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Expedition cruise operators formalize a ban on dirty heavy fuel oil in the Arctic

A comprehensive ban from the International Maritime Organization has been elusive.

By Malte Humpert, High North News November 15, 2019
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While the International Maritime Organization has failed to heavy fuel oil, expedition cruise operators have now formalized a self-imposed ban on the fuel’s use in the Arctic. Environmental organizations praise the decision.

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