Τhe war in Ukraine continues

Τhe war in Ukraine continues and there is nothing on the horizon that leaves hope for a de-escalation of tensions in the region.

CLIA’s annual European Summit and inaugural CLIA Innovation Expo will take place 11-14 March 2024

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) announces Genoa, Italy, will be host to the 2024 European Summit and the new CLIA Innovation Expo. Both events will be part of a week of activities during 11-14 March 2024 focused on innovation, sustainability, and community.

The second quarter of the year has come to an end

The second quarter of the year has come to an end, and it is time to do a quick review of the S&P market for bulk carriers and tankers. 2022 was a pretty good year for the S&P market, having about 660 transactions within the bulk carrier sector and about 710 transactions within the tanker sector.

CLIA statement regarding incorrect reports about cruise operations in Amsterdam, following the Local Council vote of 20 July

We are aware of the media reports about the future of cruise in Amsterdam. As the port has publicly stated, cruise ships have not been banned from Amsterdam.

Dry bulk market hasn't had one of its best periods so far this year

Earlier this week Russia stepped back from the UN Black Sea Grain Initiative. Moscow announced that it will no longer guarantee the safety of ships exporting grain from Ukraine through the Black Sea.

Drop in Dry Bulk Cargo Market, rise only for Supramaxes

Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis
Commercial Manager TMC MARITIME CO.

Dr. Fotios – Evangelos Karlis
Maritime Executive and Consultant

The dry bulk cargo market continued to decline as all larger sizes declined except Supramaxes.