Poles Apart

History

Established in 1986, Poles Apart’s origins lie in Antarctic field operations. The experience gained working in such a hostile climate has proved to be equally valuable when applied elsewhere.

Our success stems from a pragmatic approach to problem solving and an ability to adapt to rapidly changing conditions. We have gained a reputation for being extremely thorough in all areas of our work, from planning to execution.

We are proud that all our major clients have acknowledged that their projects would not have succeeded without our involvement.

Who we are

POLES APART Ltd is a specialist consultancy owned by David Rootes and Nick Lewis, two scientists with an extremely diverse range of skills and practical experience gained working in remote areas.

We contract a variety of associate consultants and guides depending on the specific skill sets required for different projects. Our past teams have included environmental chemists, marine biologists, commercial divers, bush pilots, medics and mountain guides amongst others. POLES APART only contract specialists with extensive experience in remote environments and many are considered to be amongst the most experienced people in their fields.

Self-reliance, self-sufficiency and adaptability are our hallmarks. We regularly operate in small groups based from temporary camps in inaccessible areas and often have to be responsible for all our communications, medical and safety needs. We are equally at home working as part of small research teams with specialist needs or large commercial operations with multiple aims. Our specialists undergo first-aid, marine survival and helicopter evacuation training in addition to their own extensive marine, mountain, desert or polar experience.

We believe that there are few other consultancies in the world that can offer the same range of services and skills as POLES APART.