The VLGC market will navigate a complex landscape in 2025, shaped by a mix of positive and negative factors, such as robust LPG trade and ample fleet supply, which will take rates below 2024 levels. This market will be characterised by surplus vessel a…
Overcapacity and uncertain petchem recovery cloud LPG Shipping Read More »
Product tanker earnings will moderate in 2025 as demand fears and improving supply weigh on rates. The journey of the humble product tanker has been full of surprises with rates surging since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war. Owners benefitted hugel…
Product tanker to battle fleet expansion in 2025 Read More »
Leading research and consultancy provider Maritime Strategies International (MSI) forecasts that tanker contracting in 2024 will reach its second highest level ever. The first 11 months of 2024 saw near-record levels of tanker contracting, with 55m dwt…
Out with a bang? MSI puts 2024 tanker orders on course for second highest total Read More »
Crude tanker owners will continue to enjoy attractive earnings in 2025 amid economic and geopolitical uncertainties, as slow fleet growth and increased long-haul trade will keep tonnage utilisation high. While VLCC rates will benefit from a surge in lo…
The momentum of high earnings will continue in 2025 for crude tanker owners Read More »
The dry bulk market is poised for an upside in earnings as global and regional environmental regulations will reshape vessel supply. The higher earnings are coupled with higher fragmentation in the freight market as vessel movement will continue to ada…
Bright earnings outlook as vessel speed reduction limits supply expansion Read More »