LSF2020 refers to the new “Low Sulfur Fuel” regulations, which will come into effect on 1 January 2020. These regulations are the biggest of a series of steps by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to reduce marine pollution (MARPOL) in respo…
How the new fuel regulations change the entire shipping industry Read More »
Attempts to assess China’s macro-economic outlook have been complicated by the ongoing trade dispute with the USA. Greater negative risks are implied by trade tension. So far, consequences for China have been limited and the economy has performed solid…
China’s economy, a mesmerising focus for shipping Read More »
Since we published our comment on 15 June on the very serious issues with contaminated fuel faced by ship owners in the US Gulf there has been no meaningful resolution. Anecdotally it would appear that, to date, more than one hundred vessels have been …
Contaminated fuels: IBIA update and request for support to develop solutions Read More »
Imagine walking into a car rental company in order to take delivery of a car you booked for your holidays. The employee greets you, takes you to the parking space, shows you two identical cars and lets you know that one car burns normal fuel while the …
Owners dilemma on sulphur emissions Read More »
A comprehensive review of trends in the LNG shipping markets is now available from Clarksons Research. Steve Gordon, Managing Director of Clarksons Research commented, “Global trade in LNG has moved into a strong growth phase, with a 9% increase in 201…
Clarksons: LNG Trade to grow by 11% in 2018 Read More »