Resonant rolling is a hydrodynamic phenomenon that can leave even the most experienced captains at a loss. The ship suddenly begins to rock sideways excessively, and in the worst case containers go overboard. It may happen so fast that there is practic…
New DNV anti-roll app helps avoid container loss Read More »
Market volatility and uncertainty on the regulatory development front are dominating the current landscape for bulk carrier shipping. The market fundamentals in terms of tonnage supply and demand remain healthy for dry bulk shipping. According to Clark…
All eyes on energy transition strategies Read More »
Amid pressure from NGOs and governments, shipping could be moving towards net zero by 2050, instead of the initial goal set of a 50% emission reduction. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “last Friday saw the close of the much-ant…
Net Zero Shipping By 2050 Could Be on the Agenda Pretty Soon Read More »
Capesize It was turbulent seas this week as global markets buffeted the Capesize sector. Amongst this turmoil the sector managed to find a floor under its recent softening as sentiment improved in the latter part of the week with the Capesize 5TC lifti…
Dry Bulk Market: Turbulence Prevails Read More »
Amid the gloom of spiralling energy costs, inflation, war, and the recent United Nations IPCC report which revealed that global carbon emissions are still rising, and governments are not following through on COP 26 assurances, shipping’s own endeavours…
Shipping’s customers square up to decarbonisation challenge Read More »