Dry bulk

Eureka Shipping has announced the construction of a new cutting-edge cement carrier for trade in the Great Lakes.

Peak Group and The CSL Group have announced the launch of a new partnership, Peak CSL Group, following CSL’s acquisition of 50% of Peak.

Viterra has outturned 4.3 million t of grain, making up 4 million t for export and 320 000 t for the domestic market.

China and India have lifted imports of seaborne thermal coal and have taken advantage of lower international prices to meet strong domestic demand for power.

CRM Agri have reported that grain prices retreated as traders took profits ahead of the USDA's data release.

Bloomberg UK has reported that iron ore stockpiles in China are at their highest level in a year whilst steelmaking input has decrease.

PTI has reported that in the 2023 January-April period the number of Indian coal imports rose to 212 million t.

DNV has established a Tanker and Bulker Expert Team based in Shanghai. With strong global demand and fleet renewal planned, DNV was well prepared to support customers in these key segments.

ClassNK has granted its Excellent Living and Working Environment (ELW) notation to ELETTRA, a bulk carrier owned by Fuyo Kaiun Co.,Ltd.

Associated British Ports has announced the recent release of its grain-monitoring robot which has been designed to revolutionise safety in grain storage.

Bearing AI has announced the release of its AI-powered solution to bolster maritime shipping emissions management.

CRM Agri have reported a dip in wheat futures due to pressure faced from low Black Sea export prices with an effect on multiple markets.

Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd has announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously rejected the George Economou proposed nominations of Randee Day and Robert Pons.

SSY Futures has announced plans to further expand its reach in the commodities sector with the launch of a dedicated agricultural derivatives sales and execution desk.

Capital Link has released the list of leading dry bulk and container shipping companies who will be participating in the 18th Annual international Shipping Forum in New York City.