South Korea tests Arctic shipping route amid Russia-West row

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A South Korean container ship completed a Busan–Rotterdam round trip via the Arctic in 50 days, at least 10 days faster than the conventional route. The voyage highlights South Korea’s interest in the route amid tensions between Russia and Western countries.

A South Korean container ship completed a voyage to Western Europe through the Arctic Ocean off the northern coast of Russia in October, fueling Seoul’s hopes of exploiting the route as a shortcut for trade. The ship made the round trip from Busan to Rotterdam in just 50 days, saving at least 10 days compared ...