The sailing research vessel Malizia Explorer has left Ushuaia for a multi-week scientific expedition to the remote Danger Islands in Antarctica, marking the first mission of its kind carried out by Team Malizia.
The crew departed on the evening of November 18 after waiting several days for a stable weather window to safely cross the Drake Passage.
Leading the team is offshore sailor and environmental advocate Boris Herrmann, who is joined by a group of scientists and media professionals.
The expedition is expected to continue until mid-December, with the team aiming to return to Ushuaia after completing research activities around the islands.
The Danger Islands, positioned at the northern end of the Antarctic Peninsula, are considered one of the regions most visibly affected by rapid climate change.
Despite this vulnerability, the archipelago remains largely untouched and serves as a significant scientific reference area. It is also known for hosting the largest Adélie penguin
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