Despite the huge upswing in retail-driven cargo, there are concerns about the sustainability of the record-setting trend as unemployment threatens…
US retail sales drive containerised imports to record levels Read More »
The tanker market could be set for a year of two halves, with the first half a continuation of last year and the second half expected to be much improved. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “2020 was a rollercoaster year, one with…
Tankers: A Year of Two Halves Underway? Read More »
Capesize The market has surely surprised many this week after sparking into life and quickly surpassing levels seen in November and December 2020. The Capesize 5TC ended 2020 at $16,633 and now closes out its opening week of 2021 at a resounding $21,13…
Dry Bulk Market: Capesizes Start the New Year With Renewed Optimism Read More »
2021 ushers in a new cyber era for the shipping industry with the introduction of the requirement to address cyber risks in a vessel’s safety management system. This is just one of the many regulations that enter into force this year. Below, we look at…
Charting the 2021 maritime regulatory landscape Read More »
South African coal exports were always one of the dry bulk market’s most important trades. Based on the latest available data, during 2020, South Africa’s coal exports were increased. In a recent report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “South Afric…
South Africa Coal Exports: Are They Still a Factor in the Dry Bulk Market Read More »
