The sharp correction in VLCC freight rates over recent weeks suggests the market is entering a new phase. During the height of the Strait of Hormuz disruption, freight was primarily driven by concerns over vessel accessibility and uncertainty in transi…
VLCC: From Pricing Risk to Pricing Utilisation Read More »
Capesize The market staged an impressive recovery over the course of the week, reversing Monday’s subdued sentiment to finish on a firmly bullish note. What began with thin cargo volumes, cautious trading and limited miner participation gradually evolv…
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First half 2026 data points for the international shipping industry have been released by Clarksons Research. Reviewing the data, Steve Gordon, Managing Director of Clarksons Research commented: Strait of Hormuz closure continuing a theme of shipping a…
First Half 2026 Shipping Market Review: ClarkSea Index Up 61% Read More »
In a market long defined by cyclical volatility, the Freight Forward Agreement (FFA) sector is entering a new phase of maturity—yet adoption remains uneven, according to speakers at a recent Baltic Exchange panel. Drawing on reflections from shipowners…
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“In June 2026, global coal shipments jumped 14% y/y, driven by a 41% y/y increase in coal shipments to China, as the country looked to offset weaker domestic supply and to meet higher demand from electricity generation. Since the start of the year, glo…
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