Geopolitics, economic headwinds, shifting supply chains, digital breakthroughs, and sustainability pushes are converging to challenge trade in 2026, according to the UNCTAD Global Trade Update. These drivers are “redefining how countries engage in comm…
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Tanker market rates have been reacting to the latest developments globally. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Xclusiv said that “the first half of January reminded everyone that crude tankers do not need a fresh demand miracle to re-rate, they ju…
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The Week in Focus Drone strikes in the Black Sea have targeted multiple commercial tankers awaiting loading at or near the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal. U.S. forces have expanded interdiction under Operation Southern Spear, seizing multip…
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In recent years, the maritime finance sector has witnessed growing interest in non-payment insurance as a risk mitigation tool. This trend reflects broader market efforts to enhance credit security and diversify capital sources, aligning shipping finan…
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The ship recycling markets showed signs of recovery as buyer demand is present. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), a leading cash buyer of ships said that “the Indian market trended softer through most of the week, and despit…
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