Geopolitical realities can often play a major role in reshaping trade routes. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “China is set to mark a milestone this September with the launch of its first liner-type container service betwee…
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A flurry of new regulations has entered into force since the beginning of the decade for shipping, leading to an increasing cost burden, depending on the ships class and type, as well as its area of activity. In its latest weekly report shipbroker Gibs…
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China’s crude oil imports have been declining since the start of 2025. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “in Jan-Dec 2024, global crude oil loadings went up by a modest +0.4% y-o-y to 2194.6 mln tonnes, excluding all cabo…
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In today’s volatile maritime environment, the conversation around insurance is no longer limited to premiums, clauses, and exclusions. The true battleground is risk prevention. At Marasco Marine Ltd, we firmly believe that the smartest investment shipo…
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Sales of secondhand bulkers and tankers have been on a downtrend since the start of 2025, compared to last year. In its latest weekly report, shipbrtoker Xclusiv said that “since the start of the year till now, S&P activity for bulk carriers and ta…
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