EventSingapore‑registered Sea Legend Shipping’s 1,740‑TEU Dubai Tower finished its first 2026 China‑Europe Arctic service leg, completing a westbound run through the Northeast Passage. The vessel then turned back north to the Suez Canal and south through North Africa en route to Asia, as planned before it reached Europe. During the Arctic crossing, drifting ice forced temporary detours, speed reductions and schedule adjustments.
Singapore liner Sea Legend’s 1,740‑TEU boxship Dubai Tower completed its first 2026 China‑Europe Arctic Express leg and sailed south through the Suez Canal on 5 Oct, after detours prompted by drifting ice. The carrier plans eight 2026 voyages using ice‑strengthened vessels.
Chinese carrier Sea Legend has announced a schedule of eight weekly container ship sailings between China and Europe through the Russian Arctic, commencing in August.
