The 66th annual Eisbein Dinner organised last week by the Hamburg Shipbrokers´ Association (VHSS ) cemented its claim to be the world’s largest maritime social event when it drew almost 5,000 people from the industry - including brokers, bankers...
Capesize spot rates have more than doubled in just over a week after an expected surge in Brazilian iron exports in the fourth quarter, and more gains are forecast.
Singapore-listed shipbuilder Vard expects to report a loss for the third quarter as it continues to try and bring its Brazilian yard operations to speed.
The US, Brazil and Argentinian governments have introduced Ebola screenings for vessels calling from West Africa, with crew subject to questionnaires and checkups.
Valemaxes: the world’s largest bulkers and the most controversial ships in commercial shipping in many years may finally be used as they were intended after a deal between Cosco and Vale last week.
Aker Solutions has announced a five-year, $465m subsea contract with Petrobras for the Aker Wayfarer.
Capesize rates are sitting on a “powder keg” driven by Chinese iron ore demand according to Commodore Research & Consultancy.