Newbuilding activity is expected to face a period of transition following the USTR policy decision. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “in the dry sector Chinese builder Jiangjiang Nanyang contracted an order for 4×40…
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Global seaborne steel exports posted a strong rise during 2024, with China having the “lion’s share” of this trade, with over 30% of the overall market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “steel products are one of the mos…
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The USTR proposal with introduces charges against Chinese owned, built or operated vessels, is expected to lead to an extensive tanker fleet repositioning, mainly for the dirty tanker trade, as clean tankers aren’t affected, due to their smaller sizes….
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The tanker market softened during the course of the past month, OPEC said in its latest monthly report. Developments in sanctions and tariffs have kept spot freight rates trading close to the five-year average, although below the robust levels seen in …
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The shipping industry is having to navigate a “minefield” of trade and geopolitical tensions these days, in an era when protectionist policies are at the forefront. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “the U.S. Trade Representativ…
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