Arctic Marine Shipping Assessment

The Arctic Marine Shipping Assessment (AMSA) is a comprehensive study that evaluates shipping activities in the Arctic region. It examines current and future vessel traffic, environmental impacts, safety risks, and infrastructure needs as climate change makes the Arctic more accessible. The goal is to provide policymakers, industry, and communities with information to ensure safe, sustainable, and environmentally responsible shipping practices in this sensitive and rapidly changing environment. AMSA helps coordinate efforts to balance economic opportunities with the preservation of the Arctic’s unique ecosystems.