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Newbuild Orders Continue With Scrubbers

The most revealing part of the scrubber discussion today is what owners and charterers are choosing for newbuild vessels that will not enter service until the end of this decade – fuel flexibility is key. Greek owners provide some of the clearest examples. As reported by Riviera Maritime Media, Navios Maritime Partners has committed $482 ...

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How Conflict in the Middle East is Impacting Maritime

Roughly 70 LR2s, equivalent to 154 MR2s in dwt terms, have reportedly dirtied up so far this year, as the crude market considerably outperformed the oil products market.

  • 70 LR2 tankers damaged, 154 MR2s in deadweight tonnage
  • Gulf region faces cargo availability constraints, risky waters
  • Strait of Hormuz safety could benefit medium-sized vessels

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