Demand drivers and freight rates Strong winter demand is fading away and has been reflected in falling freight rates. However, because charters are often fixed months in advance, ships with contracts from Q4 2019 are still earning high rates. Moving in…
Emissions from ships are important contributors to global climate change and local air pollution, putting pressure on the environment and humans. A new generation of bunker fuels, so called zero-emission fuels, can help to address this challenge while …
Zero-emission shipping: What’s in it for developing countries? Read More »
Providing customers with an efficient and reliable experience is essential for Maersk’s growth. Maersk Spot is offering transparent prices and loading guarantee while ensuring higher operational predictability and stronger commitments from customers. C…
Reliability on the spot Read More »
A London seminar celebrating 150 years of the Association of Average Adjusters heard a call for the marine insurance market to encourage the new generation of average adjusters so that a vital problem-solving resource will remain secure. Speakers empha…
Marine market is urged to reinforce its support for the average adjusting profession Read More »
Capesize The Capesize market found little to cheer about this week as it again endured remarkable lows. The Atlantic continued to improve, with the Transatlantic C8 now pricing at $2,655. Cargo remains limited for owners, while a healthy ballaster list…
Dry Bulk Market on the Mend After Weeks of Retreat Read More »