Most coal exporting countries have seen lower exports so far in the year, with Indonesia being no exception. The main “culprit” is China’s diminished appetite for seaborne coal imports. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “…
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Geopolitics aren’t exclusive to the tanker market, as it seems that they could also have an impact on the dry bulk segment as well. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “China’s rush to lock in Africa’s battery metals is not just a…
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Demand for dry bulk carriers, both newbuildings and second hand, has remained elevated over the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “in the bulk sector, COSCO Shipping placed an order of 4 x 210,000 dwt newcastle…
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“We estimate that coal shipments to advanced economies will fall 2% y/y in 2025, reaching a 23-year low. This will be the third consecutive annual drop although the pace of decline has slowed compared to previous years. The contraction is primarily dri…
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Minor bulk, made up of all cargo types except iron ore, coal, and grains, started the first month of 2025 Q4 with positive momentum, with total export volumes up 3% y/y. This has been driven by China, which has seen imports of minor bulk increase by 14…