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joint efforts of the international experts. We cover the most recent
developments in science, business, and technologies, as well as key
political and economic trends across the Arctic in the form of news,
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A Ban On Cargo Insurance In The Arctic Seas: Russia Proposes Solutions
Russia responds to Western restrictions on insurance coverage for vessels carrying Russian crude oil and petroleum products purchased above the price cap
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Greater Voice of the Indigenous in the Arctic Shipping?
On January 22, the Inuit Circumpolar Council said it would stand for incorporation of Indigenous knowledge in International Maritime Organisation work to have a greater voice in shipping. This statement was made at the International Maritime Organisation Sub-committee meeting on ship construction in London.
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Russian Fishermen in the Faroes: Who's to Blame and What's Next?
No sooner had the world community discussed the news of Russia's denunciation of fisheries agreement with the UK than another important event in the fishing industry followed.
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Fish and Chips Under Threat or How the UK Lost a Fishing Privilege in the Barents Sea
On 18 January, the Russian Government considered the denunciation of a fisheries agreement with the UK that had allowed British fishing vessels to operate in specific areas of the Barents Sea for almost 70 years...
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Do Black Swans in the Middle East Provide Opportunities for the NSR?
Advancements in natural gas liquefaction and transport technologies have significantly expanded the market for natural gas-producing countries. A key advantage of liquefied natural gas (LNG) is random routing...
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Facing Confrontation in The Middle East: A New Impetus to the Arctic Routes?
Since mid-November 2023, the Houthis' actions in the Red Sea have posed a serious challenge to the safety of international commercial shipping, forcing many shipping companies to seek alternative routes to transport cargo.
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From Past to Present: How Hydrocarbon Production Methods Change in Russia
Russia was one of the first countries to search for oil and gas deposits in the Arctic...
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What to Know About Managing Ice Conditions in the Russian Arctic?
Facing climate change and increasing economic activity in the Arctic, ice management is becoming one of the key factors ensuring safe and efficient maritime operations...
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