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How Finland’s multi-billion icebreaker deal with the US could leave the country in a frosty spot
A landmark US partnership puts Finland’s world-leading icebreaker in the spotlight. As its shipyards gear up for billions in orders, questions remain over politics, dependency and who is truly at the helm.
Inside Le Commandant Charcot, the world’s first luxury icebreaker cruise experience
Frozen seas are no barrier for the crew aboard the world’s first luxury ice-breaking ship.
Staying frosty
Without its hardy icebreakers, Finland would come to a frozen standstill. We hop aboard to find out how it’s done.
Icebreakers: life on board
Many seamen see icebreaking as a career pinnacle. We peek into the snug cabins, well-kitted kitchen and memorabilia-filled gym to see what serving on icebreaker ‘Kontio’ is really like. You can also catch up…
Icebreakers: rescue know-how
Finland has obvious natural advantages that have helped it become an icebreaking powerhouse but the country’s dominance in the field is startling. We travel to the Bay of Bothnia to bear witness to the…
Finn blue line
Icebreaking is in the DNA of Finns. Their shipping heritage and expertise put them in good stead to face challenges from foreign competition, climate change and a race for Arctic resources.
The ice man
Finland’s icebreakers keep the Baltic Sea navigable and its ports open. Captain Tommy Berg of the MSV Fennica says keeping the ship on the right course is ultimately a team effort.
