Geopolitical Risks increasingly drive Deteriorating Shipping Outlook : Fitch Ratings
NEW YORK: Geopolitical and policy risks have become bigger drivers of our ‘deteriorating’ 2026 outlook for the global shipping sector than underlying industry fundamentals, Fitch Ratings says. These risks include potential tariff-related escalation; other
Baltic Index Rises To Nearly 2-Year High On Strong Capesize Demand
LONDON: The Baltic Exchange’s Dry Bulk Sea Freight index, which tracks rates for vessels transporting dry bulk commodities, climbed to its highest level in nearly two years on Friday and was on course for
Baltic Index hits near two-year high on higher larger vessel rates
LONDON: The Baltic Exchange’s Dry Bulk Sea Freight index, which monitors rates for vessels moving dry bulk commodities, rose to a nearly two-year high on Friday and was on course for a weekly gain,
Baltic Index rises to One-Month High on Strong Vessel Rates
LONDON: The Baltic Exchange’s Dry Bulk Sea Freight index, which monitors rates for vessels moving dry bulk commodities, rose on Friday to a one-month high and logged a small weekly gain, supported by higher
INTERCARGO reaffirms unity and momentum at 45th Anniversary AGM in Athens
ATHENS: The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) held its Annual General Meeting and Semi-annual meetings at the Four Seasons Astir Palace in Athens on 3–4 November 2025, marking continued growth and important
INTERCARGO celebrates record membership ahead of 45th Anniversary AGM in Athens
LONDON: The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) is marking its 45th anniversary in 2025 with record membership, expanded global reach and a renewed focus on the industry’s future priorities. The Association now
Baltic Index headed for Weekly Loss on declining Capesize Rates
LONDON: The Baltic Exchange’s Dry Bulk Sea Freight index, which monitors rates for vessels moving dry bulk commodities, extended losses on Friday and was headed for a weekly loss, pressured by declining capesize vessel
Statement from INTERCARGO on the Extraordinary Meeting of MEPC
LONDON: The International Association of Dry Cargo Shipowners (INTERCARGO) released Statement on the Extraordinary Meeting of MEPC. Dr Kostas Gkonis, Secretary General of INTERCARGO said: “Following IMO’s decision regarding the Net Zero Framework, INTERCARGO reaffirms