Antarctica Safety and Environment: New Rules for Expeditions
New regulations aim to enhance safety and environmental protection in Antarctica by requiring private expeditions to have insurance and contingency plans. This means that individuals organizing trips to Antarctica will be responsible for covering the costs of potential rescue operations and environmental cleanup, reducing the burden on government programs.
Key points
Private expedition organizers in Antarctica must have contingency plans and insurance for search and rescue, medical care, and evacuation.
If insurance or plans are lacking, the costs of rescue operations and environmental cleanup may be charged to expedition organizers.
Financial penalties for non-compliance and liability for environmental damage have been introduced.
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