Industry Opinions

It seems that there is somewhat of a renewed optimism in the tanker market. Whether it is warranted or…

Although the last of the African soccer teams have left the World Cup in the round of 16, the…

This week’s kerfuffle was prompted by a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) article that boldly claimed: “The Obama administration cleared the…

Although the term ‘energy independence’ has significantly receded from US policy vernacular since the advent of shale oil and…

Things appear to be heating up in Iraq, and not just the temperature. Sunni militia, mainly affiliated…

As the World Cup kicks off next week, many a watchful eye will be drawn to the pastoral pitches…

As US domestic crude oil production continues to grow, so does the speculation of whether or not exports will…

This Memorial Day weekend could be poised to bring late spring tidings to product tanker owners trading in the…

The increase in domestic crude oil production is widely reported to have flipped US import requirements on their heads. While…

In general, it is difficult to engender sympathy for shipowners. To market insiders, the plight might be somewhat easier,…