough and the Falkland Islands, there is huge excitement on board about our first arrival. RRS Sir David Attenborough will be wearing…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough workboat wins international award
News 26 January, 2021
…this project and have a vessel built by our yard aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough is a proud moment.” Will Whatley, Captain of RRS Sir David Attenborough said: “We…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough makes maiden voyage to Antarctica
News 16 November, 2021
…the RRS Sir David Attenborough has a vital role to play in that.” Will Whatley, Captain of the RRS Sir David Attenborough, says: “This is such a proud moment for…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough completes ice trials
News 31 March, 2022
…aware than ever of the urgent need to understand our changing world, and the RRS Sir David Attenborough has a vital role to play in that.” The RRS Sir David…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough begins polar science trials
News 31 January, 2023
…Antarctica. RRS Sir David Attenborough will be testing the science capability during polar science trials. Dr Sophie Fielding, Science Capability Coordinator for RRS Sir David Attenborough, is co-leading the polar…
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Guest blog. RRS Sir David Attenborough: The story so far
Blogpost 20 April, 2017
…yard. The many media interviews given by Sir David that day appeared in print, online and broadcast media around all over world. The keel-laying ceremony for RRS Sir David Attenborough…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough departs Cammell Laird for technical sea trials
News 21 October, 2020
BIRKENHEAD. Today (Wednesday 21 October) the UK’s most advanced polar research ship – RRS Sir David Attenborough – leaves Cammell Laird shipyard for two weeks of technical sea trials. In…
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Milestone in construction of RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 29 September, 2017
Rolls-Royce is marking a major milestone on the journey towards the completion of Britain’s new polar research vessel the RRS Sir David Attenborough being built by Merseyside shipyard Cammell Laird….
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RRS Sir David Attenborough latest milestones
News 16 January, 2020
…David Attenborough Ralph Stevens, Captain of the RRS Sir David Attenborough, said, “We are working closely with Cammell Laird to commission and test every aspect of our new ship. These…
RRS Sir David Attenborough arrives in Antarctica for the first time
News 17 December, 2021
…Sir David Attenborough arrival at Rothera Wharf in Antarctica. Credit: Will Clark The RRS Sir David Attenborough’s arrival at Rothera Research Station also marks the first time the new purpose-built…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough’s cargo tender completes maiden voyage
News 1 June, 2020
…1813 in Topsham; as the cargo tender transited the Exeter ship canal, she passed the yard that built her namesake. For more information on RRS Sir David Attenborough visit https://www.bas.ac.uk/polar-operations/sites-and-facilities/facility/rrs-sir-david-attenborough/…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough registered to Falkland Islands
News 18 December, 2020
Britain’s new polar ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough, has been registered on the British register of ships at Stanley, Falkland Islands. This continues the long tradition of registering British…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough collaborates with cruise ship
News 11 February, 2022
RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) has collaborated with the cruise ship Le Commandant Charcot in its efforts to deliver critical science cargo to the English Coast, Antarctica in support of…
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Science Trials on the RRS Sir David Attenborough add to historic dataset
Blogpost 22 February, 2023
Last week, the team aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough produced the first significant scientific data set with the ship’s oceanography equipment – a significant milestone in the life of…
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Trial of lower carbon alternative fuel begins on RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 3 July, 2023
…marine operators and regulators to support the wider shipping industry on its journey to net zero. About the RRS Sir David Attenborough RRS Sir David Attenborough is a one-of-a-kind polar…
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First science: aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough Science Trials
Blogpost 14 February, 2023
The RRS Sir David Attenborough has begun its polar science trials in Antarctica. A team of 30 national and international scientists, engineers and technical staff are working on the ship…
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Operational facilities – RRS Sir David Attenborough
Operational infrastructure
The RRS Sir David Attenborough will have a critical operational role, supporting the resupply of British Antarctic Survey’s five Antarctic research stations. Cargo handling facilities RRS Sir David Attenborough‘s cargo…
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Take part in Ice Worlds Festival and explore RRS Sir David Attenborough online
News 29 October, 2021
…partnered with Royal Museums Greenwich to bring you an exciting festival of discovery. RRS Sir David Attenborough video feed The RRS Sir David Attenborough has made a special visit…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough heads to open sea for trials
News 8 February, 2021
HOLYHEAD. On Sunday 7 February the UK’s most advanced polar research ship – RRS Sir David Attenborough – left Holyhead for sea trials. The RRS Sir David Attenborough will spend…
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British Antarctic Survey takes delivery of RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 2 December, 2020
Britain’s new polar ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough, has been handed over from Cammell Laird shipyard to the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). Captain Ralph Stevens, mariner Paula Munoz…
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Sub-Antarctic island celebrates Shackleton Day with New Wharf for the RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 20 May, 2020
…vessel, the RRS Sir David Attenborough and the GSGSSI fisheries patrol vessel, the MV Pharos SG. The expanded capability will ensure that BAS and GSGSSI are able to continue their…
