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A sea of contrasts: dry bulk at the turn of Q4

Drawing on the week ending 11 September 2026, Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis finds dry bulk entering Q4 with firmer Atlantic pockets, mounting Asian pressure and increasingly decisive regional tonnage imbalances

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The tide turns: a firmer sea for Ultramax & Handysize

In its Weekly Market Report & Outlook for the week ending 4 September 2026, Ultramax and Handysize markets firmed as tightening tonnage and stronger demand increasingly shifted leverage towards owners

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Ultramax & Handy market: Riding the waves before they break

A market entering February with quiet strength, based on data from the week ending 30 January 2026, as Ultramax and Handy segments show resilience, disciplined positioning, and measured upside potential across key basins