Information

Vessel:
Polar Bird
Report (sitrep) ID:
16465
Universal time (UTC):
05:00
Australian time (AEST):
16:00
Position:
44° 45′ S, 145° 25′ E
Heading:
049
Speed:
10.0 kn
Weather conditions:
South South West gentle to moderate breeze 5 to 15 knots, cloudy and overcast.
Air temperature:
11 °C
Sea conditions:
rough, swell 2.5 to 4.00 metres
Sea temperature:
15 °C

Comments

Reduced speed overnight to ease rolling which was appreciated by all. Evening presentation session, debriefing and individual science discipline meetings are now concluded. BBQ dinner this evening will bring the voyage to a conclusion. Return of protective clothing undertaken this afternoon. Many thanks to the Master and crew, all expeditioners at Mawson and Davis and passengers for their help and cooperation in making the voyage a success in achieving all its designated objectives. The Master confirms the time of arrival at Pilot Station is 0800 tomorrow morning. REGARDS Richard and Jenny

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