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Demand

In our base scenario, we expect cargo demand to grow by 2.5-3.5% in 2023, 0.5-1.5% in 2024 and 1-2% in 2025.   Average haul could increase by between 0.5% and 1.5% in 2023 and between 0% and 1% in both 2024 and 2025. From 2024 onwards, there may be a decrease in shipments of coal, which is a comm... Please follow the link to continue reading.

07 Mar War in Ukraine will hurt growth in all shipping segments

Though much uncertainty remains, the immediate commodity price increases and supply challenges caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine are likely to be felt throughout 2022. Also, recently implemented sanctions on Russia are not likely to be lifted any time soon. This may have sustained spill-over im... Please follow the link to continue reading.

First global standard for ship hull cleaning essential for marine ecosystems

BIMCO, the world’s largest shipping association, has moved a step closer to finishing a global set of guidelines needed to protect the marine environment from invasive species and reduce CO2 emissions. Currently, there is no common global standard for cleaning ships’ hulls to avoid transferring inva... Please follow the link to continue reading.