The strategic shift of EU’s LNG imports’ demand is redrawing the global LNG shipping map. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “Europe’s decision to formally sever its remaining gas ties with Russia marks the end of a chapter th…
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Market Overview The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) recorded a sharp recovery ahead of the Lunar New Year before correcting on Friday, 6 February 2026. While dry bulk indices have historically softened into the holiday period due to seasonal disruptions, index …
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The maritime industry is largely aware of the dangers of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery fires in confined shipboard environments, and especially aboard car carriers and containerships transporting electric vehicles (EVs). Less widely acknowledged is that…
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The seaborne tanker market could be headed for yet another shift in crude oil flows, which could also have an impact on freight rates. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “earlier this week, President Trump announced that the Unite…
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Capesize The market endured a broadly softer week, with sentiment cooling across both the Pacific and Atlantic as the BCI 182 5TC slid from the low $31,000s to finish closer to $26,468. Early optimism in the Pacific, driven by miner presence and steady…
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