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Star Bulk Carriers Corp. - Business & Strategy Update - Dry Bulk Sector Outlook Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Featuring: Mr. Hamish Norton, President of Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ: SBLK) Mr. Nicolas Bornozis, President of Capital Link. The webinar featured Hamish Norton, President of Star Bulk Carriers, discussing the company's first-quarter 2025 earnings, market positioning, and future strategy. Hamish reported positive financial performance, outlined the company's capital allocation strategy, and discussed the impact of geopolitical tensions and carbon emission regulations on the dry bulk shipping market. The discussion also covered Star Bulk's fleet renewal strategy, share repurchase approach, and competitive advantages in the industry. About SBLK: Star Bulk is a global shipping company providing worldwide seaborne transportation solutions in the dry bulk sector. Star Bulk’s vessels transport major bulks, which include iron ore, minerals and grain, and minor bulks, which include bauxite, fertilizers and steel products. Star Bulk was incorporated in the Marshall Islands on December 13, 2006 and maintains executive offices in Athens, New York, Stamford and Singapore. It's common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol “SBLK”. As of the date of this release on a fully delivered basis and as adjusted for the delivery of a) the vessels agreed to be sold as discussed above and b) the five firm Kamsarmax vessels currently under construction, we own a fleet of 150 vessels, with an aggregate capacity of 14.7 million dwt consisting of 17 Newcastlemax, 15 Capesize, 1 Mini Capesize, 7 Post Panamax, 44 Kamsarmax, 1 Panamax, 48 Ultramax and 17 Supramax vessels with carrying capacities between 55,569 dwt and 209,537 dwt. About Trending News: This Webinar Series features interviews and discussions with senior management elaborating on recent company news and announcements, and market trends. For more episodes please visit here: https://capitallinkshipping.com/trending-news/
The main story across freight and commodities over the past fortnight has been the headline-making 90-day tariff reduction between the US and China. Hi, I'm Jess, and on this episode of Freight Up, myself and Davide unpack how this policy shift has tempered volatility and delivered a short-term lift to otherwise flat markets. Ben Klang joins us after a busy run of industry events, detailing the impact on dry freight—where Capesize contracts saw a fleeting rebound before losing ground, and smaller Panamax and Supramax rates remained lacklustre. We'll investigate the cautious optimism on the macro front, following stubborn inflation and steady US employment numbers. We'll also take a closer look at iron ore and steel markets, with regional insights you won't want to miss. From Shanghai, Hao Pei explores iron ore's resilience—even as tariffs shift—and the mounting influence of port logistics in Peru and ongoing maintenance cycles in China. Timestamped summary00:00 Mixed Inflation and Market Stability03:32 Cape Size Contract Fluctuations08:06 Steel Tariffs Impact and Trade Dynamics10:44 FOBCC Market Outlook Uncertain13:24 US Steel Market Challenges18:10 "Spot Price Drop Forecasted"Website Check out FIS Live - https://www.fis-live.com/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podder - https://www.podderapp.com/privacy-policy
Markets this week have been shaped by a volley of global events, each leaving its mark on commodities and freight. We've seen flat performances across dry freight indexes, despite slight gains in Capesize and Panamax sectors, and a muted Supramax uptick offset by minor losses in Handys. Oil and equity markets? Responding to political developments, most notably in the US, as tariffs and policy uncertainty weigh on sentiment. If you're following the impact of US and Canadian politics on trade, this episode provides a timely overview. Chris Hudson joins me, Davide, to break down the effects of Trump's executive orders and tariffs on North America's cross-border commodity trade, alongside the newly-elected Prime Minister Carney's reaction in Canada. We flag the difficulties market participants are facing as they try to adapt to “wait and see” conditions, with S&P volatility, shifting border policy, and tariff unpredictability creating new risks. The episode also explores the knock-on effects for currencies and global commodity pricing, tracking the Fed's interest rate stance and its implications for everything priced in dollars. You'll get a first-hand view on how global supply chains are being tested by changing political rhetoric, and what this means for iron ore, coking coal, and dry freight trends moving into May.Timestamps00:00 Market Volatility Amid News Overload03:36 U.S. Politics: Executive Orders & Market Trends08:24 Trump Era Politics & Economic Insights09:54 Trump Criticises Powell on Rates14:41 Uncertainty in Economic Forecasting16:49 Decarbonisation Challenges and Economic Priorities21:46 US Tariff Easing Boosts Markets24:14 Australian Coking Coal Market ReboundsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podder - https://www.podderapp.com/privacy-policy
