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Now and in the future, deglobalization will significantly impact global economics, politics, and supply chains. This summary focuses on a key player: future cargo ships. Let’s zoom in on a few of the significant changes to look forward to.

• Autonomous navigation: Imagine cargo ships cruising without needing a human crew, thanks to advances in AI and robotics.
• Sustainable energy: Future ships might run on renewable energy like wind, solar, or hydrogen fuel cells. That means less pollution and a greener shipping industry.
• Advanced materials: Stronger, lighter materials like graphene and carbon fiber could make ships more efficient and eco-friendlier.
• Innovative cargo handling: Say hello to automated cranes, drones, and cargo robots. That means faster loading and unloading with less need for human work.
• Smart systems: Future ships could be packed with sensors and communication gear to pick the best routes and steer clear of danger, making shipping safer and more efficient.
• Energy efficient: Operating fewer, more resource-friendly container ships are already on the seas.
• Security: Tomorrow’s cargo ships must evolve to become greener, smarter, and more high-tech. America is the largest insurance market in the world, with a total premium of USD 2.8 trillion.

Soon, jumbo cargo ship companies, like MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company), a Swiss-based shipping company, will require permanent docking in North American harbors.

This is not just good for business—it’s good for the planet, too.