The LR story over the next few quarters is less about a single demand catalyst and more about how much supply quietly comes back into play. This piece unpacks the levers behind that shift: a heavy newbuild delivery schedule, the unwind of recent clean-…
The LR supply wave: can freight stay on its feet? Read More »
The 13th session of the IMO’s Sub-Committee on Pollution Prevention and Response (PPR 13) was held in London from 9 to 13 February 2026. PPR commenced discussions on a legally binding framework on biofouling. PPR also agreed on amendments to requiremen…
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Libya’s oil production and subsequent seaborne tanker trade could be heading for significant momentum moving forward. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “Libya’s oil sector is gaining renewed momentum in 2026, following a seri…
Tanker Market: Will Libya’s Oil Trade Gain Momentum? Read More »
Global steel flows reached 283mt in 2025, according to Signal Ocean, an increase of over 5%. This growth was driven entirely by China, which saw outward steel flows reach 119mt, up 15% y/y. China increased its share of steel flow origins from 38% in 20…
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The doubling of blank sailings by carriers, as flagged by the Drewry Container Capacity Insight, has raised questions. In this Logistics Executive Briefing, Drewry experts provide our independent, data-backed assessment of what this wave of sailing can…
Blank sailings jump 122% in February – will there be enough capacity for shippers? Read More »