First science on board RRS Sir David Attenborough
Blogpost 16 May, 2022
Britain’s new polar ship, RRS Sir David Attenborough, has reached another exciting milestone, completing its first ever scientific assignment – retrieving a scientific mooring! RRS Sir David Attenborough is currently…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough departs for Antarctica
News 17 November, 2022
…Falkland Islands, three-and-a-half weeks later. From there, the RRS Sir David Attenborough will continue its voyage to Antarctica. RRS Sir David Attenborough is currently in Harwich, ahead of its second…
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Benefits of 3D printing on board the RRS Sir David Attenborough
Blogpost 4 October, 2023
Traditionally when working in a remote environment, we fall back on wood and glue to repair and modify parts onboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough. Quite often, the plastic components…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough samples A23a iceberg during climate science mission
News 4 December, 2023
ANTARCTICA: Scientists aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough collected samples of seawater around the A23a mega iceberg, the largest iceberg in the world. New video footage shows the enormous iceberg,…
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All aboard: RRS Sir David Attenborough is about to depart
Blogpost 3 December, 2022
David Wilkins is the Net Zero Engagement and Support Officer at British Antarctic Survey. He recently visited our new polar ship, RRS Sir David Attenborough. On this International Day of…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough heads for open sea
News 17 November, 2020
…the propulsion, steering, engineering and navigation systems. RRS Sir David Attenborough leaves Liverpool – view from the bridge (Capt. Will Whatley BAS) RRS Sir David Attenborough departs Liverpool RRS Sir…
RRS Sir David Attenborough – COVID impacts on ship into service timeline
News 18 March, 2021
CAMBRIDGE: British Antarctic Survey (BAS) is today notifying the UK marine polar research community of its intention to re-schedule RRS Sir David Attenborough’s (SDA) ice trials, science capability and equipment…
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Antarctica: Getting Ready for RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 19 December, 2019
…fit for the future. Getting the research station ready to berth the RRS Sir David Attenborough requires ambitious and complex engineering. This season the remaining 14 of the 20 steel…
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Launch of RRS Sir David Attenborough – in pictures
News 16 July, 2018
…RRS Sir David Attenborough at 12.25 precisely. Credit_BAS (from left to right) Cammel Laird Chief Executive John Syvret watches Sir David Attenborough and BAS Director Prof Dame Jane Francis push…
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New Antarctic Wharf Ready for the RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 16 April, 2020
A new £40 million wharf to moor the RRS Sir David Attenborough has been used by polar ships for the first time at British Antarctic Survey’s Rothera Research Station in…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough getting ready for next phase of sea trials
News 30 June, 2021
The RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) is getting ready for its next round of sea trials. This is an important part of the preparations for the ship’s first Antarctic mission….
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Workshop: Giant Piston Coring capability on RRS Sir David Attenborough
Event 27 March, 2024
…future use of the Giant Piston Corer (GPC) from the new NERC research vessel, the RRS Sir David Attenborough. Note: The ship’s geographical working areas are not only limited to…
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Opportunity to work on RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 19 March, 2024
Scientists are invited to apply to conduct research on the British Antarctic Survey research vessel RRS Sir David Attenborough in May-June 2025. The research ship will undertake two trips between…
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RRS Sir David Attenborough – November 2020 Science Users’ Workshop Report
Publication 17 March, 2021
Executive Summary In November 2020, 198 delegates attended a three-day science-users’ workshop to discuss the science and operation of the new polar research ship RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA). Held…
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Science at sea
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…When she commences polar operation in late 2021, the RRS Sir David Attenborough will usher in the next generation of polar and marine research. RRS Sir David Attenborough Commissioned by…
The RRS Sir David Attenborough in the virtual wind tunnel
News 27 October, 2017
The RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) just got a step closer to completion as the Hamburg Ship Model Basin (HSVA) investigated the aerodynamic performance of Britain’s new polar research vessel…
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May 2017. RRS Sir David Attenborough Cruise Planning and Operations Workshop Report
Publication 4 June, 2017
This report summarises the presentations, discussions, conclusions and recommendations of a workshop on research cruise planning and operations for the UK’s new polar research vessel, the RRS Sir David Attenborough…
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New autonomous robotic for RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 15 March, 2021
…autonomous surface vehicle, newly funded by NERC, will enhance observation on RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) expeditions. It will increase the scope of the ship to work in shallow and…
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Ship is named with royal ceremony
News 26 September, 2019
…– Sir David Attenborough. Nobody has done more than David to spread the message that we should understand and protect our planet, and I’m delighted that he is being honoured…
King Edward Point: A new wharf for the RRS Sir David Attenborough
Blogpost 17 April, 2020
…Programme. The project will enable the new UK polar ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough to berth at King Edward Point Research Station and support world-class science for the next…
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How’s life on the RRS Sir David Attenborough?
