The Strait of Hormuz is not closed. That may be precisely what makes the present situation more difficult for shipowners. A closed waterway produces a clear decision. An open waterway produces another clear decision. But a passage that remains technica…
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Buying interest remains high for both newbuilt and second-hand Japanese bulkers. However, all ships aren’t equal. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “Japan’s dry bulk shipbuilding market is dominated by a relatively small group o…
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In this report we cover the composition and development of Greek shipping companies and their fleets in 2025 and their prospects for 2026 and beyond. We trust that you will find of interest the report and trends that were identified during that period….
Petrofin Research: Greek Fleet Showing Signs of a Slowdown As Consolidation Continues Read More »
Despite the ongoing tension in Hormuz, a series of new developments could offer further oil cargoes from countries like Canada, Mexico and Venezuela, providing new tanker market support. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “las…
Tanker Market To Gain Further Impetus From Rising Oil Output in America Read More »
Africa has been a perennial laggard, when it comes to refining capacity and hence a viable market for oil products. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “the history of African refining is chequered, to say the least. Of the many re…
Can Africa Become An Oil Products’ Exporter? Read More »