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Sonardyne Supports BAS in GIANT Climate Mission with Advanced Positioning Technology
Sonardyne is providing underwater positioning technology for the GIANT climate science mission, which aims to gather data on Greenland's glaciers. The mission will utilize a fleet of autonomous vehicles, including the RRS Sir David Attenborough and various AUVs, to operate in extreme environments and collect comprehensive data. This initiative is significant as it involves 15 collaborating institutions and aims to improve climate models and early warning systems for ice loss in Greenland's fjords. The data collected will enhance understanding of tipping points that could impact global climate. The GIANT mission, running from July to August, will focus on mapping and monitoring ocean temperatures and glacier movements. It will employ a connected observing system of underwater vehicles, robotic sensors, and drones to gather unprecedented measurements in challenging conditions.
International Research Team Embarks on Greenland Expedition to Study Melting Glaciers
An international team of researchers is set to begin a six-week expedition in Greenland on July 16, 2026, to investigate the rapid melting of fjord glaciers and its implications for the Atlantic Ocean. The study aims to assess how this melting contributes to potential climate tipping points, particularly affecting ocean currents. The research is part of a five-year project called GIANT, led by the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and funded by the Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA). The team will utilize advanced technologies, including drones, marine robots, and sensors, to gather data that will enhance predictions regarding the future of Greenland's glaciers and their environmental impact. As the expedition unfolds, attention will be focused on the effects of Greenland's melting ice on the North Atlantic Subpolar Gyre and the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). Dr. Kelly Hogan from BAS emphasizes the significance of modern tools in exploring glacier-ocean interactions, highlighting the urgency of understanding these changes as they may occur within decades.
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