The tanker market showed signs of strength during the month of October, OPEC said in its latest monthly report. Dirty spot freight rates rose across the board due to a strong start to the month before weakening in the second half of October amid ample …
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Chinese shipyards have attracted significantly more business during 2024. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that Chinese yards have “experienced a 17% y-o-y surge in new orders across the four main sectors (BC, Tanker, Gas, and Conta…
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Ship recycling activity could post an increase during the final weeks of 2024, with more buying activity on the horizon. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), a leading cash buyer of ships said that “this week, recycling markets…
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Tankers and LNG ships have been the main subject of newbuilding activity over the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “in the tanker market, Greek based owner Dynacom placed an order for 4x Suezmaxes abt 158k dwt…
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The shipping markets have been enjoying a rather buoyant setup in the post-COVID era. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “the global shipping industry, particularly the bulk carrier and tanker segments, has experienced a remarkab…
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