Introduction Following a period of historically high freight rates, the Container sector is now experiencing a correction. The Container freight market is said to have peaked, as demand concerns linked to the health of the global economy have dulled sentiment somewhat. This has led to reduced demand across the Container sector, easing port congestion across …

Tankers continue to strengthen VLCC asset prices and rates are finally seeing the increases that the market was hoping for. Sentiment for Tankers is strong with VLCC earnings having risen consistently since June and peaking towards the end of September at almost 70,000 USD/day. This is primarily due to seasonality, with an increase in demand …