Australia sends groundbreaking new technology to Antarctica as krill fishers eye expansion
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Antarctica has a contentious history of fishing and exploration.
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Australian scientists will today embark on a voyage into the ice for a mission that will test both new technology and our ability to keep Antarctica COVID-free.
Key points:
Commercial krill fishing in Antarctica has returned to a 30-year high
Scientists hope to measure the impact of hauls as fishers eye expansion of their fishing grounds
The crew is taking precautions to ensure no coronavirus is spread during the voyage
The primary aim of the two-month voyage is to measure the amount of krill in Australia s Antarctic region as demand for commercial fishing rises.