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Seaborne ethane flow concentration deepens at both ends

Global seaborne ethane imports averaged ~760kbd in July, of which China discharged ~560kbd, or 74% of the total. June was higher at ~76%, the highest monthly share in Vortexa’s 2016-2026 dataset.

  • China's share of global seaborne ethane imports grew to 74% in July.
  • US remains dominant exporter, with 99% of global seaborne ethane exports.

Ukraine corn harvest to strain storage as exports stall

Ukraine’s corn harvest is set to intensify pressure on grain storage, as slow exports, occupied elevators and higher storage costs push farmers toward temporary bags, risky facilities or delayed…

  • Ukraine's corn harvest strains storage facilities due to slow exports.
  • 8-11 million metric tons of domestic grain storage shortfall expected in November.
  • Storage costs have risen 45%-55% since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war.

UK extends emissions trading to shipping

ETS in a nutshell An emissions trading scheme is a way of putting a price on emissions without prescribing exactly how to reduce them.

  • UK extends ETS to shipping from July 1, 2026
  • Applies to ships 5,000 GT and above, regardless of flag
  • Uses cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas monitoring

Silver and Bronze Sponsors announced for London International Shipping Week 2027 (LISW27)

Shipping Innovation, owner and organiser of London International Shipping Week 2027, is pleased to announce the latest companies confirmed as Silver and Bronze Sponsors of LISW27.

  • LISW27 announces Silver sponsors: Swedish Club, Brookes Bell, Cambiaso Risso Group
  • Bronze sponsors include Faststream, Akabogu Law, 7KBW
  • Sponsors represent marine insurance, legal services, maritime expertise

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