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    26 Jun, 2026
    Kamsar & Boffa: The Two Ports Moving the World’s Aluminium
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    Guinea’s Bauxite Exports Continue to Break Records Guinea exported 183 million tonnes of bauxite in 2025, marking its fourth consecutive annual production record. The country has firmly established itself as the world’s largest bauxite exporter and one of the most

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    22 May, 2026
    Weekly Market Pulse: Capesize Squeeze Pushes BDI on the Verge of 3000
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    As we wrap up Week 20 of 2026, the global dry bulk market has sent an unmistakable signal across the chartering desks. At Marcenta, our data analytics team has processed the latest indices, and the conclusion is definitive: shipowners have

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    14 May, 2026
    Weekly Market Pulse: The Bulls are Running in the Dry Bulk Sector
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    As we close out Week 20 of 2026, the maritime landscape is showing a clear shift in power. At Marcenta, we’ve been tracking the data closely, and the numbers tell a story of tightening supply and a robust surge in

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    8 May, 2026
    Freight Markets Are Rising Again — But the Structure Still Looks Fragile
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    Freight sentiment is improving again. Indices are moving upward. Owners are regaining confidence. Cargo activity is becoming more visible across several regions. At first glance, the market appears healthier than it did only a few weeks ago. But beneath the

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    1 May, 2026
    Freight Markets Are Rising — But the Structure Is Fragile
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    Freight markets are showing clear upward momentum. The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) increased from 2,567 to 2,675 points, while both Supramax and Handysize segments posted gains. On the surface, the market appears to be strengthening. But beneath this movement lies

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    28 Apr, 2026
    SSHEX vs SSHINC: The Small Clause That Quietly Changes Voyage Economics
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    In shipping contracts, some clauses look minor. They are often accepted without discussion. But their impact can extend across the entire voyage. One of the most underestimated examples: SSHEX vs SSHINC. What Do They Mean? These terms are commonly defined

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    23 Apr, 2026
    The Cargo That Was Never Ready: A Hidden Risk in Chartering
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    In shipping, some of the most expensive problems are not visible. They are not written in the fixture recap.They are not stated in emails.They are not formally declared. But they are there. And they shape the entire operation. The Scenario

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    22 Apr, 2026
    Sailing Too Early: When Leaving on Time Creates Delay
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    In shipping, efficiency is often measured by one visible action: Departure. A vessel that sails on time appears efficient.A vessel that waits appears delayed. But what if that logic is flawed? The Scenario A bulk carrier completes loading in the

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    20 Apr, 2026
    The Convoy That Sailed Without Lights: When Visibility Became a Liability
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    In most industries, visibility is considered an advantage. In shipping, it often is. But history shows that under certain conditions, visibility can become the greatest vulnerability. In 1942, during one of the most dangerous periods of maritime history, a convoy

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    17 Apr, 2026
    Weekly Freight Market Report: Selective Tightness Beneath Stable Conditions
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    This week’s freight market did not present significant volatility. However, underlying indicators suggest a developing structural pressure across specific segments and regions. The market is not weakening. It is tightening — selectively. Baltic Market Overview Dry bulk indices remained relatively

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