Blogpost 21 December, 2021
It’s been a busy few weeks for RRS Sir David Attenborough! After departing the UK on its maiden voyage over a month ago, the ship has made it all the…
New refit yard announced for RRS Sir David Attenborough
News 10 December, 2022
Babcock International’s Rosyth shipyard today has been awarded £45 million to maintain the UK’s fleet of three scientific research vessels – including RRS Sir David Attenborough. The three vessels are…
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SDA Science Trials
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…reception in Parliament A live link to SDA during the Parliament reception The Speaker Sir David Attenborough BAS Director & Science Minister Sir David Attenborough Exhibition in Parliament Live Link…
Free 3-day public event, Greenwich, London: Ice Worlds Festival of Polar Science 28-30 October 2021
Event 28 October, 2021
…online Watch the live feed from the RRS Sir David Attenborough and talks in the National Maritime Museum here: https://www.bas.ac.uk/media/creative-services/live/ Explore the virtual RRS Sir David Attenborough here: https://www.bas.ac.uk/VirtualSDA …
New polar ship makes London debut
News 28 October, 2021
RRS Sir David Attenborough visits London as pre-COP event ahead of first mission to Antarctica. The UK’s new polar research ship is making its London debut in Greenwich (Thursday 28…
New polar research ship makes a ‘splash’
News 11 July, 2018
…David Attenborough will deliver world-leading research to help tackle the environmental challenges of our age, including climate change and protecting our oceans. “The work of Sir David has engaged millions…
Geology and geophysical facilities
Science facility
…predictions of future climate and sea level change. This information is important for informing Government strategy for mitigating against these risks. The RRS Sir David Attenborough is equipped with a…
Guest blog: Ship Ahoy!
Blogpost 21 October, 2020
…new polar research ship for Britain the RRS Sir David Attenborough. In this guest blog Nigel thanks the many people who made the vision a reality, and reflects on the…
New polar research ship embodies ‘spirit of Shackleton’
News 5 January, 2022
One hundred years on from the death of the famous polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton, the UK’s new polar research ship, RRS Sir David Attenborough, will be exploring the very…
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Collaborative Antarctic Science Scheme – Introduction
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…aboard the RRS SDA The RRS Sir David Attenborough will be undertaking two rotations between Punta Arenas in Chile and Rothera Research Station in early May and mid-June 2025. The…
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New polar ship reaches first construction milestone
News 17 October, 2016
…with the RRS Sir David Attenborough and polar science. Speaking at the ceremony Universities and Science Minister Jo Johnson says, “The RRS Sir David Attenborough, with Boaty McBoatface operated from…
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Extreme Antarctica: Science, Engineering and Construction
Event 26 March, 2021
…about the RRS Sir David Attenborough‘s construction, and how to pursue a career as a polar captain. Wednesday 31 March RRS Sir David Attenborough video premiers! Four new videos…
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Celebrating Christmas in Antarctica 2021
News 23 December, 2021
…they are settled in, will celebrate Christmas a few days later, though probably minus the decorations, tree and tinsel! RRS Sir David Attenborough The crew of the RRS Sir David…
A new polar research ship for Britain: project delivery
Project
…is conducted in the Polar Regions. The RRS Sir David Attenborough will deliver world-leading capability for UK research in both Antarctica and the Arctic. Visualisation of the RRS Sir David…
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New polar ship construction milestone
News 18 August, 2017
A major feat of engineering takes place this week (21 August) as the “stern section” of the new polar research ship for Britain, the RRS Sir David Attenborough, is transported…
Science this season
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RRS Sir David Attenborough is back in the UK. After a successful science season, the RRS Sir David Attenborough is back in the UK! Its currently in Rosyth for a…
Design & engineering features
Ship
The RRS Sir David Attenborough design brief required powerful engines for navigation through ice; quiet, low-vibration operation to enable the use of sensitive acoustic instruments while underway; and adherence to…
Trinity House Cadets join polar ship
News 12 May, 2022
Trinity House Merchant Navy Cadets are joining Britain’s new polar research vessel RRS Sir David Attenborough. Three Cadets will be joining the vessel in the Falkland Islands this week for…
December 2023: Inside the race to Net Zero at British Antarctic Survey
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…also have a significant indirect carbon impact from reducing the demand for refuelling the station using our ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough. The same principles apply at our Cambridge…
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Virtual Tour – RRS Sir David Attenborough
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Welcome aboard the RRS Sir David Attenborough. The new polar ship is commissioned by NERC, built by Cammell Laird and operated by BAS….
