Containerisation and the growth in the size of container ships has both increased the speed and ease of global trade as well as reducing its cost. However, with a greater number of super-ships on our oceans accidents are bound to happen. The MV Rena grounded of New Zealand's Bay of Plenty has already leaked 20-30 tonnes of oil, but could leak up to 1700 tonnes if approaching gale force winds force the ship to break up. The leaking oil could damage one of New Zealand's most important tourist attractions as well harming wildlife.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-15235243
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