新华社权威快报｜中国第42次南极考察队从上海起航

Core Points - The 42nd Antarctic Expedition Team from China has set sail from Shanghai, organized by the Ministry of Natural Resources [2] - The expedition aims to advance the construction and optimization of the Qinling Station's supporting facilities [2] - The team will conduct scientific drilling tests in deep Antarctic lakes beneath over 3000 meters of ice [2] - The expedition will validate equipment such as the "Snow Leopard" 6×6 wheeled vehicle and the THT550 fully hydraulic high-power traction equipment [2] - The mission is supported by the vessels "Xuelong" and "Xuelong 2" [2] - Over 500 team members from more than 80 domestic units are participating, along with international researchers from over ten countries and regions [2] - The expedition is expected to complete its mission and return to China by May 2026 [2]