Shippers Embrace ‘Tough Times’ Amid Spiraling Bunker Surcharges

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With the oil prices heading north again, ocean carriers are preparing to ramp up low-sulphur fuel surcharges to add to the misery of shippers struggling with sky-high freight rates, surcharges and premium fees, reports the Loadstar.

Brent crude & HSFO prices take a hike

The price of Brent crude has increased by 41% since early September, to $55 a barrel, with an 8% spike alone last week driven by Saudi Arabia’s pledge to cut output.

During the same period, heavy fuel oil (HFO), consumed by ships...

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