Lack of Tonnage Prevalent in the Demolition Market

A lack of tonnage is becoming evident in the ship recycling market, as the firming up of the freight market has limited selling opportunits among ship owners. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Clarkson Platou Hellas said that “with owners still enjoying the fruits of the continued firm freight markets, particularly in the dry sector, the alarming lack of tonnage in the market gives a barren feel to discussions. There seems to be no stimulus at present, with the industry crying out for a spark which could ignite a flurry.