In this week’s analysis, we again update shipping’s mid-year report, reviewing progress across a range of shipping sector “subjects”. Our overall ClarkSea Index increased 8% y-o-y in the first half, to move marginally above the trend since the financia…
Clarksons: Mid-Year Report for Shipping A Mixed Picture Read More »
This year has not been the easiest of years for iron ore. In January, the collapse of a Vale-owned tailings dam at the Córrego do Feijão iron ore mine near the Brazilian municipality of Brumadinho resulted in over 200 deaths. On top of the tragedy, the…
Iron ore on route to recovery Read More »
Capesize The Capesize market surged over the past week, reaching highs not seen since August last year. Widespread activity in both basins saw a week on week lift of $7,084 to settle at $26,444. As usual, this volatile rise was initially Atlantic Basin…
Dry Bulk: A Week of Rally Read More »
The dry bulk market remains a conundrum for those involved, as the course of freight rates hasn’t been all about fundamentals, with more factors entering into play. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Allied Shipbroking said that “having reach the …
Dry Bulk Market: A Long-Term Rebound Remains an Enigma Read More »
Despite the improving market conditions over the course of the second quarter of 2019, the negative impact of the first few months of the year are still felt throughout the industry. Nevertheless, ship owners’ restrain when it comes to adding mor…
Capesize Market Recovery Still a “No-Show” Read More »