At a Glance • EO imagery (electro-optical imagery) captures reflected sunlight to deliver color-based satellite views of maritime activity. • It’s the most visual layer of remote sensing intelligence, offering confirmation that complements SAR and RF d…
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The dirty tanker market continues to ride strong momentum, supported by a surge in oil on water, a divergence between laden and ballast speeds, and an uptick in long-haul voyages heading East. At the forefront of this strength are the VLCCs, which rema…
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Reactivity and volatility are the new constants of the dry bulk market, driven by rapid-fire news and uncertain policy decisions, according to a recent Baltic Exchange Forum. A panel at the Baltic’s Dry FFA Forum in Geneva, moderated by Ben Goggin, FFA…
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“Iron ore shipments to China have risen 7% y/y since the end of June, following a stable period during the first half of the year. However, Chinese steel production has remained weak, leading to a build-up of portside inventories which reached an eight…
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The global push to tackle climate change has slowed. Ten years on from the Paris Agreement, no major G7 country appears on track to meet its 2030 emissions reduction goals. Announced goals for 2035 lack ambition, suggesting too many governments are kic…
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