Couple tie the knot in Antarctica
News 25 April, 2022
RRS Sir David Attenborough stewards Eric Bourne and Stephen Carpenter, tied the knot yesterday (Sunday 24 April) at British Antarctic Survey’s (BAS) Rothera Research Station. It is the first same-sex…
Fantastic fjords emerging from glacier retreat
Blogpost 16 March, 2023
…Sir David Attenborough Science Trials In collaboration with marine biologists from other nations, a team on board the RRS Sir David Attenborough are investigating how life colonizes fjords emerging from…
Net, trawl and sledge system capability
Science facility
BAS owns a number of bespoke nets, trawls and sledges that can be deployed from the RRS Sir David Attenborough to sample ecosystems in the water column and on the…
Polar ships engineering team
Team
Our ambition Our ambition is to ensure that RRS Sir David Attenborough, our polar research vessel, is ready to conduct science and logistic missions in the harshest of marine environments….
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to attend Naming Ceremony of New Polar Ship
News 5 September, 2019
…September 2019. The ceremony of the RRS Sir David Attenborough is the highlight of a three-day celebration of UK science, engineering, and shipbuilding. About the RRS Sir David Attenborough This…
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UK and Australian new polar research ships rendezvous on sea trials
News 20 July, 2021
…upcoming 2021/22 season. For more information on RSV Nuyina and the Australian Antarctic Division visit https://www.antarctica.gov.au/antarctic-operations/travel-and-logistics/ships/icebreaker/ For more information on RRS Sir David Attenborough and British Antarctic Survey, visit bas.ac.uk/rrs-sir-david-attenborough….
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2023-2024 field season begins for British Antarctic Survey
News 19 October, 2023
…The first BAS Twin Otter aircraft arrived in Antarctica earlier this week having flown from Canada with the fleet and today the RRS Sir David Attenborough departs the UK to…
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A new Antarctic season begins for 2024/25
News 24 October, 2024
…and exciting projects being delivered across British Antarctic Survey’s (BAS) five research stations and the UK’s polar research ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough. Over the coming months, teams will…
RRS Sir David Attenborough Webcam
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Some previous webcam images from our stations and ships…
Get your Ticket to Antarctica! Your name will go on a journey to the frozen wilderness
News 7 October, 2024
*It’s not too late to sign up to Ticket to Antarctica. Your name can join RRS Sir David Attenborough in the Falkland Islands* Do you dream of visiting Antarctica? Well,…
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Update – polar ship stern block arrives in Birkenhead
News 29 August, 2017
The “stern section” of the new polar research ship for Britain, the RRS Sir David Attenborough, arrived at Cammell Laird’s shipyard in Birkenhead this weekend (27 August 2017). The video…
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COP26 – Supporting the UK Presidency- watch recordings
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…bring a festival of polar science and engineering to the public in the National Maritime Museum. New polar research ship RRS Sir David Attenborough made a special visit to London,…
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Labs and workshops
Science facility
The laboratory and workshop facilities on board the RRS Sir David Attenborough are key components of the ship’s design. They are essential for conducting science on board a polar research…
Blog. No more hammocks and baths once a week!
