Aframax mainstream tonne-miles demand has set seasonal highs so far in 2026, with freight rates striking multi-year highs. However, beneath the headline strength, a nuanced vessel-supply-side picture hints that net fleet growth is set to accelerate thi…
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With Capesize earnings expected to remain firm, the strength of the Cape market is likely to continue to support Panamax freight rates. A key driver of this continued correlation will be competition on major coal routes that still employ both Cape and …
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Rates for VLCC tankers have been rallying hard over the past few days. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “the VLCC market has reawakened with force. Benchmark TD3C earnings have surged to above $200,000/day, a level not seen sinc…
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Capesize The week began with renewed optimism, led by a firmer Pacific market as all three major miners returned to the market and operator cargo volumes appeared healthy. Early strength in the Pacific, supported by fixtures above $10.00 on C5, set a c…
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The improvement in one-year time charter earnings has reshaped the VLCC secondhand market. The recent strong cash generation and improved freight visibility have pushed asset values sharply higher, not only for modern units but also for overaged units….
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