Shackleton's Endurance Shipwreck Receives Expanded Protection Zone

The conservation plan extends the perimeter around the historic Antarctic wreck from 500 meters to 1,500 meters to safeguard against increased accessibility and potential threats.

The Endurance, located 3,000 meters deep in the Weddell Sea, was discovered in 2022 after being lost since 1915.
The updated protection zone aims to prevent looting, damage from submersibles, and fishing gear entanglement.
The UK Antarctic Heritage Trust and Historic England spearheaded the new conservation management plan.
The site may be designated as an Antarctic Specially Protected Area, requiring permits for any visits.
Digital technologies are being explored to study and share information about the wreck without physical interference.