Long-Distance, Low-Impact? Inside Cargo Ship Travelling
July 9, 2013 1 CommentAs I sail through the English Channel and complete my last miles around the world on a reefer vessel, accompanying 5000 tons of kiwifruit on their way from New Zealand to Europe, let me share some thoughts I've had during the past few weeks on the sustainability of this transport mode. To start with, here are a few answers to the most common questions. Yes, today's cargo ships employ engine tec...
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