A few months ago, the wreck of the Endurance, the ship of British explorer Ernest Shackleton, was found at 3000 meters depth off the coast of Antarctica, where it had been crushed by ice in 1915. This incredible discovery is the result of an extraordinary human and technological adventure, recounted by Nicolas Vincent, head of underwater operations.
An emotional return
More than three months after his return, Nicolas Vincent shares the details of the Falklands Maritime Heritage Trust (FMHT) expedition, which led to the discovery of the wreck. For ten years, he has been responsible for operations at Deep Ocean Search, a company specializing in the search for shipwrecks around the world, and he has faced many challenges. « But the Weddell Sea, » he acknowledges, « is something else. Before leaving, no one really knew what to expect. » The preparation therefore had to take into account extreme weather conditions, where the cold mixed with the wind can cause temperatures to feel as low as -40°C, as well as unique technical challenges.
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