Sea Legend Begins Regular Arctic ServiceThe new service follows Sea Legend’s trial voyage through the Northern Sea Route in September 2025. One of them is Istanbul Bridge, a vessel with a deadweight of 66,781 tonnes that completed a Northern Sea Route voyage in 2025. More Ships Using Northern Sea RouteInterest in the Northern Sea Route has increased in recent years. Researchers at the University of Southampton found that Arctic sea ice during the peak winter period fell by 5.8% between 2024 and 2025. Arctic Shipping Brings New RisksOperating in the Arctic is more difficult than sailing on established commercial routes.