Shipping in Arctic quadruples 2022 level
Maritime traffic in the Arctic has reached record levels, with 133 voyages through the Northern Sea Route last month—more than four times the number of trips in 2022, representing a 46% increase compared to April 2023. The melting ice caused by global warming has led to an expanded use of this route, with Russian ships responsible for half of the voyages, and Chinese vessels seeking alternative routes to European markets due to disruptions in the Middle East and the Red Sea.
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