(ThePoles.com) Last year was a dramatic time for the Russian side of the North Pole. In a logistics cold war, French Cerpolex simply plucked teams of the ice, stating their safety was in jeopardy. This year however, everything is back to order and Barneo will even be opening earlier then usual (end of March). And here's a scoop for you: Guess who's coming for some NP sledging this year: Prince Albert of Monaco!

All set to go

Here goes Center Polus press release on the 2006 season:

"Centre Polus and Vicaar began its 2006 Arctic season by providing the logistical support of Borge Ousland and Mike Horn expedition, as follows:

Find out more about Prince Albert's expedition to the North Pole at http://www.mounteverest.net/news.php?id=1560.