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NATIONAL PROGRAM
New Zealand in Antarctica
Christchurch concentrates Ross Sea logistics and science; Scott Base supports the year-round presence and is entering a new redevelopment phase.
Reference profile · editorial review: 15 SEP 2026. Indicators are contextual and should be read with their period, methodology and primary source; they are not a real-time measure of available capacity.
PROGRAM
Antarctica New Zealand
Operates Scott Base, New Zealand’s science and logistics station in the Ross Sea region.
Antarctica New Zealand (opens a new tab)Reference indicators and scope
EDITORIAL ANALYSIS
Strengths
- Christchurch as a multinational hub
- Scott Base in the Ross Sea
- Heavy airlift infrastructure
- Specialised business ecosystem
MONITORING
What to watch
- Scott Base redevelopment
- Christchurch Antarctic economy
- Partnerships with the US, Italy and Korea
- Logistics and science innovation
CATALOGUE
Key assets and facilities
- Scott Base
- Christchurch Antarctic Network
- Hillary Field Centre
VERIFICATION