Latest maritime market updates and reports
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports on the latest weekly time charter rates for dry bulk and tanker shipping as of April 15. The report provides insights into the current market trends affecting these vessel types.
Splash247
Geneva-based broker Lightship is undergoing a leadership reshuffle to support its growth in the dry bulk market, as reported by Splash247. Sune Fladberg, previously the chief executive, has been promoted to vice chairman of the executive board, focusing on long-term strategy and business development.
Splash247
Euroseas has secured a significant rate increase for its feeder vessel EM Kea, as reported by Splash247. The 3,100 teu ship will continue its charter for at least 36 months, highlighting the robust demand in the smaller boxship segment.
Seatrade Maritime
Drewry analysts suggest that the recent Middle East conflict will lead to a restructuring of liner networks, highlighting existing structural vulnerabilities, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
Splash247
Eli Glickman, the long-serving CEO of Israeli liner operator ZIM, is set to step down, as reported by Splash247. Glickman will remain in his position for a six-month notice period to ensure a smooth transition while a successor is found.
Splash247
Wolfgang Lehmacher discusses the global reliance on the Strait of Hormuz for energy and food, as reported by Splash247. The strait is a crucial passage for about a quarter of the world's seaborne oil.
gCaptain
The U.S. almost became a net crude exporter last week, a milestone not seen since World War Two, as shipments surged to meet demand from Asian and European buyers, according to gCaptain. This shift is driven by the need to replace Middle East supplies affected by the Iran war.
Seatrade Maritime
Seatrade Maritime reports that the ongoing war is contributing to uncertainty in the US supply chain, although the impact has not yet been drastic. The situation is being closely monitored as stakeholders assess potential future disruptions.
gCaptain
European buyers, including Germany's Uniper, are considering purchasing liquefied natural gas from Canada's Pacific coast and transporting it through the Panama Canal, as reported by gCaptain. This move is part of a strategy to diversify energy supplies in response to the Iran war, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Seatrade Maritime
DHT has secured nearly half of its VLCC spot days for the second quarter at an average rate of $189,500, marking a 78% increase from the first quarter of 2026, as reported by Seatrade Maritime.