Expert Talks with Mr. Carlos Peña on "Insights from CTM's New Leadership" March 17, 2025 Episode # 7 Featuring: - Mr. Carlos Peña, CEO of C Transport Maritime About CTT C TRANSPORT MARITIME S.A.M. (CTM) is a highly qualified and experienced vessel management company primarily in the dry cargo ocean transportation industry. Established in Monaco in 2004, the company has strong Greek and Italian shipping roots that reach back over a century. CTM currently manages a fleet of over 200 dry cargo vessels at any point in time in the Handymax up to Capesize segments. For more information, please visit here: https://ctmmc.com #shipping #drybulk #maritimetransport #shippingindustry Part of Capital Link's "Expert Talks" Podcast Series. For more episodes please visit: www.capitallinkshipping.com
This is Freight Up, the place where we unpack the labyrinth that is the freight and commodity markets. I'm Jess, one of your guides on this voyage, alongside my co-host Davide. In this episode, we'll be diving headfirst into the current resurgence of the freight market with Ben Klang, while parsing through the intricacies of iron ore's recent pullback with Hao Pei. To wrap things up, Archie sheds light on the tumultuous happenings in the fuel oil market. First up, the freight market. If you've been watching, you'll know the Capesize market is on an upswing after a spell of lukewarm rates. Ben Klang spills the details on what's driving the surge and whether it's here to stay. As we transition from freight to raw materials with Hao Pei, we dissect the iron ore market, which has seen a significant dip. Hao highlights the high production levels in Australia and Brazil that have weighed on prices and draws out the influence of macroeconomic factors, such as the ongoing trade tensions. We finish up with Archie's view on the fuel oil market as we explore how recent moves in crude prices and geopolitical factors, like OPEC's supply decisions and increasing tariffs, have stirred volatility. Timestamped summary00:00 Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Shifts04:27 Cape Size Market Boosts Dry FFAs 08:52 Capesize Trading Surpasses Panamax12:25 China's Economy: Potential Market Volatility15:26 Iron Ore Market Strategy Awaited16:30 Iron Ore Market Strategy22:35 Fuel Oil Market Dynamics23:47 Subscribe for Freight UpdatesThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podder - https://www.podderapp.com/privacy-policy
Welcome to a special episode of Freight Up, our last for the year! As we head into the holiday season, today's episode is packed with everything you need to get up to speed with the latest happenings in the freight and commodity markets. Whether you're taking a break from the Christmas rush or wrapping up your year-end strategies, you won't want to miss this detailed analysis of market trends, economic indicators, and expert forecasts.First up, Davide kicks things off with an update on the key market movements over the past two weeks. We've seen some significant job growth in the US, with 227,000 jobs added in November, but this hasn't been enough to counter ongoing challenges in the freight markets. For instance, the Capesize index has plummeted. Our analysts Ed and Hao Pei dive deep into the technical and fundamental aspects of these trends, providing an illuminating discussion on what's driving the market's bearish outlook and what we might expect as we move into 2025.After listening, you'll walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of the freight and bulk commodities markets. You'll learn about the impacts of Chinese industrial performance and US economic data on market movements, how the Panamax and Supramax segments are faring, and the projections for the iron ore market in the coming year. This knowledge will equip you with actionable insights to adjust your strategies accordingly, be it for short-term trading or long-term investment planning. So, sit back, put down your WSJ or Times newpaper, grab another cuppa, and let's make sense of the markets together on this festive edition of Freight Up.Links referenced in this episode:fis.liveCompanies mentioned in this episode: Boeing Freight Investor Services Capesize C3 C5 Panamax Supramax C3 C5 FIS Live China India EU This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podder - https://www.podderapp.com/privacy-policy
In this episode of Freight Up, we tackle the major shifts and trends in the freight and bulk commodity markets that have unfolded over the last two weeks. I'm Jess, and together with Davide, we'll guide you through the latest developments, featuring insights from our guests, Hao Pei, and Archie Smith. If you're keen to understand the dynamics currently shaping iron ore, steel, and fuel oil, this episode is essential listening.We'll kick things off with an update on the economic indicators from major markets like the UK, Japan, and Germany. You'll learn how inflation trends are diverging in these countries and the implications for global trade. Moving forward, we delve into manufacturing activities in China and the U.S., examining their impact on the freight indices. We'll break down the significant downturn in shipping indexes, detailing the struggles faced by the Capesize, Panamax, Supramax, and Handysize segments. By focusing on these movements, you'll gain a clearer picture of the pressure points in global shipping.We'll discuss the turmoil in the dry bulk market, especially the surprising drop in freight rates during what is typically a peak period because of China's year-end restocking. We'll address the role of geopolitical events, such as the typhoon in China, and market holidays like Thanksgiving in the U.S., that have contributed to market sluggishness. With Hao Pei's expert take on global steel tariffs and China's internal housing market stimuli, and Archie Smith's deep dive into the high sulphur fuel oil market shifts, you'll come away with actionable insights. By listening to this episode, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions, anticipate market movements, and leverage the latest trends in the freight and commodity markets. Don't miss out on these critical updates that can shape your strategies in the weeks to come.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podder - https://www.podderapp.com/privacy-policy
