Information

Report (sitrep) ID:
20052
Universal time (UTC):
04:42
Australian time (AEST):
15:42
Position:
68° 34′ S, 77° 55′ E
Heading:
157
Speed:
0.0 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
0 NM
Weather conditions:
sky clear / 11 knots SSW
Air temperature:
−5.0 °C
Sea conditions:
mirror smooth
Sea temperature:
−1.8 °C

Comments

Inbound Davis cargo was all delivered today, and a good start made on RTA. RTA (Return To Australia) cargo loading has continued throughout the morning, and we are on track to complete all cargo operations by this evening, barring any issues with the lay-down area. The lowers are closed, and the tweens are nearly full, including a Hagglund vehicle and some very oddly shaped loads of assorted goods. This morning we started an engine and removed the ice anchor, so we are ticking over, holding our position, and will be ready to depart when we want to. The weather has been remarkably well behaved over the last few days, which has been a huge help. That, and everyone's cheery resolve to get the job done in good time, and safely too. We're not finished yet, but you can see the end from here...
Regards, Doug & Andrew

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