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Well this is a bit more like the Macca we all know and love! Today we pulled into Buckles Bay to anchor in winds around 20 knots which was higher than we had been expecting first up but well within our operating range for all assets. The weather then threw us a few challenges with increasing windspeed and gusts, resulting in us moving to Plan B for the day as the average windspeed eventually increased to above 30 knots. Expeditioner movement between the ship and the shore was placed on hold due to local conditions at the ship, and then cancelled. Helicopters weren't able to operate today either so the LARCs continued their good work in moving cargo into station and we started to bring the RTA (Return to Australia) cargo out and backload it to our holds. The operational personnel have had a very busy day juggling task in these changing conditions but this is not uncommon working in the sub Antarctic and they were all well up to the task. Our extensive planning, standard operating procedures and the skills of the personnel involved ensured that today was safe and successful. Despite being a lower tempo day we still managed to send in another 25 loads of cargo and received over 50 loads of RTA back to the ship – all by LARC. Those expeditioners 'stuck' onboard and unable to continue their work ashore have made the most of the day catching up on paperwork or even enjoying a good book or movie during a well earned rest.
REGARDS: Nicki and Chris
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A map showing Australia and Antarctica. The map shows the journey of one voyage that has occured in the season, with each route highlighted in a distinct colour.