China announced that its 41st Antarctic expedition team has been set to sail on 8 November for a seven-month mission.
The announcement it is stated that China will be starting a mission expected to last nearly seven months. Over the coming months, researchers will build the supporting infrastructure for the Qinling Station in Antarctica.
Furthermore, the research team will investigate the impact of climate change on the Antarctic ecosystem and conduct international research and logistics cooperation.
The expedition will be carried out by three ships, including research icebreakers Xuelong and Xuelong 2, or Snow Dragon and Snow Dragon 2, as well as cargo vessel Yong Sheng.
