Getting to Kangerlussuaq There are currently only two international departure points for flights to Greenland and no international ferries: If you are already in Greenland, Air Greenland currently offer direct flight options from Ilulissat, Aasiaat, Sisimiut, Maniitsoq, Nuuk, and Narsarsuaq. For general information about visiting Kangerlussuaq, please refer to the Destination Arctic Circle website. Getting […]
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History Kangerlussuaq has attracted many companies testing their latest inventions in extreme cold climate. “If it works in Kangerlussuaq, it works everywhere”. The advantage is a stable winter climate with temperatures down to minus 40 degrees Celsius. The proximity of the cooling Ice Sheet gives Kangerlussuaq unique test opportunities, especially in October-November, compared to other
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The varying terrain, lack of urban areas, and the stable weather of Kangerlussuaq make it a prime location for testing cars and drones. Learn more about the opportunities and advantages in the area below.
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To conduct research or testing in Greenland, it may be necessary to arrange one or more permits ahead of time. Exactly what is required will depend on what you plan to do. Please refer to the Government’s official website for expeditions and research projects for more details and appropriate contacts: https://exp.gl/
Joint Science Education Project The Joint Science Education Project (JSEP) is an international collaboration between Greenland, the United States, and Denmark to educate and train the next generation of polar and STEM professionals. Since its initiation during the International Polar Year in 2007, high school students and teachers from the three countries work together during a
Researching in the Arctic necessitates specific clothes and gear. The temperatures, the weather in Kangerlussuaq is favourable but cold through may. The months of June, July and August are temperate with normal temperatures around +5 to approximately +20 degrees. Because of the Arctic mosquitoes infesting the West coast during the summertime, insect repellent and nets
Kangerlussuaq has been at the forefront of telecommunications in the Arctic. Special telecommunications equipment has been set up in and around Kangerlussuaq as a consequence of military forces, international airport, research and SAR operations. Specialised telecommunications experts have further information about possibliities in the town. Please contact:
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Kangerlussuaq offers an accessible and comprehensive base from which researchers can investigate a continental Arctic landscape under transition due to climate change. Several distinct ecosystems are within easy access of the town and enable a vast array of scientific research. Note: To conduct research in Greenland, it may be necessary to arrange one or more