Tag: Volumes
Monthly tonnes of grain from Brazil to China with Panamax vessel class surpassed volumes of the previous years
The last week of October witnessed a downward trend in the Capesize freight market momentum, while the smaller vessel segments experienced a relative flat momentum. Meanwhile, the grain flows from Brazil to China with the Panamax vessel class recorded a significant surge in October that supported a firmer momentum for Panamax vessel freight rates (as…
Βrazilian iron ore export volumes increased in August, leading to a boost in Capesize tonne days
Throughout the last week of September, freight rates maintaining the strength observed in previous days. It appears that the third quarter will conclude with higher freight rates than those witnessed in the preceding two months. Notable increases were seen on a monthly basis in the freight market for large vessel sizes, particularly in the Capesize…
Dry bulk trade volumes positive but prospects hold downside risks says MSI
The unwinding of supply chain inefficiencies and rising vessel orders are set to dampen positive deadweight demand in the dry bulk market according to Maritime Strategies International. COVID-related supply chain inefficiencies and associated port congestion have almost fully unwound and while the MSI outlook on the prospects for trade volumes this year is considered positive,…
Brazilian iron ore export volumes increased in August, leading to a boost in Capesize tonne days
In the third week of September, freight rates in the various ship categories increased significantly, indicating a robust upward trend. At the same time, there is a noticeable optimism in Chinese economic activity, supported by a number of strategic stimulus measures by policy makers. In recent weeks, policymakers in China have introduced a comprehensive package…
Brazilian iron ore export volumes increased in August, leading to a boost in Capesize tonne days
In the second week of September, despite the ongoing challenges surrounding China’s economic recovery and uncertainties regarding grain trade negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, we observed a continued firm momentum of freight rates. It is uncertain if the current situation will continue, as there has been a decline in the growth rate of tonne days…
Russian Seaborne Crude Oil Export Volumes Fall 16% M/M And May Fall Further
Russian seaborne crude oil export volumes have remained strong and grew 13% y/y in 2022 despite the invasion of Ukraine. However, after a 4% m/m fall in June, volumes fell another 16% m/m in July, and the Russian administration has announced export cuts for August. An even more important factor for the crude tanker market…
