China shipper to start regular Arctic service as South Korea tests waters

TransportationEurope risks falling behind amid climate concerns, Russia sanctionsFloating ice in the Arctic Ocean: Nordic governments are increasingly alarmed by security challenges in the region as climate change clears routes for navigation. © ReutersCLEMENT NGUAugust 13, 2026 10:00 JSTLONDON -- A Chinese shipping company is poised to launch the first weekly container service between China and Europe via the Arctic in the coming days, while a South Korean line is due for a pilot voyage to test the alternative trade corridor.