Northern Sea Route: Perspectives for Bulk Carriers and Liquid Tankers

摘要

The Northern Sea Route is the shortest route between the ports of Northern Europe and Asia. In the summer time the route is open for navigation for about 3-4 months and could be a preferable alternative in comparison with the southern route through the Suez Canal. Paper provides a current conditions overview of The Northern Sea Route, potential opportunities seem to be profitable and perspective for a worldwide shipping.