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19-04-2025 Vol 19

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US Sanctions Could Impact April Crude Imports from Iran by China’s Independent Refineries

Chinese independent refineries may see a decline in Iranian crude imports this April, following record levels in March, due to…

IMO Update: Mid-Term Strategies for Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is making significant strides in its commitment to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This was…

Shore Leave: Scarce, Fleeting, and Threatened with Extinction

The ITF Seafarers’ Trust launched the Shore Leave Survey in mid-2024 to investigate concerns that accessing shore leave has become…

Capesize Market Sentiment Shifts to Bearish in Dry Bulk Sector

The Capesize market began the week on a slow note due to the Hari Raya Puasa holiday observed in Singapore.…

Tankers: Will Global Trade War Impact the Oil Industry’s Future?

The global tanker market faces uncertainty amid escalating trade tensions, particularly concerning oil prices and demand. According to Gibson Shipbrokers,…

Drewry Reports 2% Increase in World Container Index Over the Past Week

Drewry’s World Container Index has experienced a notable 2% increase this week, reaching $2,208 per 40-foot container. This shift offers…

IMO Takes Steps to Uphold Seafarers’ Rights and Address Substandard Shipping Practices

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has taken significant steps to enhance the rights of seafarers and address substandard shipping practices.…

Baltic Index Hits One-Month Low Amid Declining Vessel Rates

The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk sea freight index has reached a one-month low, reflecting reduced demand across various vessel segments…

AAII Reports Highest Pessimism Since Bear Market Closure Post-Financial Crisis

Recent findings from the American Association of Individual Investors (AAII) Sentiment Survey reveal a significant increase in individual investor pessimism…

Trade Tariffs Fuel Fears of Slowdown, Driving Global Money Market Inflows Higher

In the week ending April 2, global money market funds experienced significant inflows as investors grew increasingly wary of U.S.…