US dry bulk news
Capesize market ends on soft note
The Baltic Exchange has reported that there has been a lack of activity across the Atlantic market with rising activity in the Pacific.
Port of Corpus Christi prepares for Hurricane Beryl
The Port of Corpus Christi has increased its Hurricane Readiness Status to Hurricane Readiness Level 3 in anticipation of Hurricane Beryl.
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North America rail traffic sees declining coal shipments
The AAR has reported on the latest rail traffic data in North America for the week as well as the relevant data for June 2024.
Eventful week for capsize market
The Baltic Exchange dry bulk index has reported that it was an eventful week for the shipping market.
USDA crop updates buck predictions
The USDA’s crop updates have estimated radically different crop yields for corn and soy crops than was initially forecast by traders.
North American rail volumes see a broad drop
The AAR has released its latest data on North American rail traffic showing a broad decrease in rail volumes compared to 2023.
Strong gains made in capesize shipping market
The Baltic Exchange has reported that the week began quietly due to a holiday in Singapore, leading to a minor initial dip before being boosted by the re-entry of miners into the Pacific market.
US soy exports to China grow
Chinese soybean imports from the US have been reported to have accelerated in May with a 156% surge compared to 2024.
New life breathed into the handysize market
The Baltic Exchange has reported that there has been renewed life breathed into the handysize dry bulk market as other segments also note positive growth.