China service pushes Matson earnings past expectations in ‘very strong’ fourth quarter
Trajectory for 2025 depends on whether Red Sea normalises
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February 2025
Newbuilding Market Cools Down
The newbuilding market activity has taken a slight pause over the course of the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “a quiet week for newbuildings. Maersk contracted 12 x 15,000 teu from at least 3 different Chin…
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China’s shifting grain game is creating ripples across the global market
China’s evolving grain import strategy reflects its increasing focus on domestic production to enhance food security and support local farmers. This shift is reshaping the global grain trade, particularly the tonne-mile demand for Panamax vessels, by r…
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The ocean economy is booming. But for how long?
Trade and innovation have driven growth, but mounting climate risks, weak governance and underinvestment threaten the sector’s future and the lives of 600 million people worldwide. The ocean economy has grown 2.5 times since 1995, outpacing the global …
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New, Old Vessel Speed Disparity Splits Bulker Fleet
The global bulker fleet is facing a significant slowdown, driven by a combination of factors that are not only causing a decline in average speeds but also setting the stage for the emergence of a two-tier market, according to Veson Nautical.A new repo…
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