The Hidden Ocean Network Behind Almost Everything You Buy

Описание: Your everyday life depends on a hidden ocean network most people almost never see.

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Maritime shipping carries more than 80% of world trade by volume. This documentary follows the standardized containers, giant ships, ports, transshipment hubs, workers, trucks, rail links, and chokepoints that quietly connect factories to store shelves.

It also explains an important distinction: not all cargo travels in containers, and trade volume is not the same as trade value. Bulk carriers, tankers, and container ships each move different parts of the world economy.

SOURCES
UNCTAD, Review of Maritime Transport 2023: https://unctad.org/publication/review...
World Shipping Council, How Container Shipping Works: https://www.worldshipping.org/how-con...
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, Global Connectivity: https://www.mpa.gov.sg/maritime-singa...
International Maritime Organization, Shipping: indispensable to the world: https://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/Pr...

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