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Recession in the Bulk and Tanker Shipping Market; Decreased Demand and Rising Number of Idle Ships
The maritime transportation market, as one of the main pillars of global trade, is always influenced by various economic, political, and seasonal factors. This weekly report reviews the recent trends in the Bulk (dry cargo) and Tanker…
The Impact of Global Developments on the Container Ship Charter Market
The New ConTex Index is one of the key benchmarks for evaluating container ship charter rates in the maritime transport market. This index assesses rental rates for various types of container ships with different capacities and lease…
Record-Breaking Performance at Shahid Rajaee Port; Over 2,000 Cars Unloaded in 12 Hours!
According to Sea News, for the first time this year, the largest Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) vessel carrying over 2,000 cars docked at Shahid Rajaee Port, and its unloading operation was successfully completed. This operation, considered a…
Five Turbulent Years in the Container Ship Charter Market: Analysis of the Hamburg Index
In the maritime transport industry, container ship time charter rates are considered one of the key indicators for assessing market conditions. According to data published in the Hamburg Index©, container ship charter rates experienced…
The port of Tartus, Syria, is no longer under Russian control!
The new Syrian government has announced the cancellation of the management and operation contract for the port of Tartus with the Russian company STG Stroytransgaz. This contract, signed in 2019 by the government of Bashar al-Assad, allowed…
Challenges and Opportunities in the Maritime Transport Market at the Beginning of the Year
The maritime transport market witnessed significant fluctuations across various sectors in the second week of January 2025. This report, prepared in collaboration with the Baltic Exchange, examines key trends and rate changes across…
“Safe Maritime Corridors: An Opportunity to Bypass Sanctions and Revive Global Trade”
The Red Sea, this vital and strategic route recognized by many countries around the world as one of the most important international trade arteries, has faced numerous security challenges in recent decades. These challenges have had…
Predictions Fall Short: Caspian Sea Water Level Decline Exceeds Expectations
The Caspian Sea, an unparalleled resource for coastal nations, including Iran, is facing new and alarming environmental challenges that have brought its crisis to the forefront. These issues go beyond previous crises such as water level…
Positive Growth in the Container Ship Charter Market in 2025 with Rising Rates
the latest report from the New ConTex Index dated January 16, 2025, indicates a slight increase in the container ship charter market. The New ConTex index reached 1430 this week, reflecting a 0.6% rise compared to the previous week and a…
Red Sea: A Stage for Resistance and Redefining the Balance of Power in the Region
The announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has once again drawn attention to the geopolitical significance of the Red Sea. This strategic waterway plays a vital role in connecting the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean via the…