Shipping first as commercial tanker crosses Arctic sea route in winter
by Megan Darby for Climate Home News from Environment | The Guardian on (#3FS6M)
The crossing, unassisted by an icebreaker vessel, marks a milestone as thawing polar ice opens up Russia's northern coastline, reports Climate Home News
An LNG tanker designed for icy conditions has become the first commercial ship to travel the Arctic's northern sea route in winter.
It marks a milestone in the opening up of Russia's northern coastline, as thawing polar ice makes industrial development and maritime trade increasingly viable.
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