GEOGRAPHY
Physical - Hydrology
Most Active Seas by Marine Traffic
This list features the bodies of water with the most active daily traffic on Planet Earth based on the estimated number of vessels.
RANK | BODY OF WATER | AVG. DAILY VESSELS | DESCRIPTION |
1 | English Channel | 5000 vessels | The busiest shipping lane in the world, connecting the North Sea to the Atlantic Ocean. |
2 | South China Sea | 2000 vessels | A crucial maritime region with extensive shipping routes connecting major Asian economies. |
3 | North Atlantic Ocean | 1000 vessels | Heavily traveled for transatlantic shipping, especially between North America and Europe. |
4 | Mediterranean Sea | 800 vessels | An essential route for trade between Europe and Asia, heavily trafficked by cargo and passenger ships. |
5 | Gulf of Mexico | 800 vessels | A busy area for oil transportation and shipping routes, particularly for the U.S. economy. |
6 | Persian Gulf | 500 vessels | Essential for global oil transport, with heavy traffic from oil tankers and cargo vessels. |
7 | Caribbean Sea | 500 vessels | Popular for tourism and shipping, serving as a key route for goods between the Americas and Europe. |
8 | Red Sea | 300 vessels | A vital route for oil shipments, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean. |
9 | Bay of Bengal | 300 vessels | A significant maritime trade area, especially for shipping routes to Southeast Asia. |
10 | Bering Sea | 100 vessels | Important for fishing and maritime traffic, particularly for routes to Asia and North America. |
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