In the final days of February, the dry bulk freight market appeared to maintain a relatively stable momentum, particularly evident in the large vessel size categories where rates remained close to the highs reached in the third week, notably on the Cap…
Australian coal flows to Asia hover above last year’s volume tonnes Read More »
Capesize The week started on a subdued note as Asia observed Lunar New Year holidays, all three major mining companies active in the Pacific, contributing to an upbeat sentiment despite minimal activity elsewhere. Conditions were notably calm from Sout…
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There are a lot of questions currently surrounding the potential growth of the Chinese economy and what a slowdown would mean for the dry bulk industry. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv Shipbrokers said that “China’s recent robust …
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In the third week of February, Capesize Brazil to North China rates experienced an upturn, surpassing the $20 per ton mark. However, with the Chinese Lunar New Year already celebrated, the sentiment regarding freight rates remains uncertain, leaving ob…
Capesize The capesize market started the week with a cautiously optimistic tone despite sluggish overall activity. Weather disruptions in China and a gradual start in the Atlantic were notable factors. By midweek there was a significant boost to market…
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