By George George All the records in this year’s transactions in the market of used dry bulk carriers have broken all records, as the healthy levels of fares increase the interest of shipowners for new deals. The last few days are indicative of the pace at which steamers are “changing hands”. “We are seeing strong […]
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Which is the Dutch fund that wants to ‘green’… the Greek fleets
Of George Georgiou A new investment fund has been launched in recent days by Dutch investors, aiming to finance “green” projects in the shipping industry. In particular, the Amsterdam-based investment company Prow Capital has announced the launch of the Green Shipping Fund, a new € 420 million financing “tool” that will provide shipowners with credit […]
A Greek shipowner secured a daily fare of $ 130,000
By George George Greek shipowners with fleet containerships provide charters with high prices and long duration for the ships of their fleets. The last example is the Euroseas of Aristides Pitta. As recently announced, it has secured a charter for the “Synergy Oakland” (capacity 4,253 TEUs and built in 2009) with a duration of between […]
Celestyal Cruises and Louis enter into a strategic investment agreement with Searchlight Capital
Celestyal Cruises and parent company Louis plc have announced the finalization of a strategic investment agreement with funds managed by Searchlight Capital Partners, a global leader in the private investment industry. As part of the partnership, Searchlight will invest in a new holding company, Celestyal Holdings. This will facilitate Celestyal Cruises in strengthening its corporate […]
New containers are being built by Aggeliki Frangou’s Navios
Of George Georgiou Aggeliki Frangou’s Navios Maritime Partners continues to invest in new tonnage, in an effort to further expand its already large fleet. In particular, the shipping company ordered 2 + 2 container vessels with a capacity of 5,300 TEUs each, at the Chinese shipyard, Zhoushan Changhong international. The delivery of the steamers is […]
‘Battle’ of Greek shipowners for three ships worth $ 120 million.
By George George The competition between Greek and foreign shipping interests was intense for three bulk carriers, which were put up for sale in the last days. Initially, the focus was on a large capesize bulk carrier under construction in Japan, with a capacity of 180,000 dwt, which will be ready in March 2022. The […]
Sale of a ship at a high price by Enesel of the Laimos family
By George George In the sale of a new tanker, for a high price, it seems that Enesel is proceeding, in the interests of Filippos and Antonis Laimos. In particular, most of the shipping brokerage reports of the last week connect the shipping company with the concession of aframax “Antonis” (capacity 113,563 dwt and built […]
How much is the Greek merchant fleet worth today?
By George George The value of the Greek merchant fleet “launched” this year, with a boost from the LNG transport market and bulk dry cargo. In particular, according to data published by the analysis firm VesselsValue, the total value of the fleet is estimated at 145.8 billion dollars in November, while at the beginning of […]
Greek shipowners are claiming a mega project in Qatar
By George George Qatar is implementing an unprecedented $ 30 billion shipbuilding program in the LNG market, with the goal of boosting production capacity from 77 million tonnes per year to 126 million tonnes per year by 2027. In addition to increasing Qatar’s production capacity, the project will serve the transportation needs of QatarEnergy and […]
The two new mega LNG ships of George Prokopios are working
By George George Just yesterday in China took place the naming ceremony of the “Transgas Force”, the second of two ships ordered by Dynagas, interests of George Prokopios, which will be able to operate as both LNG carriers and FSRU units. This steamer will be delivered to the shipping company very soon and will be […]
