A potential peace in Ukraine could, in theory, return the tanker market to some sort of normalncy. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “tanker tonne miles (crude/DPP/CPP) grew 5.4% in 2022 following the invasion and by 7.2% in 2023…
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Capesize The Capesize market endured a notably weaker week overall, with the BCI 5TC shedding more than $4,000 before closing at $23,160, aided by a $742 uptick today. The Pacific struggled from the outset, with the lack of consistent miner presence we…
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From a regulatory perspective, some key developments have been introduced or taken effect over the past year, all of which will serve to enhance the safety of bulk carrier operations. ESP Code amendments tighten inspection rules and affect bulk carrier…
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MV Lochmor, the first of two new vessels for the Little Minch routes, was launched August 23, 2025 at Cemre Marin Endustri shipyard in Yalova, Turkey.MV Hebrides, the new ferry along with sister vessel, MV Claymore, will provide a two-vessel service to…
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Pitted as fuels of the future for shipping, methanol and ammonia are now ready to move from the experimental stage to widespread adoption. But while the technological readiness is there, the journey ahead is “a marathon, not a sprint”, according …
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