ImpulseRadar is proud to announce its support for the North Greenland Windsled Expedition (NGWE 2026) by providing a CrossOver System 730 ground penetrating radar (GPR) solution. The expedition will leverage this technology to investigate snow and ice structures across the Greenland ice sheet, contributing to ongoing climate and cryosphere research.
The expedition is led by renowned polar explorer Ramón Larramendi, founder of Windsled.org and pioneer of sustainable polar travel. The international team consists of six members representing Spain, Luxembourg, France, Germany, and Greenland, reflecting a strong collaborative approach to Arctic research.
The journey is scheduled to begin on May 7, 2026, from Upernavik in northern Greenland, following a west–east traverse across the ice sheet. This route, first successfully opened in 2025, represents a significant logistical and scientific achievement.
In addition to the windsled, the expedition will utilize two electric snowmobiles and a hydrocopter, combining traditional wind-powered mobility with modern, lower-impact technologies designed for polar environments.
ImpulseRadar’s CrossOver System 730 will play a key role in collecting subsurface data throughout the expedition. The GPR system will be used to analyze snow stratigraphy and ice structure, providing valuable insights into accumulation patterns and internal layering of the ice sheet.
The deployment and operation of the GPR system will be coordinated through B-FROST, a French association leading both scientific and educational initiatives.
This collaboration brings together Windsled.org, ImpulseRadar, Georeva, and B-FROST, highlighting the importance of international partnerships in advancing polar research and education.
ImpulseRadar is honored to contribute to this unique expedition and looks forward to the scientific outcomes generated during NGWE 2026.
