Newbuilding ordering activity, particularly towards Chinese shipyards has taken a step back so far in 2025. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “the newbuilding orderbook data for dry bulk and tanker in 2024 and 2025 illustrates a…
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The ship recycling market has remained subdued during the past week. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), a leading cash buyer of ships, said that “ship recycling markets across South Asia and Türkiye remain largely subdued, wi…
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Ships which can be seen as “future-proof” are the most in demand from ship owners looking to place newbuilding orders. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “in the bulk sector, Chinese company Fujian GuoHang Ocean placed an …
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The current Chinese property market crisis is expected to translate to lower demand for dry bulk carriers. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “China’s property sector remains entrenched in a deep correction in 2025, with no si…
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The tanker market can’t keep relying on China’s imports, which have been a major growth factor during the past couple of decades. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “in the past decade, oil demand has been defined by rapid growth …
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