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Inform your discussions and decisions this week: with about 80% of goods being transported by sea, maritime transport makes a significant contribution to the global economy. However, it also represents nearly 3% of global greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions, making it an industry ripe for transformation. But what will development look like, and what are the potential implications? In this issue, find out what the major drivers of maritime transformation will be over the next 30 years and discover solutions to decarbonise shipping. Also, discover whether fully autonomous ships are becoming a reality. | | |  | | Take a journey through four possible futures for the maritime industry in our latest cutting-edge, interactive programme. | | Explore the future ➔ | | |  | | Sustainability | article | | How can we cut energy use in shipping? | | From fibreglass sails to charterer buying power, find out how the industry is creating positive change. | | Read here ➔ | | | |  | | Sustainability | article | | Commercialising fully autonomous ships | | The race to launch autonomous vessels is accelerating in Japan. Explore the challenges and opportunities of this new innovation. | | Find out more ➔ | | | |  | | Globalisation | data insight | | Insights for international trade success | | Factors such as rising shipping costs, geopolitical tensions and exchange rate fluctuations all impact profitability. How can obstacles be overcome? | | Discover more ➔ | | | |  | | Sustainability | article | | Shipping industry gets on board for decarbonisation | | Examine the progress and future plans of the shipping industry, as well as barriers to action. | | Read here ➔ | | | | Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here. | | | |
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