Northwest Passage could be used as a new shipping route

The video discusses the impact of climate change on Arctic shipping routes, highlighting the potential use of the Northwest Passage as a shortcut for global shipping. Currently, the Suez and Panama Canals are major routes, but future routes through the Bering Strait could significantly reduce travel distances and costs. The video also explores the possibility of ships traveling from Japan to Western Europe and from Yokohama to New York via the Northwest Passage, offering substantial time and distance savings.

How much could the travel distance be reduced by using the Northwest Passage?

What is the estimated time difference for ships traveling from Yokohama Port to New York City via the Northwest Passage compared to the standard route?