Key Freight Indices and Iron Ore Rebound ExplainedThe key movements and news of the markets followed by us at Freight Investor ServicesHello, and welcome to this week's Freight Up podcast. I'm Jess. Together with Davide, we'll guide you through this episode, packed with insights and analysis. Today, we're covering a lot of info despite Archie Smith missing our segment on fuel oil. We'll kick things off with the latest updates in the freight market, diving into index movements over the last two weeks. From the steady but modest shifts in the Panamax market to the more dramatic fluctuations in Capesize contracts, we'll give you the detailed breakdown you need to understand these currents. Next up, we're diving into the iron ore sector with insights from Hao Pei in Shanghai. As Hao discusses, the iron ore index saw a rise and fall this week. He analyses the geopolitical and economic factors that contributed to these movements. Hao's analysis will equip you with a nuanced understanding of how global events shape this crucial commodity market. We also touch upon the coking coal market.For more detailed analysis and up-to-the-minute insights, make sure you're subscribed to our podcast and following us on LinkedIn. You can also get the Freight Investor Services app, FIS Live, to never miss a beat. Remember, staying informed is key to staying ahead. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Freight Up. See you in two weeks for our next episode delving into the freight and commodity markets.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podder - https://www.podderapp.com/privacy-policy
Hello and welcome to another insightful episode of Freight Up, the freight and commodity podcast from Freight Investor Services. I'm Jess, and alongside my co-host Davide, we're here to bring you up to speed on the latest market movements and trends in the freight and bulk commodity sectors. Today's episode, "Falling Capes amid Chinese Stimulus" promises to be a compelling mix of critical market analysis and expert insights. We're joined by Archie Smith and Hao Pei, each with their wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives.First off, we'll dive into the recent dry FFA movements where the absence of impactful stimuli from China has had a significant effect. Capesize vessels have particularly felt the brunt. We explore why this is happening and discuss how Panamaxes and smaller vessels are faring in this tricky market. Jess and Davide will break down what this means for traders and investors.Next, we're thrilled to have Hao Pei from our Shanghai office take us through the mid-October iron ore correction. We'll dissect the causes behind this correction and explore the short-to-midterm outlook for iron ore. Is this a temporary blip, or are there deeper issues at play? By the end of this episode, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of the current state of the dry FFA markets, insights into the iron ore sector, and a clear picture of what's driving the fuel oil markets. Whether you're trading, investing, or simply interested in staying informed, this episode will provide you with actionable insights to navigate the ever-changing landscape of freight and commodities. Timestamped summary00:00 China grows, Japan's inflation falls, shipping declines.04:58 Panamax market faced weekly losses, slight recovery.09:20 Iron ore market volatile amidst uncertain factors.11:15 China's hot metal consumption significantly influences markets.14:14 Market calms; focus on Israel's next move.
Star Bulk Carriers is the largest US-listed dry bulk owner with a roughly $2.6B market capitalization. Management discusses dry bulk market dynamics, including weaker Chinese data, ongoing Red Sea disruptions, and divergences between Capesize and Panamax rates.
Midlertidig CEO i Golden Ocean og CFO, Peder Simonsen, har tatt en prat med Nordnets analytiker Roger Berntsen. I sesjonen snakker de om både selskapets kvartalstall, utsikter og andre refleksjoner. Golden Ocean Group er et rederi. Selskapet har sitt hovedfokus på transport av tørrlast. Virksomheten drives gjennom konsernets datterselskap, med egeneide fartøy innenfor kategoriene Capesize, Panamax og SupraMax. En del av fartøyene inngår i joint ventures og i diverse samarbeidsprosjekter. Selskapet ble etablert i 1996 og har sitt hovedkontor i Bermuda. Finansielle verdipapirer kan både øke og minke i verdi. Det er en risiko for at du ikke får tilbake pengene du har investert. Før du investerer i et fond bør du lese prospektet som er tilgjengelig hos fondsforvalter og nøkkelinformasjonen du finner på ordreleggingssiden og på fondets produktside på nordnet.no.
