TIMECHARTER
'Jiuxu 81' 2013 81762 dwt dely Taean 9 Aug trip via EC Australia redel South China intention coal $16,000 - Tongli
'GNS Harvest' 2007 76598 dwt dely Gwangyang 7/11 Aug trip via EC Australia redel South China intention coal $16,500 - Multimax
'Libertango' 2017 63679 dwt dely Newhaven prompt trip via USEC redel India $35,750 - Mayborne Bulk - <scrubber benefit for Charterers>
'Konkar Ormi' 2016 63520 dwt dely Tianjin prompt trip via Jinzhou redel Chittagong intention slags $19,700 - Fortune Bulk
'Sandream' 2012 61380 dwt dely New Mangalore prompt trip via South Africa redel EC India intention coal $14,350 - Bainbridge
'Ocean Hope' 2016 60279 dwt dely Paradip prompt trip via EC India redel Singapore-Japan $11,000 - cnr
'Virgo Stellar' 2008 58663 dwt dely Hamburg prompt trip redel East Mediterranean intention scrap $19,000 - Pangaea
'Meghna Energy' 2008 55641 dwt dely passing Singapore prompt trip via Indonesia redel China intention silica sand $13,200 - Huaya
'Kacey' 2009 55522 dwt dely passing Skaw prompt trip via Kalipeda redel West Africa intention wheat $18,200 - Safeen
'Kathy Ocean' 2003 52428 dwt dely Mumbai prompt trip redel Singapore-Japan $9,750 - Propel
'Tomini Mistral' 2016 39099 dwt dely Rouen prompt trip redel Nouakchott $15,250 - Centurion
'Stellar Isabela' 2017 37993 dwt dely Vila Do Conde prompt trip redel Norway intention alumina $20,000 - Norden
'Lucky Finder' 2009 37268 dwt dely Poland prompt trip redel East Mediterranean intention scrap $17,000 - Weco
'Mother M' 2012 34737 dwt dely Antwerp prompt trip via Russian Baltic redel Brazil intention fertilisers $11,000 - Solar
'Darius' 2017 33426 dwt dely Canakkale prompt trip via Varna redel Spain Mediterranean $10,250 - Swire
VOYAGES
COAL
'TBN' 80000/10 Taboneo/Magdalla 11/15 Aug $10.75 fio 15000shinc/35000shinc - Arcelormittal
'TBN' 75000/10 Limestone Fangcheng/EC India 15/30 Aug $12.75 fio 15000sshinc/20000sshex - SAIL
'TBN' 50000/10 Metcoke Bahodopi/Gangavaram 5/14 Aug $20.50 fio 10000shinc/20000shinc - VSP
All the above is given in good faith but wog. E&OE.
WRITEUP
CAPESIZE
The Capesize market softened at the start of the week, with limited activity reported. Singapore's National Day holiday reduced market participation, while the major miners remained absent from the spot market, resulting in no fresh fixture activity. Panellists generally described conditions as quiet, with sentiment trending softer as chartering requirements remained scarce and owners competed for a limited number of opportunities. The Atlantic remained subdued, with little fresh enquiry from Brazil or West Africa, while Pacific activity was similarly restrained by the lack of miner demand. Against this backdrop, most timecharter routes moved lower on the day, with the Capesize Timecharter Average declining by $212 to $46,300 per day. Overall, market sentiment remained cautious, with participants awaiting a return of miner activity and improved cargo visibility before adopting a firmer outlook.
PANAMAX
The week has begun on a relatively subdued note, with the long weekend in Singapore prompting many market participants to pause and reassess their positions. Despite the quieter trading environment, the P5TC increased by $71 to $20,755. In the Atlantic a clear market direction has yet to emerge, with brokers reporting little change in Owners' offer levels, suggesting there has been no meaningful softening in sentiment from the supply side. At the same time, Charterers are understood to be taking a more cautious approach, stepping back from active enquiry while they evaluate their requirements. As a result, activity remains limited and market participants are closely monitoring developments for clearer indicators of direction. The Pacific market is exhibiting a similar trend, with limited fixture activity reported today. However, following the stronger momentum seen last week, market participants have noted that the list of available prompt tonnage has thinned somewhat, providing some underlying support to rate levels and reinforcing the generally positive sentiment. While fresh demand appears subdued, the tighter vessel supply is helping to maintain market stability.
Atlantic
The Ever Sovereign (82,076 2017) in ballast towards EC South America arriving around 18/20 August was said to have fixed for a fronthaul at $21,500 + $1,175,000 ballast bonus, although there was some discussion as to who the charterer is.
Jaldhi was reported to have fixed the Pacific Star (74,138 2013) open Haldia 10/15 August for a coastal run at $23,000.
SUPRAMAX
A slow start after the weekend and with a holiday in Singapore today, most of the talk was centred on trades concluded last week. The 11TC average reflected this up $9 to open the week at $20,267. In Asia the market had showed signs of levelling at the end of last week, so hopefully the market can continue tomorrow, although there will be another holiday in Japan.
Atlantic
The Amis Justice (63,531 2017) was said to have fixed delivery Klaipeda for a trip to the Mediterranean intention scrap at $23,750 with Weco, although a source suggested this had been fixed early last week, and the Ocean Future (55,771 2010) prompt in Constantza fixed a trip ARAG intention grains with Cargill, some said at $19,000 whilst others said $18,000
Asia
The Sohar (63,018 2021) prompt Hong Kong fixed a trip Chittagong at $21,800, the Lucky Alice (55,677 2010) prompt Singapore fixed via Indonesia redelivery China with coal in the low $13,000's and the African Lorikeet (63,275 2024) Dar es Salaam 13-15 August fixed basis delivery Richards Bay for a trip WC India/EC India at $26,000 plus $260,000 ballast bonus. The Princess Erin (57,334 2011) Beira 15-21 August fixed a trip Singapore-Japan at $20,000, whilst the Princess Joanna (56,670 2012) prompt Paradip fixed a trip via EC India redelivery Mediterranean intention steels at $17,000 with Simtra.
HANDYSIZE
The market started the week on a flat note, with sentiment largely steady across most loading regions as participants adopted a cautious, wait-and-see approach. The BHSI edged down by 2 points to 872, while the 7TC average fall by $25 to $15,704. The Continent and Mediterranean remained active, with a few fixtures reported and Charterers beginning to bid above previously agreed levels. However, the South Atlantic and US Gulf continued to follow a sluggish trend, with tonnage levels remaining stable and limited fresh demand emerging. In Asia the market began the week quietly but on a positive note, supported by steady demand despite regional holidays, helping maintain a constructive tone across the region.
Atlantic
The Seahope (32,922 2012) open Lisbon was fixed for a trip delivery passing Skaw via Klaipeda to Nigeria with wheat in the low teens, although further details were not disclo
Asia
The Rostrum Sao Paulo (40,017 2025) open Duqm failed for a trip to the Continent via the Gulf of Aden at $13,000 by Simtra, although further details were not disclosed. A 34,000-dwt vessel was also heard fixed for a trip delivery passing Colombo for two to three laden legs, with the first leg carrying clinker to Australia at $15,000, although further details were not disclosed.