As the longest Arctic sailing season ever has come to an end, Russia is about to pass a law that is meant to regulate traffic along the Northern Sea Route. The Russian State Duma has passed a bill on the Northern Sea Route in a first reading. According to the bill, transport operators, including foreign companies, should have the same access to the Northern Sea Route. A centralized administration for the transport system will be established, but where this administration will be located, remains unknown. Read More