I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Oom Koos on the 28th of November. This man was a true SANAE legend, with sixteen voyages down South under his belt.
Koos touched the lives of many SANAE over-winterers and takeover personnel, including myself and the 51st overwintering team, over his many years of dedication to the Antarctic Programme. In fact, he even missed the birth of his first grandchild, to join us on the “final voyage” of the Agulhas I.
Koos, you will be sorely missed down South and I look forward to raising my glass in your honour at this year’s takeover function. Rest in peace bro.