Australian icebreaker Nuyina completes voyage to Denman Glacier in Antarctica

For safety purposes, the team adapted to 12-hour shifts, organising 24/7 availability of all technical skillsets. This included highly trained staff such as experienced ice navigators and dynamic positioning operators.

Where new operations were being undertaken to support research goals, the crew worked to provide scientists with maximum access to desired locations and marine life. This involved everything from developing new strategies, including running rehearsals of tender launches, to holding MOB practices to ensure thorough preparation.

Having successfully completed its dedicated marine science voyage for AAP, Nuyina departed on May 12 for its fourth voyage of the season, with the purpose of conducting resupply to Macquarie Island.