Articles tagged with Scott Base

Heather Simpson Appointed Deputy Chair of Antarctica New Zealand Board

1 month ago | 270 views

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has appointed Heather Simpson as Deputy Chair of Antarctica New Zealand, recognizing her extensive governance experience and strategic understanding of Antarctica's importance to New Zealand. Ms. Simpson, a board member since 2024, has contributed to supporting research, environmental stewardship, and oversight of the Scott Base Redevelopment Project. Her new role will involve assisting the Chair and Board in navigating a strategically and operationally challenging period, effective from April 1, 2026.

Tags: Winston Peters Heather Simpson Antarctica New Zealand Deputy Chair Scott Base Redevelopment Foreign Minister Board Member Governance Environmental Stewardship New Zealand

Germany and New Zealand Strengthen Antarctic Cooperation for Research and Environmental Protection

3 months ago | 534 views

The Governments of Germany and New Zealand, both committed to the Antarctic Treaty System, collaborate to promote shared interests in Antarctic research, environmental protection, and operational knowledge exchange between their National Antarctic Programmes. They emphasize protecting Antarctica's peace, demilitarization, and environmental integrity, advocating adherence to Treaty principles and coordinating governance with relevant legal frameworks. To strengthen cooperation, the Participants will engage in regular dialogue, support scientific collaboration, and meet annually to discuss mutual interests related to Antarctic governance and research.

Tags: Federal Republic of Germany New Zealand Antarctic Treaty System Helmholtz Zentrum Antarctica New Zealand Bundesanstalt für Geowissenschaften und Rohstoffe Ross Sea Scott Base COMNAP