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ: SBLK) - Company Developments & Dry Bulk Sector Updates & Outlook August 12, 2024 Featuring: Mr. Hamish Norton, President of Star Bulk Carriers Corp. Mr. Nicolas Bornozis, President of Capital Link Trending News- This Podcasts Series features interviews and discussions with senior management elaborating on recent company news and announcements. Visit here for the Trending News Podcast Series: https://capitallinkshipping.com/trending-news/ About SBLK - Star Bulk is a global shipping company providing worldwide seaborne transportation solutions in the dry bulk sector. Star Bulk’s vessels transport major bulks, which include iron ore, minerals and grain, and minor bulks, which include bauxite, fertilizers and steel products. Star Bulk was incorporated in the Marshall Islands on December 13, 2006 and maintains executive offices in Athens, New York, Limassol, Singapore, Germany and Denmark. It's common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol “SBLK”. As of the date of this release on a fully delivered basis and as adjusted for the delivery of a) the vessels agreed to be sold and b) the five firm Kamsarmax vessels currently under construction, Star Bulk owns a fleet of 159 vessels, with an aggregate capacity of 15.2 million dwt, consisting of 17 Newcastlemax, 16 Capesize, 1 Mini Capesize, 7 Post Panamax, 44 Kamsarmax, 1 Panamax, 48 Ultramax and 25 Supramax vessels with carrying capacities between 53,489 dwt and 209,537 dwt. In addition, in November 2021 Star Bulk took delivery of the Capesize vessel Star Shibumi, under a long-term charter-in contract for a period up to November 2028. In January 2024 Star Bulk took delivery of vessels Star Voyager, Star Explorer and Stargazer, and in June 2024, Star Bulk took delivery of the vessel Star Earendel, each subject to a seven-year charter-in arrangement. As of the date of this release, Star Bulk also entered into long-term charter-in arrangements with respect to one Kamsarmax newbuilding and one Ultramax newbuilding which are expected to be delivered during 2024 with an approximate duration of seven years per vessel plus optional years. For further information: www.starbulk.com
The dry bulk shipping market has rebounded in the first half of 2024 driven by the Capesize sector and the iron ore trades – will this positive trend continue for the remainder of the year?In a five-part series mid-year we take stock of shipping markets in the first six months of the year and look ahead to the remainder of the 2024 with experts Maritime Strategies International (MSI).In this second part the Seatrade Maritime Podcast talks with Plamen Natzkoff, Associate Director for Dry Bulk Commodities and Freight with MSI about the performance and outlook for the dry bulk shipping market.
This audio is brought to you by Wearcheck, your condition monitoring specialist. The contribution of diversified mining company Anglo American to a cleaner, greener maritime industry is highlighted by this week's delivery of the last of ten emission-cutting ships. The maiden voyage of the Ubuntu Liberty vessel from China to South Africa will mark the successful on-time transfer of all ten ships built over the last three years by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding, located along the mouth of China's Yangtze river. The final vessel of the Ubuntu fleet is on its way to Saldanha Bay to collect iron-ore from South Africa's high-quality-producing Kumba operations in the Northern Cape, a repeat of what the first Ubuntu Harmony vessel did a year ago. The fleet emits 35% less carbon dioxide into the air than ships fuelled by conventional marine oil fuel. Customers are showing keen interest in accessing Ubuntu freight, which Anglo marketing business CEO Matt Walker says in a Johannesburg Stock Exchange announcement demonstrates growing recognition of the value of sustainable shipping as part of a more sustainable supply chain that end consumers increasingly expect. Shanghai Waigaoqiao has delivered the fleet on time, on budget and with a zero-safety-incident record. The Ubuntu fleet is a key component of Anglo's ambition to achieve carbon-neutrality for its controlled ocean freight by 2040, aligning with Anglo's sustainable mining plan commitment to carbon neutral operations across its mines by the same year. The LNG dual-fuelled vessels offer an estimated 35% reduction in emissions compared to ships fuelled by conventional marine oil fuel and are the most efficient vessels of their type today. Since the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuelled new-build ship was loaded, more than 6.4-million tonnes of iron-ore and steelmaking coal across global shipping routes. Additionally, the fleet has conducted 30-plus refuelling stops for LNG in locations such as Singapore and Malaysia, amid the shipping industry being responsible for some 3% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. GREEN HYDROGEN As reported by Mining Weekly last year, Anglo has established a framework of initiatives for the decarbonisation of its maritime activities, including energy-saving devices fitted to existing vessels, the use of voyage optimisation software, and a focus on exploring, trialling and adopting alternative, sustainable fuel options, including sustainable biofuel, green methanol and ammonia, and - further down the line - green hydrogen. The use of LNG is also expected to lead to a reduction of nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from vessel exhausts, while new technology also eliminates the release of unburnt methane. The dual-fuelled Capesize+ fleet is part of an ambition to achieve carbon neutrality for controlled ocean freight by 2040, with an interim target to reduce emissions from these activities by 30% by 2030. This is all part of a wider ambition to halve Scope 3 emissions by 2040.
