AN expedition retracing the steps of Sir Ernest Shackleton's heroic attempt to cross Antarctica will be undertaken with modern kit produced in Alfreton.
Terra Nova Equipment will be providing tents, clothing and accessories for the Imperial Trans Antarctic Centenary Expedition due to set off later this year.
The idea is to follow Shackleton's original plan to cross the Antarctic via the South Pole, marking the 100th anniversary of the epic journey.
The 1,500-mile route has never been attempted since Shackleton's ship Endurance was crushed by sea ice, forcing all on board to brave the merciless cold and gigantic waves of the South Atlantic to reach safety.
Terra Nova marketing director Carolyn Budding said: "We are delighted to be supporting this exciting British expedition which marks such an historic event in Polar exploration.
"With the prospect of facing severe conditions, the team approached Terra Nova and have selected Terra Firma and Hyperspace tents and extremities clothing accessories to protect them."
Stewart Stirling, team leader for the expedition, said: "I am fully confident that the kit will perform well during the expedition."
The Imperial Trans Antarctic Centenary Expedition will depart in November and is expected to take around 85 days.
