PRECon is a science-led consultancy specialising in polar research, expedition operations, climate education and scientific storytelling. Combining scientific expertise with extensive field experience, PRECon supports expedition planning, research operations, educational initiatives and science communication in challenging environments.

CAPABILITIES

Glaciology  Remote sensing & GIS  GNSS/GPR field methods  Field planning  Expedition readiness  Science communication  Specialist collaboration

FOUNDER
Dr. Wilson Cheung

FOUNDER & DIRECTOR · GLACIOLOGIST & EXPEDITION LEADER

Dr. Wilson Cheung is a glaciologist with polar field experience spanning scientific research, expeditions and education. His academic background and practical work inform PRECon's science-led approach.

—PhD in Glaciology, Queen's University, Canada

—Two ski expeditions to the South Pole

—Fellow of IASC, the Royal Geographical Society and the Royal Canadian Geographical Society

—Wilderness EMT and Mountain Leader

CORE TEAM

Our Polar Team

Our team members come from ocean science, expedition guiding and documentary photography, and have worked on the Arctic and Antarctic frontlines for years, bringing field experience and professional judgement to every project.

Nil Rodes

Oceanographer / Marine Scientist

A trilingual marine geoscientist specialising in polar and ocean science, marine geology and geophysical data analysis, with academic and field experience in Svalbard, Harbin and Cork.

Alex Chavanne

Polar Expedition Specialist

Over ten years as an outdoor guide and expedition leader, working at least six months a year in the Arctic and Antarctic, and providing field logistics and science support to Arctic research teams.

Eric Wong

Photographer & Polar Expedition Specialist

Mountaineer and documentary photographer who has soloed peaks such as Ama Dablam, with work published in National Geographic; a polar guide since 2019.

Wan

Expedition Guide & Ice Specialist

An expedition guide since 2016 on the Antarctic Peninsula, Weddell Sea, Ross Sea and sub-Antarctic islands, skilled in assessing risk for land and water operations.

START A PROJECT

Work with PRECon

Share a short brief: objectives, region and season, team size and budget range. We first review your requirements and suitability, then agree a scope of work and quotation with you.