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Aerial illustration of two bulk carriers navigating a dark blue ocean made of folded fabric, their white wakes cutting through textured waves, symbolising divergent fortunes in Ultramax and Handysize freight markets

Ultramax & Handysize: same seas, different fortunes

Ultramax and Handysize freight markets remained firm during the week ending 9 October 2026, but regional imbalances, vessel positioning and rising operating risks increasingly determined where owners could secure stronger returns