Latest Trends in VesselsValue Ship Sales: Bulk Carrier Price Trends and More

Discover the latest insights on VesselsValue ship sales, focusing on bulk carrier price trends, tankers price fluctuations, and container ship sale values. Gain a comprehensive understanding of maritime market index changes with VesselsValue’s expert analysis.

Bulk Carrier Price Trends

Recently, bulk carrier values have shown stability, with slight increases for older Supramaxes due to specific sales, such as the Swan River. Notably, the Kamsarmax BC Key Action (82,200 DWT, built 2010, Tsuneishi Zhoushan) was sold to Chinese buyers for $15.1 million, closely matching its estimated value of $14.96 million. Meanwhile, the Panamax BC Jawor (79,700 DWT, built 2010, New Times Shipbuilding) changed hands for $11 million, slightly below its $12.3 million valuation. Such transactions underscore the subtle shifts in bulk carrier price trends. For broader market context, check Bloomberg’s commodities market insights.

Tankers Price Fluctuations

Because of ongoing trends, older and smaller tankers have experienced price decreases, while larger tankers remain stable. For instance, the MR2 (Chemical/Product) Pelagic Tarpon (50,900 DWT, built 2006, STX Offshore) was sold for $14 million, just above its $13.7 million valuation. On the other hand, the MR2 STI Regina (50,000 DWT, built 2014, SPP) fetched $28 million, slightly under its $29.6 million value. Understanding these tanker price fluctuations can be enhanced by following Reuters’ commodities coverage.

Container Ship Sale Values

Container ship sale values have shown stability, particularly in handysize and sub-panamax categories. The Sub Panamax Cape Quest (2,190 TEU, built 2017, Guangzhou Wenchong) was acquired by CMA CGM for $35 million, above its estimated $32.4 million value. Additionally, the Handysize H Mercury (1,800 TEU, built 2022, Jiangsu Yangzi Xinfu) sold for $34.5 million, aligning closely with its $34.3 million valuation. For more on shipping regulations impacting these values, explore the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Maritime Market Index Changes

During the past week, VesselsValue’s indices reflected these trends:

• The bulk carrier index fell by 0.2%, closing at 320.15 points.
• The tanker index dropped by 0.5%, settling at 456.30 points.
• The container index gained 0.6%, reaching 10,801.80 points.

These indices, calculated by VesselsValue, offer a snapshot of global ship sales trends, taking into account vessel capacity and build year. Therefore, they provide valuable insights into the dynamics of the maritime market.

In conclusion, staying informed about VesselsValue ship sales, bulk carrier price trends, tankers price fluctuations, and container ship sale values is crucial for industry stakeholders. With the support of reliable sources such as Bloomberg and Reuters, one can navigate the complex maritime market landscape effectively. 📈🚢