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UN shipping climate talks ‘captured’ by industry lobbyists

UN shipping climate talks ‘captured’ by industry lobbyists

SOURCE: Climate Change News DATE: October 23, 2017 SNIP: The shipping industry has “captured” UN talks on a climate target for the sector, using its clout to delay and weaken emissions curbs. That is the conclusion of a report by business lobbying watchdog Influence...
First tanker crosses northern sea route without ice breaker

First tanker crosses northern sea route without ice breaker

SOURCE: BBC DATE: August 24, 2017 SNIP: A commercial LNG tanker has sailed across the colder, northern route from Europe to Asia without the protection of an ice-breaker for the first time. The specially-built ship completed the crossing in just six-and-a-half days...