What is Transpolar Sea Route?

The Transpolar Sea Route, also called the TSR is an Arctic Shipping route that stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean from the centre of the Arctic Ocean. It is shorter and deeper than the Northern Sea Route. This direct route via the North Pole would connect markets in North America, Europe and Asia.

It is also referred to as the Trans-Arctic Route and unlike the Northeast Passage, Northern Sea Route and Northwest Passage, it avoids the territorial waters of the Arctic states and is situated on the high seas.