Demand drivers and freight rates Iran, Libya and Venezuela face export limitations because of sanctions and internal political troubles. At the same time, US exports of crude oil are growing fast because of pricing and politics. “We have mobilised all …
Tanker Shipping: While we wait for 2020 to kick in, it’s all about politics Read More »
In recent years, noise emitted by ships has become a prioritized environmental concern for sea ports. Tightening regulations reflect increasing public awareness of the health effects of noise and an international trend towards developing housing projec…
Muffling the rumble Read More »
Fleet growth expected to outstrip demand growth in 2019 and 2020, making the near future look unappealing. Demand drivers and freight rates It’s been a rollercoaster ride for the dry bulk market in 2019. The market fell from slightly profitable levels …
Dry Bulk: A Struggling Market Gets All Hyped Up By Capesize Volatility Read More »
We know that the IMO’s regulations represent the biggest step change the shipping industry has ever seen and the implications will be felt throughout the value chain. But there are still a number of things we don’t know. Various options are available t…
Progress continues to be made with smaller vessels and in coastal waters but, as problems with container ships have shown, innovation and technology is not a panacea if the root cause of incidents and losses is not addressed. In December 2018, Rolls-Ro…
Autonomous shipping makes waves Read More »