The low orderbook, demand growth and longer ton-miles created by supply-chain disruptions bode well for the health of the dry-bulk industry. In this Talking Transports podcast, Seanergy Maritime Holdings Chairman and CEO Stamatis Tsantanis joins Lee Klaskow, Bloomberg Intelligence senior transportation & logistics analyst, to discuss the opportunities and challenges facing the global dry-bulk shipping market. A prolonged crisis in the Red Sea could drive Capesize rates and profit higher for owners in the coming months. One of the biggest challenges will be the industry's ability to meet the International Maritime Organization's goals for zero emissions by 2050 through a transition toward greener fuels, he says. Tsantanis also talks about the impact of Russia's war on Ukraine and China's demand for raw materials.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Y aura t-il à court terme assez de gros vraquiers secs sur l'eau, ces navires géants qui transportent des produits agricoles ou encore des minerais ? Le taux de renouvellement de la flotte atteint son plus bas niveau depuis 2008. Une flotte de bateaux qui ne se renouvelle pas assez vite par rapport à la demande ou en tout cas pas au rythme habituel, c'est ce que les chiffres montrent. Cela fait même quinze ans que la proportion de vraquiers attendus en livraison par rapport à la flotte existante n'a pas été si faible – 2,8% et 2,6 % pour les deux prochaines années, contre 5% en moyenne ces dix dernières années, selon Maersk Broker. Sont concernés précisément ceux qu'on appelle les Capesize et les Panamax qui transportent du minerai de fer, du charbon, de la bauxite ou encore des produits agricoles.« Si moins de vraquiers sont mis sur le marché, c'est que la priorité a été donnée à d'autres catégories de navires », explique Marc Pauchet, analyste chez Maersk Broker. Les carnets de commande de chantiers navals sont remplis de porte-conteurs et de bateaux transportant du Gaz naturel Liquéfié. Très sollicités, ces chantiers principalement situés en Chine, et au Japon, pour ce type de navires, ont tendance à monter leur prix. Or avec les taux de fret actuels, le retour sur investissement n'est pas suffisant pour convaincre les armateurs de payer plus, ils ont donc ralenti leurs commandes. De la seconde main dans le Fret maritimeCertains armateurs ont choisi de ne pas investir dans du neuf et se tournent vers le marché de la seconde main, qui existe aussi dans le fret maritime. Ce délai leur permet aussi de prendre le temps de voir comment s'adapter aux nouvelles règlementations contraignantes en termes d'émissions carbone imposées aux navires, des réglementations qui leur imposent de choisir une énergie de propulsion bas-carbone.D'autres investisseurs, que ce soient des compagnies maritimes ou des grands négociants en matières premières, privilégient les commandes de navires plus petits.Cette baisse d'intérêt pour les grands vraquiers pourrait avoir à moyen terme des conséquences sur les taux de fret. Car la demande des exportateurs de minerais ou de produits agricoles est toujours là, et s'annonce plus forte que le nombre de nouveaux navires annoncés sur le marché, selon Maersk Broker. À ce déficit, il faut ajouter la démolition de navires trop anciens, et des retards possibles dans la livraison des navires commandés, voire des annulations. Des perspectives qui pourraient faire grimper, par ricochet, le prix du charbon ou des céréales.À lire aussiTransport maritime, l'effet boomerang
Safe Bulkers, Inc. (NYSE: SB) Update & Outlook - Capital Link Presentation Series | 1.31.24 Company Management Speakers: • Dr. Loukas Barmparis, President • Mr. Konstantinos Adamopoulos, CFO • Mr. Thanasis Antonakis, Assistant CFO, Chief Compliance Office About SB The Company is an international provider of marine drybulk transportation services, transporting bulk cargoes, particularly coal, grain and iron ore, along worldwide shipping routes for some of the world's largest users of marine drybulk transportation services. The Company has a fleet of 46 vessels, consisting of 11 Panamax, 9 Kamsarmax, 18 Post-Panamax and 8 Capesize vessels, with an aggregate carrying capacity of 4.6 million dwt and an average age of 10.5 years. Twelve vessels in the Company's fleet are eco-ships built after 2014, and seven are IMO GHG Phase 3 - NOx Tier III vessels built 2022 onwards. The Company has an outstanding orderbook of nine Phase 3 newbuild vessels, two of which are methanol dual fuel, with scheduled deliveries three in 2024, two in 2025, three in 2026, and one in 2027. The Company's common stock, series C preferred stock and series D preferred stock are listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and trade under the symbols "SB", "SB.PR.C", and "SB.PR.D", respectively. For more information about Safe Bulkers, Inc. please visit www.safebulkers.com About Series Capital Link Company Presentation Series features Senior Management of publicly listed maritime companies will present their business and strategy, overall development and outlook to a wider investor audience. Please follow the link below for more information: https://webinars.capitallink.com/2024/company_presentation Disclaimer Founded in 1995, Capital Link provides Investor & Public Relations and Media services to several listed and private companies, including companies featured in these webinars. Our webinars, including the one in this video, are for informational and educational purposes and should not be relied upon. They do not constitute an offer to buy or sell securities or investment advice or advice of any kind. The views expressed are not those of Capital Link which bears no responsibility for them. In addition, Capital Link organizes a series of industry and investment conferences annually in key industry centers in the United States, Europe and Asia, all of which are known for combining rich educational and informational content with unique marketing and networking opportunities. Capital Link is a member of the Baltic Exchange. Based in New York City, Capital Link has presence in London, Athens & Oslo. #shipping #maritime #webinars #drybulk #bulkshipping #commodities
CEO og CFO i Golden Ocean, Lars-Christian Svensen og Peder Simonsen henholdsvis, har tatt en prat med vår analytiker, Roger Berntsen. Golden Ocean er en ledende aktør innen tørrbulkskip. Som den største eieren av Capesize-skip, gir de utbytte og støtter global handel. Visjonen deres handler om å omfavne digitalisering og bærekraft. Finansielle verdipapirer kan både øke og minke i verdi. Det er en risiko for at du ikke får tilbake pengene du har investert. Før du investerer i et fond bør du lese prospektet som er tilgjengelig hos fondsforvalter og nøkkelinformasjonen du finner på ordreleggingssiden og på fondets produktside på nordnet.no.
