China’s 42nd Antarctic Expedition Concludes as Xuelong 2 Returns Home
The 42nd Antarctic expedition has concluded with Xuelong 2 returning to Shanghai after a 35,000-km voyage including joint research in Prydz Bay.
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Chinese Icebreakers Converge in Antarctica to Build Qinling Station
China’s research icebreaker Xuelong 2 and cargo vessel Yong Sheng have converged in Antarctica to construct Qinling Station, advancing China’s 41st Antarctic expedition and expanding its polar research capabilities.
China’s Icebreaker Xuelong 2 Departs Hong Kong After Landmark Visit
China’s first domestically built icebreaker, Xuelong 2, departs Hong Kong after a landmark visit engaging the community and highlighting polar research.
China’s Polar Icebreaker Xuelong 2 Arrives in Hong Kong After Antarctic Expedition
China’s first domestically built polar icebreaker, Xuelong 2, arrives in Hong Kong SAR after completing an Antarctic expedition, marking its first visit to the region.