Weekly dispatch for the Handy and Ultramax sectors ending 26 September 2025: regional fundamentals, ASBA impact, and forecasts shaping the coming weeks for Atlantic, European, and Asian dry bulk markets
During the week ending Friday, September 26, the dry bulk cargo market moved unevenly, with Capes and Handies gaining, while Panamaxes and Supramaxes declined
Greece combines its world-leading LNG fleet with new energy hubs, emerging as a silent force multiplier that anchors Washington’s strategy and secures Europe’s independence from Russian gas
Covering the week ending September 19, 2025, this analysis reviews global shipping dynamics and offers forecasts for the coming weeks, highlighting strengths in the U.S. Gulf and ECSA, and challenges in SE Asia
During the week ending Friday, September 19, the dry bulk cargo market recorded marginal rises overall, led by double-digit gains in Capes, while other vessel segments showed mixed and subdued movements
This report analyzes the Handysize and Ultramax sectors for the week of 15 September 2025, outlining market trends, shifting dynamics, and key regional movements impacting short-term strategy
The dry bulk cargo market showed a sharp uptrend during the week ending Friday, September 12, with significant gains across all vessel categories, led by Panamaxes
The recent attack on Doha disrupts vital shipping lanes, forcing the maritime industry to adapt swiftly, reassess risks, and navigate a volatile geopolitical landscape impacting global trade and supply chains
The melting Arctic opens a tantalisingly short route between Asia and Europe. But can this Arctic Express truly challenge the Suez Canal’s dominance, or is it merely a geopolitical mirage shimmering on the ice?
For the week starting September 8, 2025, the Handysize and Ultramax sectors revealed contrasting regional dynamics, with muted tones in Asia and the Mediterranean, and firmer momentum across ECSA, Northern Europe, and the U.S. Gulf
