Shipowners and charterers who are averse to taking calculated risks with their ships, cargo and crew may have to divert even further to avoid Houthi attacks. Yesterday came news that a Greek-owned bulker, the Laax, had survived being struck by three Houthi missiles in the Red Sea while the U.S.-flagged Maersk Hartford was one of two vessels targeted in the Arabian Sea.
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), reports that, between 12:05 p.m. and 1:40 p.m. (Sanaa time) May 28, Iranian-backed Houthis...
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BBC Islands reporter Steven McKenzie writes for an article about The Atlantic rower Niall Iain’s challenging third row and his experiences during the unexpected abandon of Alba.
Here’s an excerpt from that article.
Successfully third attempthttps://mfame.guru/solo-rower-forced-to-abandon-boat-in-a-dramatic-rescue/
John Faraclas
Baltic’s day and weekly Dry and Wet Markets …“remain” buoyant
The BDI (Baltic Dry Index) “managed” to capitulate on its volatile nature and succeed in going over and above the 1,000 points mark; at 1,013 looks better… plus 39 isn’t bad at all. The weekly gains were 28 points – from 985 since last Friday the 3rd of May. Geopolitics continue to get messy… John Faraclas’ daily and weekly recap:
The Capes’ BCI was once again dominating the dry market with rich pickings; 101 points plus...
John Faraclas
Market’s volatility continues…
The BDI (Baltic Dry Index) gained 34 points – now standing at 974, and looks likely that same might go over and above the 1,000 point threshold – the psychological four-digit barrier. Geopolitics continue to be messy and as we have warned: expect imminent warring developments. John Faraclas’ daily recap:
The Capes’ BCI “returned” to its three digit euphoria gaining 111 points and going over the 1,200 points threshold at 1,270! Caution though as we are...
http://www.allaboutshipping.co.uk/2019/05/09/markets-volatility-continues/