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Thursday, 20 May 2021, 2:18 pm
Antarctica New Zealand is thrilled the Government has
committed $344 million to rebuild New Zealand’s home in
Antarctica, Scott Base.
The announcement has just been
made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon Nanaia Mahuta as
part of Budget 2021.
The funding covers capital
investment of $306 million, including the replacement of the
windfarm and project operating costs of $38
million.
The money will be used to replace the
existing base and redevelop the Ross Island Wind
Farm.
Antarctica New Zealand Chief Executive Sarah
Williamson says it’s a significant
milestone.
“This funding is vital to secure New
Zealand’s future in Antarctica and our ability to continue
Thursday, 20 May 2021, 3:05 pm
ChristchurchNZ is delighted the Government confirmed
funding in today’s Budget announcement for the
redevelopment of Scott Base in Antarctica, New Zealand’s
home on the icy continent.
Ōtautahi Christchurch is
one of only five Antarctic Gateway cities in the world, and
the official gateway and logistics hub for several
international Antarctic programmes, including Antarctica New
Zealand and the United States Antarctic Program.
The
Scott Base redevelopment project is expected to create more
than 700 jobs over six years, mainly in Canterbury. These
are expected to include design, construction, logistic and
project management roles.
Christchurch-based company
Leighs Construction is the preferred contractor for the
A long-overdue makeover of Scott Base has received a near-$350m Budget boost - ensuring New Zealand's continued presence on the frozen continent.
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