Seaspan Shipyards (Seaspan) has awarded BCS Automation Ltd. (BCS) a contract for work on the Government of Canada’s new Offshore Oceanographic Science Vessel (OOSV).BCS has been in operation for 30 years and specializes in automated systems for the mar…
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But the upside in asset values for older tonnage cannot be ruled out due to strong prospects for earnings
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Newbuilding activity seems to have picked up lately, despite contrasting reports from shipbrokers. However, what they all seem to agree to, is that ship owners are actively looking to acquire more secondhand dry bulk tonnage. In its latest weekly repor…
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Exports rose in January on the back of increased sales to Europe, which rose from 2.7 million tonnes in December to 4.8 million tonnes in January. A strong end to 2018 meant that volumes for the full year totalled 87.4 million tonnes, 96.7% higher than…
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VesselsValue data suggests the value of a generic fixed age 15 year old Capesize Bulker has fallen 20% from 1st November 2018 to USD 12.2 million today. By contrast, other valuers are quoting figures or estimated ranges 15-30% higher. Company Director …
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