The optimism surrounding the prospects of the dry bulk market in the long-term was enough to trigger additional newbuilding orders over the course of the past week. In its latest weekly report, Allied Shipbroking said that “it is true that newbuilding …
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Tanker owners were granted some respite over the course of the past week, as demand in the VLCC market edged higher. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Affinity Research commented that “VLCCs experienced a positive start to the week, with 32 cargo…
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The rise of oil prices in the past few weeks will translate into higher bunker costs, but not change the current balance in the market and thus freight rates. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “last night saw ICE Brent close at $…
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The market for specialized trades has taken a turn for the worst of the past period, as a result of negative fundamentals. In its latest report, shipbroker Intermodal noted that “the return of traders and charterers from the Easter festivities came alo…
Traditionally, spring marks a rebound in dry bulk fixtures’ activity, on the back of increased grain trade and high ton-mile demand. However, according to shipbrokers, things might not be that smooth this time around. In its latest weekly report,…
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