Trump’s “Liberation Day” and its impact

How will the US tariff spree affect the shipping market? The US has unveiled a new wave of tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade flows. A standard 10% duty will apply to all imports, with steeper rates targeting countries with the most significant trade imbalances – including China at 34%, the EU at 20%, and […]

Massive OPEC+ output increase announced

Production cuts rolled back, boosting the tanker market OPEC+ caught the market by surprise this week, announcing a production increase of 411,000 barrels per day for May – much higher than the expected 135,000 bpd. The group is accelerating its plan to unwind earlier production cuts, responding to stronger demand and potential supply risks from […]

Kazakh exports boost tanker market

Rates remain solid as key Black Sea oil terminals are set to reopen The tanker market remains firm, supported by gains in the Suezmax and Aframax segments, as Russian courts cleared the full reopening of key Black Sea oil terminals. Following the earlier shutdown of two loading points, the resumption of oil exports from Kazakhstan […]