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Recent discussions on tariffs have largely overlooked the potential implementation of the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR)’s port fees on Chinese-built vessels. The current US administration is

Through our dry bulk flow tool, we have identified changing trends in the trade of bulk raw materials from the West Coast of Africa to China. In particular, bauxite flows

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

Capesize The Capesize market showed a clear upward trajectory this week following a subdued start due to the Easter holidays. The BCI 5TC rose steadily, closing the week at $15,667,

Through our dry bulk flow tool, we have identified changing trends in iron ore flows from Indian ports. Growing domestic demand from the steel industry and weaker demand from China

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

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) recently hosted the 83rd meeting with the Marine Environmental Protection Committee (MEPC 83), resulting in a new fuel intensity target, which is set to come

Despite persistent international sanctions, Iran managed to sustain significant crude oil exports between January 2023 and March 2025, totaling approximately 268.5 million barrels. This continued export activity—entirely sourced from Iranian

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