The tanker markets have been shaped by geopolitics over the past year, more so than …trivial things like supply and demand. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson commented that “geopolitical developments dominated tanker markets last year, wit…
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The International Maritime Organization’s Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) held its 12th session at IMO Headquarters in London from 19 to 23 January and was chaired by Mr. Erik Tvedt (Denmark). Outcomes are summarised below: KE…
IMO: Draft workplan agreed on safety rules for battery, wind and nuclear-powered ships Read More »
Capesize The market delivered a volatile but constructive week overall, underpinned by a strong early rally and broadly supportive sentiment despite some mid-week consolidation. The Pacific led the initial charge, with C5 rates rising sharply through T…
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Over 20 LNG carriers contracted in the first month of 2026
MISC joins crush on LNG berths with up to six LNG carriers in China Read More »
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said India will buy Venezuelan oil, helping to replace some of the Russian oil that the world’s third-biggest oil importer buys. “We’ve already made that deal, the concept of the deal,” Trump told reporters…
Trump declares that India will purchase oil from Venezuela and not Iran Read More »