In this Interview, Mr. Tsantanis opens up to us in regards to the beginning of his banking career, up to his current position as the Chairman and CEO of Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp.; a company listed on the New York Stock Exchange. He describes his involvement with Shipping, as something he particularly likes and also discusses the current needs of the shipping sector, such as Sustainability, Performance and Regulation; departments, which should definitely be at the focus of the newcomers, interested in working in the Maritime Industry.In closing, Mr. Tsantanis reveals the recipe for success, to an excellent team. The executives' connection, the selection of the right people for the job, their character's integrity, their managerial depth and the freedom to make decisions based on the team's strategy, are just a few key elements, guaranteeing the best results.Stamatis Tsantanis (Bio):Stamatis Tsantanis, with more than 23 years of experience in shipping and capital markets, is the Chairman and CEO of Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. (NASDAQ: SHIP). In 2012, when he first joined Seanergy, led its significant growth to a world renowned Capesize drybulk company, of more than 3.0 million dwt. Prior to joining Seanergy, he served as group CFO and director in prominent private and public shipping companies. And before that, served as an investment banker, at Alpha Finance, having a key role in major shipping corporate financial transactions, in the U.S. capital markets. Stamatis is also a board member of Breakwave Associates (NYSE: BDRY & BSEA) and a fellow at the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers. He holds a Master's degree in Shipping Trade and Finance from Bayes (formerly Cass) Business School in London and a Bachelor's degree in Shipping Economics, from the University of Piraeus.
Focus on Sustainability, Profitability & Long Term Competitiveness - With Dr. Loukas Barmparis, President at Safe Bulkers Inc. (NYSE:SB) August 9, 2022 Trending News: This Podcasts Series features interviews and discussions with senior management elaborating on recent company news and announcements. About Safe Bulkers Safe Bulkers is an international provider of marine drybulk transportation services, transporting bulk cargoes, particularly coal, grain and iron ore, along worldwide shipping routes for some of the world’s largest users of marine drybulk transportation services. As of August 1, 2022 Safe Bulkers had a fleet of 43 dry bulk vessels, 12 Panamax, 8 Kamsarmax, 16 Post-Panamax and 7 Capesize vessels. The company also has a newbulding orderbook of 9 dry bulk vessels, 7 Kamsarmax and 2 Post-Panamax with deliveries from Q1 2023 until Q1 2025. The Company’s common stock, series C preferred stock and series D preferred stock are listed on the NYSE, and trade under the symbols “SB”, “SB.PR.C”, and “SB.PR.D”, respectively. www.safebulkers.com
Star Bulk Carriers On Its Iron Ore Green Corridor Initiative New York, May 16, 2022 – Star Bulk Carriers (NASDAQ: SBLK) recently announced the signing of a joint letter of intent to establish a consortium to assess the development of an iron ore Green Corridor between Australia and East Asia, led by the Global Maritime Forum and along with its partners BHP, Rio Tinto, and Oldendorff Carriers. Charis Plakantonaki, the Chief Strategy Officer of Star Bulk Carriers, discusses with Barry Parker of Capital Link TV this initiative, what it entails, its significance and how its fits into Star Bulk’s overall ESG strategy. Green Corridor is a shipping route where it is practical to operate a zero-GHG emission ship, both technologically and economically. Route-specific Green Corridors simplify the challenge of decarbonization by focusing on fewer routes, cargoes, and fuels, along with appropriate financial incentives and safety regulations. Green corridors enable the industry to accelerate both the supply and the demand for green shipping on specific routes. They are an important first step in reaching the goal of 5% of shipping fuels being zero-emission fuels by 2030, which is a tipping point for the subsequent transition to full decarbonization. Key points of this discussion include: How Green Corridors contribute to Green Shipping and the overall drive to decarbonization’ The planning process to get this group together including the choice of working with BHP, Rio Tinto and Oldendorff Carriers? How the collaboration between the consortium complements Star Bulk’s ESG policies and what would be the benefits for Star Bulk shareholders Other routes globally and companies that have potentially similar collaborations Star Bulk’s ESG focus and initiatives ABOUT STAR BULK - Star Bulk is a global shipping company providing worldwide seaborne transportation solutions in the dry bulk sector. Star Bulk’s vessels transport major bulks, which include iron ore, minerals and grain, and minor bulks, which include bauxite, fertilizers and steel products. Star Bulk was incorporated in the Marshall Islands on December 13, 2006 and maintains executive offices in Athens, Oslo, New York, Limassol and Singapore. Its common stock trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol “SBLK”. Star Bulk operates a fleet of 128 vessels, with an aggregate capacity of 14.1 million dwt, consisting of 17 Newcastlemax, 22 Capesize, 2 Mini Capesize, 7 Post Panamax, 41 Kamsarmax, 2 Panamax, 20 Ultramax and 17 Supramax vessels with carrying capacities between 52,425 dwt and 209,537 dwt.
