Tag: Exports
North-West Europe Crude Oil Exports On The Rise
Crude oil exports from Norway and the UK, i.e. North-West Europe have been on the rise this year. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “2023 so far has been another positive period for crude oil trade, despite the high oil prices and risks of economic recession. In Jan-Aug 2023, global crude…
Dry Bulk Grain flows from the U.S & Brazil: Brazilian grain exports broke records this year, outpacing weak US exports
As we enter the fourth quarter of this year, the market is showing a strong resurgence with rates increasing year-over-year. Notably, Capesize Brazil to North China rates have exceeded $20 per tonne. This significant upswing in the freight market’s momentum is evident not only in the large vessel size segment but also in the Supramax…
Brazil’s Iron Ore Exports on the Rise in 2023
The Brazilian iron ore market has improved during 2023, with exports on the rise, much to the delight of the dry bulk market. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “2023 has been so far a positive year for global iron ore trade. In Jan-Aug 2023, global loadings of iron ore increased…
Russian diesel oil exports in September hit the lowest level of the year
In the last week of September, there is some optimism in the VLCC crude oil freight market after a difficult summer season. It should be noted, however, that while there are positive signs, growth rates in tonne days aren’t yet robust. The real test is ahead as we move into October, with supply figures already…
Product Tankers: Clean Product Exports from the Middle East and China on the Rise
The product tanker market hasn’t seen the benefits of increased Middle East clean product exports, rate-wise. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “this year has seen a major increase in the Middle East clean product exports to Europe, with flows, mainly gasoil and jet, averaging at 0.82mbd for the year to date,…
Australia LNG Exports Continue To Climb
Australia is among the top three exporters of LNG globally, taking the “crown” during 2022. So far this year, the country has seen increased exports of 1.3%, placing the country in second place, ahead of Qatar, but behind the USA. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “global seaborne LNG trade has…
Russian crude oil exports to India in August at lowest level since beginning of the year
The first week of September brings a downward movement in crude oil freight rates and a continued downward trend in VLCC tonne days demand growth. MEG -Rates for China have now fallen to their lowest levels since the beginning of this year, but there is still guarded optimism for a rebound in the third quarter…
Tankers: Russian Crude Oil Exports via the Northern Sea Route Are Expected to Increase in the Future
Russia’s crude oil export routes are in a state of constant flux, as the exporter is shifting volumes to other clients/countries, China being one of the main ones. As such, the importance of alternative and more cost-effective routes is increasing. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “voyages through the Northern Sea Route…
Strong Chinese demand drives 7% y/y increase in minor ore exports
“Driven by continued growth in minor ore demand in China, global seaborne minor ore exports rose 7% y/y in the first seven months of 2023, vastly outpacing the 2% y/y growth in overall dry bulk exports,” says Filipe Gouveia, Shipping Analyst at BIMCO. Accounting for 51% of seaborne minor ore exports, bauxite exports also led…
Saudi Arabia Crude Oil Exports Keep Rising in 2023
Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports have maintained their upward momentum in 2023, albeit at a significant slower pace, as production has been reduced as part of OPEC’s oil price strategy. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Banchero Costa said that “2023 so far has been another positive period for crude oil trade, despite the high…
