Tag: South Georgia

Launch of New South Georgia Entry Permit System Halted

Dr. Michael Wenger

The Government of South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands had planned to implement a new ETA system for visitors but had to delay these plans now.

A23a, a giant iceberg adrift

Mirjana Binggeli

Avian influenza reaches South Georgia

Dr. Michael Wenger

What has long been feared has now come to pass: The highly pathogenic HPAI-H5N1 avian influenza virus has reached South Georgia and cases have been confirmed by BAS.

Commercial whaling led to loss of genetic diversity

Julia Hager

During the 20th century, large whales had become so depleted by commercial whaling in the Southern Hemisphere that a loss of genetic diversity appeared to have occurred.

A manual to prevent biocontamination in South Georgia

Mirjana Binggeli

Reducing the risk of introducing harmful species and pathogens into South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands is the priority of the Biosecurity Handbook's new edition that has just been published online.

Research finds hints on "missing" microplastics off South Georgia

Julia Hager

An international research team off South Georgia investigated the sinking of tiny plastic particles in the Southern Ocean for the first time, the whereabouts of which have long been a mystery.

Kick-off meeting of South Georgia MPA review shows important results and achievements

Julia Hager

At a meeting to kick off the review of protected marine areas around South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands, experts presented key results and achievements from the past five years of conservation efforts and research.

Scientists and fishermen team up for the krill

Camille Lin

The trawlers that go after krill are keeping their catch under the precautionary threshold, and helping scientists learn more about an important marine resource

Now hiring: the post office at the end of the world

Mirjana Binggeli

South Georgia is looking for two postal employees for the 2023-2024 season. An attractive job offer for exceptional work in an exceptional place

Prestigious South Georgia Medal for Frederik Paulsen

Dr. Michael Wenger

The South Georgia Association has awarded Dr. Frederik Paulsen the prestigious "Morag Husband Campbell" medal for his efforts to protect South Georgia.