What’s good for the Arctic may be bad for the North Atlantic, insurer warns

A warming climate has made it easier to sail polar routes, but the opening Arctic is not without its dangers.

By Kevin McGwin July 31, 2018
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The continued retreat of Arctic sea ice is making polar shipping an increasingly viable option for shippers, bringing with it potentially shorter distances between Asia and destinations and Europe and North America.

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