Everything you need to know about the Baltic Dry Index! What is the BDI? BDI is simply daily dry bulk shipping rates— which reflect the supply/demand of dry bulk vessels. It's an index which measures the average cost of leasing ships to transport ‘dry bulk' cargo (I.e. coal, iron ore, grains, etc). It measures costs of transporting various important raw materials by sea (e.g. coal, iron ore, grain) - It takes into account shipping routes, timing of delivery, ship capacity, and is a widely used benchmark in shipping. What are the ships? Capesize: the largest ships in the BDI with 100,000 deadweight tonnage (DWT) or greater. The average size of a Capesize ship is 156,000 DWT Panamax: have a 60,000 to 80,000 DWT capacity, and they're used mostly to transport coal, grains, and minor bulk products such as sugar and cement. Supramax/handysize: These ships have a carrying capacity of 45,000 to 59,999 DWT. Major dry bulk commodities include iron ore, coal, and grain - two-thirds of global dry bulk trade. Minor bulks include steel products, sugars, cement The BDI is good to pay attention to, but its not the whole inflation story. Its a divergence between things - so its expensive to be a human still, but its good to have pressure easing in some areas
Don't panic! Capesize prices may be sliding, but our podcast is here to highlight what's going on in the freight, oil and ferrous markets. Disclaimer: freightinvestorservices.com/castaway-disclaimer/
A short, sharp update this week as we discuss the jump in oil prices, the bounce back on iron ore, and of course the Capesize rates having gone to the Moon.
John Wobbensmith, CEO of Genco Shipping (GNK), a dry bulk shipping company, joined J Mintzmyer's Value Investor's Edge Live on 25 June 2021 to discuss the strong market outlook and company specific plans for capital allocation and shareholder returns. GNK is benefiting from surging rates and is expected to report a strong Q2 earnings report followed by an even stronger showing in Q3. Although market conditions can change and dry bulk is notoriously volatile, the supply side is the most bullish we have seen in 20-plus years and the signals from demand are also encouraging, particularly in the midsize and smaller segments, which are reviewed in detail in this update. Perhaps of most interest to shareholders is Genco's plan to begin massive dividend payouts once target leverage is achieved. GNK's officially stated plan is to begin these large payouts after Q4-2021 results (i.e. in early-2022). However, market conditions have been very strong, so there's a potential for GNK to start to move even faster. With current market rates and GNK's stated dividend policy, we could theoretically see yields of 30% or higher against current share prices. This interview contains relevant insights for investors in all other dry bulk companies, including 2020 Bulkers (Oslo: 2020), Diana Shipping (DSX), Eagle Bulk (EGLE), Eurodry (EDRY), Golden Ocean (GOGL), Grindrod Shipping (GRIN), Navios Partners (NMM), Pangaea Logistics (PANL), Safe Bulkers (SB), Seanergy Maritime (SHIP), and Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK). Topics Covered (2:00) Dry bulk market overview (8:00) Differences between midsize and Capesize markets? (12:30) Any clear impact from upcoming environmental regulations? (15:45) Views on ammonia or LNG-dual fuel designs? (17:15) Any interest in newbuild assets or resale tonnage? (19:15) Any other growth potential? (22:30) Potential to raise the dividend sooner due to strong markets? (25:15) Dividend structure? Potential to pay even in weak markets? (27:45) Views on low leverage? Optionality to increase it? (30:15) Any desire to add time-charter coverage in this market? (32:00) Review of scrubber program and economics. (34:30) Why choose Genco Shipping (GNK) as the favored dry bulk play? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Diversified miner Anglo American has awarded a ten-year charter contract for four liquefied natural gas- (LNG-) fuelled Capesize vessels to transport the company’s iron-ore to international customers. This introduces LNG into Anglo’s chartered fleet for the first time. The new-build LNG vessels emit 35% lower carbon emissions compared with standard marine fuel, while using technology to eliminate the release of unburnt methane. The contract speaks to Anglo’s goal to be carbon neutral across its operations by 2040, as it works to reduce emissions not only at production sites but also along the entire value chain. In addition to the lower carbon dioxide emissions, LNG marine fuel offers significant environmental advantages over heavy fuel oil, which is the most widely used fuel by vessels operating along sea trade routes. However, the use of LNG instead eliminates sulphur oxides and considerably reduces nitrogen oxides and particulate matter from vessel exhausts. U-Ming Marine Transport will own the newly designed 190 000 t LNG-fuelled bulk carriers. The fleet will be built by Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding, in China, and is expected to be delivered in 2023. The fleet is expected to carry up to five-million tonnes of product a year, transporting iron-ore from Anglo’s operations in Brazil and South Africa to the company’s global customer base. This move toward sustainability in the maritime industry follows the company being a founding signatory of the Sea Cargo Charter in October, which was created by some of the world’s largest energy, agriculture, mining and commodity trading companies. The charter establishes a standards methodology and reporting framework to allow charterers to measure and align their emissions from ocean transportation activities.
