The proposed fee under the USTR framework could render China-owned and China-operated vessels redundant for US trade. This likely triggers a shift in port calls, with non-Chinese vessels continuing to serve US ports, while Chinese-operated or owned shi…
USTR proposal will make Chinese shipping companies redundant for US cargo Read More »
Capesize The Capesize market remained in negative territory throughout the short week, with limited signs of recovery across both basins. The BCI 5TC fell by $3,072 week-on-week, closing at $14,169 on Friday. A trans-Atlantic voyage reported midweek fe…
Dry Bulk Market: Capesizes Stayed in Negative Territory Last Week Read More »
As ammonia gains traction as an alternative marine fuel, increasing attention is being given to the stringent handling requirements necessary for its safe adoption. Together with industry partners, also contributing with long-term experience in handlin…
Managing the safe use of ammonia as a marine fuel Read More »
Potential USTR port fees of c.$1 mil per voyage for non-US built car carriers entering the US targeting c.95% of the global fleet from mid-October – combined with this week’s signals from Washington suggesting a sooner-than-expected reopening of the Re…
Red Lights Flashing for Car Carriers in 2026/27 Read More »
Over half of the global ship orderbook by gross tonnage comprises vessels capable of running on alternative fuels, but less than 10% of the existing global fleet can utilise these greener technologies, demonstrating the challenges in ‘going for green’….
Shipbuilding’s role in a greener maritime future Read More »