Works in Progress

After the snow had piled up everywhere and wrapped the station in a white blanket, the sun finally came back. The drilling for the anchoring of the satellite antenna can begin in optimal conditions.

Working with the Hammar, a hydrolic crane on a sledge which allows the team to transport containers.

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The snow sticks to everything, but it won't remain on the solar pannels for long.

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The north side of the station. Some windows are entirely covered with snow.

© International Polar Foundation / René Robert
The sun is shining in this photo; however in the afternoon, clouds and powdery snow returned.

© International Polar Foundation / René Robert
Clearing the snow takes a long time due to the large amounts of hardened snow.

© International Polar Foundation / René Robert
Kristof and Jurgen are really busy. Soon all the Prinoths will be serviced and working fine.

© International Polar Foundation / René Robert
To keep their balance on the slippery EPDM rubber, everyone has his own technique.

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The bulldozer and the Prinoth are clearing away snow that has fallen from the roof.

© International Polar Foundation / René Robert
Nice weather has been back for two days. On the left you can see the station in the distance.

© International Polar Foundation / René Robert

Works in Progress

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