Shoreline on remote island retreats by 74 metres in seven years due to increased wave power of unfrozen sea, and thawing permafrost.

New shipping link symbolises developing Arctic economy which can avoid eco-damage, says Putin.

Permanent customs task force unveiled as Sabetta gears up to take Russian goods and gas over the top of the world.

Permanent patrols commence led by the heavy nuclear-powered guided-missile cruiser Pyotr Velikiy.

Siberian expedition to find English steamboat 'The Thames' led by pioneering British mariner that sank in 1876.

Critics call it ‘Chernobyl on ice’ but authorities say it is vital to provide energy to remote port in Chukotka.

Russian officials refused to allow the vessel to enter the Northern Sea Route which Greenpeace dubbed 'a thinly veiled attempt to stifle peaceful protest'.

New road and rail link over the Nadym River.

Subsea permafrost thaws faster than previously thought, Russian scientists say.