How China can regain its crown as the global leader in green ship recycling

Harry Wang, a top Chinese ship-recycling veteran, says a government policy shift and a lot of investment are needed

When TradeWind's camera caught this old North Korean SD14-type tweendecker at Chung Xin Shipbreaking nearly 20 years ago, China was a major player in the global demolition markets, and rapidly becoming the leader in sustainable ship recycling practices.
When TradeWind's camera caught this old North Korean SD14-type tweendecker at Chung Xin Shipbreaking nearly 20 years ago, China was a major player in the global demolition markets, and rapidly becoming the leader in sustainable ship recycling practices.Jonathan Boonzaier
Published 22 March 2021, 01:44Updated 22 March 2021, 01:44
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