Essay on Tangible means of sustainable container shipping
Abstract
Since more than 80 percent of trade is conducted by sea (UNCTAD, 2022) and the majority of manufactured goods are transported in containers, shipping is essential for global commerce. Recently, sustainability has received a great deal of attention, and rightfully so; the container shipping industry is no exception. In order to improve the state of the world, it is true that we must ensure that every action we take has a positive impact on the environment, economy, and society as a whole. In addition, there is a lack of clarity regarding the specific actions that will or can be taken to advance sustainable shipping for the container segment, as well as the consequences of these actions. The purpose of this essay is to discuss some concrete methods for accelerating sustainability in container shipping.