Seasons
Cargo schedule for 2025–26
The Cargo Planning Framework outlines the procedures for submitting electronic consignments in the eCon system and delivering cargo to Supply Chain Operations. This framework applies to all cargo voyages and C17 flight windows.
If you have questions, anticipate that your cargo will be late, or have large volumes to deliver, please contact cargo.planning@aad.gov.au. For further information, see the Cargo webpage.
11-Aug-25
11-Aug-25
11-Aug-25
11-Aug-25
01-Sep-25
03-Nov-25
17-Nov-25
17-Nov-25
17-Nov-25
29-Dec-25
Places for 2025–26
- Hobart
- Casey
- Davis
- Mawson
- Macquarie Island
- Burnie, Tasmania
- Dumont D'Urville
- Heard Island
- Singapore
- Sea Trials
- Whale Mooring
Hobart
Casey
Davis
Mawson
Macquarie Island
Burnie, Tasmania
Dumont D'Urville
Heard Island
Singapore
Sea Trials
Whale Mooring
Flights for 2025–26
Where operationally possible, mail will be supported on some flights to Antarctica. All mail must be received at least 10 days before the scheduled departure of the flight. Please be aware that there are restrictions on what can be sent by mail. Please see the Mail information webpage for more information or contact cargo.planning@aad.gov.au.
Voyages for 2025–26
VTRIALS, RSV Nuyina
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Purpose of voyage: Marine Science Trials and Calibrations
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.
V1, RSV Nuyina
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Purpose of voyage: Casey Fly-Off, Heard Island Field Campaign, Davis Over Ice Resupply, Refuel and Personnel Changeover
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.
V2, RSV Nuyina
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Purpose of voyage: Casey Resupply/Refuel, Mooring Retrievals, HIMI Ship Supported Field/Marine Campaign
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.
VR1, L'Astrolabe
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Purpose of voyage: French Antarctic Program - Dumont D'Urville via Macquarie Island (Deployment of MI/S)
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.
V3, RSV Nuyina
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Purpose of voyage: Mawson Resupply, Refuel and Personnel Changeover and Davis Summer Personnel Retrieval
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.
V4, RSV Nuyina
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Purpose of voyage: Macquarie Island Resupply, Refuel and Personnel Changeover
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.
V5, RSV Nuyina
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Purpose of voyage: Alongside Maintenance and Dry Docking
Cargo for this voyage must be consigned and delivered in line with the Cargo Planning Framework. Consignments should be submitted in the eCon system within the Green Zone ( to ). With approval, consignments submitted in the Green Zone for this transport can be delivered up until .
For enquiries about cargo or mail, please contact Supply Chain Operations. If you do not comply with the Framework deadlines, your cargo may not be accepted for transport on this voyage. All cargo must meet the AAD’s biosecurity requirements.
Mail for this transport must be delivered to the AAD by . More information on sending mail to expeditioners can be found on the Antarctic postal information page.