Blogpost 13 June, 2018
With most of the RRS Sir David Attenborough’s hull built, and the final block Block 51 – the accommodation and Bridge – almost complete, ship Communication Officer Mike Gloistein pays…
Training in Norway
Blogpost 8 November, 2018
Ship Communication Officer Mike Gloistein gives us an insight into how the crew are preparing for their roles on board the RRS Sir David Attenborough. When one hears the name…
Meet the crew: Captain Will Whatley
Blogpost 10 March, 2021
Last month, the RRS Sir David Attenborough carried out two weeks of sea trials around the UK. We caught up with Captain Will Whatley to find out how it feels…
Gallery opens at National Maritime Museum
News 11 June, 2022
Britain’s new polar research ship, RRS Sir David Attenborough, is centre-stage in a new gallery, ‘Poles Apart’, which opened today at the Royal Museums Greenwich National Maritime Museum. The exhibition…
BAS @ Protecting Our Planet Day 2022
Event 10 November, 2022
…tackle climate change challenges. Highlights include: A unique opportunity to say hello to Captain Will Whatley live from RRS Sir David Attenborough, one of the most advanced polar research vessels…
British Antarctic Survey’s 2022-2023 field season begins
News 3 November, 2022
…Over 500 people are working in Antarctica this season on BAS research stations, on RRS Sir David Attenborough, in the field and in collaboration with other Antarctic operators. Through our…
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AI tool to revolutionise polar ship navigation
News 15 November, 2022
…Whatley, Master of RRS Sir David Attenborough, says: “This innovative new tool is going to help us ensure RRS Sir David Attenborough remains as fuel efficient as possible, I’m particularly…
Celebrating the Festive Season in Antarctica
News 22 December, 2022
…the kitchen that day. Advent calendar at Rothera RRS Sir David Attenborough On the RRS Sir David Attenborough, there will be a full Christmas meal, with carols on the helideck…
NERC update on polar research planning
News 28 February, 2023
…transmission of COVID-19 and with the subsequent delay in the construction of the RRS Sir David Attenborough most polar marine science cruises and major Antarctic field science projects were unable…
Breaking records and exploring life in the abyss
Blogpost 21 March, 2023
…regularly work at sea, and whilst this is Huw’s 7th trip to Antarctica and Jamie’s first trip, neither of us had ever set foot on the RRS Sir David Attenborough…
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First Antarctic research mission on polar ship
News 20 November, 2023
A team of international researchers set sail on the RRS Sir David Attenborough today (20 November) to answer some of the big questions about how Antarctic ecosystems and sea ice…
2023 in 10 stories from British Antarctic Survey
Blogpost 30 December, 2023
…BIOPOLE was the first science cruise on RRS Sir David Attenborough After several seasons of testing and trials, RRS Sir David Attenborough departed Falkland Islands for it’s first science mission…
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Greenland science expedition aims to unveil critical climate insights
News 15 July, 2024
This week (Friday 19 July) the UK’s polar research vessel the RRS Sir David Attenborough makes its first science expedition to the Arctic. A team will work in south-east Greenland…
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British Antarctic Survey publishes carbon emissions for 2023/2024
News 13 August, 2024
…data for 2023/2024 includes an assessment of emissions from the five BAS Antarctic stations, the RRS (Royal Research Ship) Sir David Attenborough, fleet of aircraft and travel to and from…
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Cargo and packing
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…Fitzcharles At the fieldwork planning stage Ship itineraries and routes BAS vessel RRS Sir David Attenborough normally sails in the Autumnn (early October). The deadline for the receipt of cargo…
Polar Explorer Programme
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…to build on the excitement generated by the commissioning and building of the new polar research ship RRS Sir David Attenborough, and its automated submersible Boaty McBoatface. The Polar Explorer…
Rothera Research Station Modernisation
Project
…forefront of climate, biodiversity and ocean research. This comprehensive modernisation includes a new wharf for the RRS Sir David Attenborough and a new science and operations facility, the Discovery Building….
Acoustic instruments
Science facility
Because water attenuates light rapidly, we need to rely on something other than sight to visualise the underwater world. The RRS Sir David Attenborough has a range of state-of-the-art acoustic…
ICT facilities
Science facility
RRS Sir David Attenborough has enhanced satellite communications and data processing and storage systems to meet the increasing requirement for data-intensive operations. Communications The ship’s telephone and PA network, SeaQNet,…
Bird Island Research Station Modernisation
Project
…equipment are brought ashore by a ship’s cargo tender (small vessel) which moors at the research station jetty. To accommodate the RRS Sir David Attenborough cargo tender, and reduce the…