1st Edition
The Strategic Importance of Major Man-Made Sea Canals for Global Trade Environmental, Economic, and Social Impacts
By John Erik Hagen
Copyright 2026
178 Pages
12 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
178 Pages
12 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
178 Pages
12 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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The book focuses on the most significant man-made sea canals in the context of their strategic importance for maritime global trade. It provides insights into how these canals serve as key supply chains for industries, trade, and the provision of food and energy, emphasizing their central role in sustainability and the world’s major shipping routes.
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- Major Shipping Routes in Global Trade 2. Shipping Canals' Strategic Global Importance for a Safe, Secure and Efficient Supply Chain 3. Shipping Canals' Influence on the Global Economy and Why This Is Good for Consumers - and the Planet 4. Shipping Canals' Major Environmental Contribution as Man-Made "Shortcuts" 5. Social Impact of Businesses and Organizations in Canal Areas 6. Cases, Future Perspective of Major Man-Made Sea Canals, and Conclusions
Biography
John Erik Hagen has broad international maritime experience, including coordinator of the International Maritime Organization’s work on the e-Navigation Strategy Implementation Plan. He has a university degree, has been a naval officer, director-general, and regional director of the Norwegian Coastal Administration and is the author of books on e-Navigation and sustainability for shipping. John Erik Hagen has been chairman of the Board of Directors of the Norwegian bank Haugesund Sparebank, and was chairman of the Board of Directors of one of the largest ports in Norway, Karmsund Port Authority.