S&P Global Platts dry bulk market experts Shriram Sivaramakrishnan, Carina Li, and Isaac Eio examine how the Capesize, Panamax and Supramax markets have fared in this pandemic-stricken trading environment, and what's in store for shipowners and freight rates in the coming months.
Hamish Norton, President of Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK), along with Simos Spyrou and Christos Begleris, Co-CFOs, and Constantinos Simantiras, Head of Market Research joined Value Investor's Edge Live on October 1 2019 to discuss the dry bulk shipping markets and disruptions ahead of pending IMO 2020 regulations. We reviewed their sizable scrubber program and expectations for slow steaming into 2020 along with capital allocation priorities as results turn strongly profitable. This conversation is relevant for anyone long dry bulk shipping names including Diana Shipping (DSX), Eagle Bulk (EGLE), Genco Shipping (GNK), Golden Ocean (GOGL), Navios Maritime Partners (NMM), Safe Bulkers (SB), Scorpio Bulkers (SALT), or Seanergy Maritime (SHIP). Topics covered: 0:30 minute mark - Start of discussion / How is the overall dry bulk market developing? 4:15 - How is IMO 2020 developing so far? Any distortions in the markets? 5:15 - Have there been any delays to SBLK's scrubber installations? 8:20 - Where is your fleet positioned, Atlantic vs. Pacific? Rate differences? 10:20 - What is the impact of the US-China trade war? Meaningful impact? 13:45 - Are Chinese environmental initiatives impacting the markets? 16:00 - What is causing the recent Capesize rate decline? 18:20 - Can we expect dividends soon? End of year? 21:30 - Potential for more fleet acquisitions? Criteria? 22:45 - Impact of scrubbers on future earnings potential? 26:30 - Is there any charter activity for scrubber-equipped vessels? 30:30 - Star Bulk still trades at a huge discount to NAV, any plans to fix? 33:00 - Repurchases v. Dividends Discussion.
Learn 7 Signs Why a Recession May Be Looming. 1. Corporate profits are tanking. Corporate profits have been weak since late in 2014 according to JP Morgan economist Michael Feroli. Growth in corporate profits has been negative since Q3 and Q4 of 2015 and flat Q1 of 2016. The three main reasons corporates are under so much pressure are the strong US dollar, collapsing oil prices, and rising wages. "Declining corporate profits as measured by US equity EPS have been closely followed by, or coincided with, a recession 81% of the time since 1900," said Dubravko Lakos-Bujas at JP Morgan. Paul Mortimer-Lee from PNB Paribas projects that the risk of recession over the next 12 months is somewhere between 40% and 50%, depending on how terrible the incoming labor market data looks. Some people speculate there is little to no earnings growth expected globally. 2. Unemployment report Only 38,000 jobs were added - far short of the 160,000 estimated. 3. The dollar has been strong since 2015. Strong dollar makes US exports more expensive. Other countries’ currencies are pegged to the dollar so it hurts their exports too. 4. ISM (manufacturing) report has been neutral. An indicator of 50 is neutral. March was 51.8, slightly expanding. Last 5 months were over 50, prior 5 months under 50. 5. Construction is declining. -1.8% is the largest drop since 1/11. 6. Baltic Dry Index (shipping) is very low. BDI measures iron ore and coal. More ships built to transport iron ore and coal have been scrapped so far this year than in all of 2014 as the commodity slump stunts the life expectancy of bulk carriers. Twenty-nine Capesize vessels with an average age of 21.4 years have been turned into scrap through March 4, according GMS Inc., the world’s biggest cash buyer of ships for recycling, citing data from Clarkson Plc. That’s a faster pace than the 93 destroyed all of last year and the 25 in 2014. The Baltic Dry Index, a measure of what shipowners earn from transporting commodities, has plunged to the lowest in more than 30 years amid slowing Chinese demand. 7. Consumer spending is a bright spot, or is it? Biggest increase in 6 years (mostly autos). Scary trend of auto loans for 125% of car value.
Pradeep Rajan, senior managing editor for Asia Pacific shipping and freight markets, talks to associate editors Deborah Lee, Shriram Sivaramakrishnan and Su Ling Teo on the lackluster Capesize market in the seasonally strong fourth quarter; the trend building up in the Panamax and Supramax segments...
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for week ending June 13th, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for week ending June 6th, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for May 16, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for May 16, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for May 9, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for May 9, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for May 6, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for May 6, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for week ending April 4, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com
The Coracle Online Dry Cargo podcast for week ending March 21, 2014 in association with The Baltic Exchange To learn more about the dry cargo markets and other aspects of commercial shipping, head to www.coracleonline.com For a full transcript, please see www.ShippingPodcasts.com This podcast comes from Coracle - www.myCoracle.com