Capesize The Capesize market began the week on a positive note but experienced a gradual weakening as the week progressed. Early in the week, signs of optimism were seen in the Pacific and Atlantic markets, supported by improved cargo flows and a short…
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China is now responsible for 74.4% of global iron ore imports. As such, any shift in demand is having an enormous impact on the market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “2023 was a very positive year for global iron ore …
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Prices for second hand bulkers have retreated as a result of a weakness in the dry bulk market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “as 2024 draws to a close with just two weeks remaining, a review of the dry bulk market reveals a…
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Capesize The Capesize market faced a difficult week, marked by steady declines and a lack of support across both the Pacific and Atlantic basins. The BCI 5TC began on a subdued note at $12,702 but saw consistent downward pressure, plummeting to $10,474…
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“Over the past three months, dry bulk newbuilding contracting has been 70% below the yearly average. Declining freight rates in recent months, a cloudy outlook and high newbuilding prices contributed to the slowdown, and contracting in 2024 will likely…
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