Arctic Vessel Traffic in the Bering Strait

This brief examines the risks posed by increasing vessel traffic and outlines a series of mitigation measures that authorities can implement to protect all those who depend on the Bering Strait—wildlife and indigenous communities, as well as ships and their crews.

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Language:English
Published: The Pew Charitable Trusts 2014
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Online Access:https://issuelab.org/resources/26530/26530.pdf
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Description
Summary:This brief examines the risks posed by increasing vessel traffic and outlines a series of mitigation measures that authorities can implement to protect all those who depend on the Bering Strait—wildlife and indigenous communities, as well as ships and their crews.