Rate trends peak at three-year high
Dry bulk rates have collapsed on average with the BDI having declined for the first time in nearly two weeks. The index reached a 3.5-year high last week. Average Panamax earnings have stabilized at around US$ 11,750 daily on TC basis. (p. 1)
Eastbound Handies encounter turbulence
Handysize tonnage of 35,000 dwt was fixed to Morocco from Brazil at US$ 15,000 daily, which market is also showing signs of easing. (p. 1)
Coasters: September recovery continues apace
The ascendant trends that were kicked off in the last few weeks have come home to roost in the second half of September with firming movements observed all across the northern markets. (p. 2)
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