The ship recycling market has mostly remained in “wait and see” mode, after the recent developments in the Middle East. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), a leading cash buyer of ships, said that “market sentiment in India ha…
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The newbuilding market has retained its strong momentum over the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “newbuilding market remains hot even this week, with tankers and containers again under the spotlight; Hong Kon…
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Prices for dry bulkers were on the rise during the first six months of the year. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “the dry bulk S&P market strengthened during the first half of 2026, supported by healthier freight rates, im…
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The tanker market has felt the full force of geopolitical factors having an impact on freight rates, demand and cargo flows/ton-mile demand, since the start of 2025. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “after a chaotic 2025 dominat…
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The recent signing of the peace agreement between the US and Iran is proving to be as fragile as the Hormuz Strait’s restoration of “business as usual”. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “after more than three months of disruptio…
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