Drawing on data from the week ending 24 July 2026, the global Ultramax and Handysize markets navigated softer Atlantic conditions, resilient regional pockets and persistent geopolitical risks that continued shaping freight sentiment and commercial strategy
Drawing on market data from the week ending 19 June 2026, the dry bulk market revealed a familiar pattern: Atlantic strength continued to outpace Pacific softness, keeping overall sentiment moderately bullish
Drawing on market data from the week ending 12 June 2026, the structural tightening driving Ultramax & Handysize freight markets higher is becoming increasingly visible as shrinking vessel availability and resilient cargo demand continue to strengthen owners’ negotiating power across key global trading basins
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