Freight rates
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Global tanker freight rates have dropped significantly
During March 2024, rates for tankers in the MR (Medium Range), LR (Large Range) and VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) segments fell.
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Freight rates on the Danube fell significantly
During the first week of April, freight rates for the transportation of grain by barges from the Danube ports decreased significantly.
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Most of Ukrainian exports go by sea
In general, during the past month, Ukraine exported 87% of all cargo by water transport.
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Freight rates for the transportation of grain from Ukrainian ports have decreased
The biggest decrease in rates was observed in the “panamax” segment from the ports of Great Odesa.
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Barge freight rates to Constanta have decreased
Rates for the transportation of grain by barges from the Ukrainian Danube ports in the direction of Constanta have decreased somewhat.
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The analysts: Sea freight rates continue to decrease
Freight for sea transportation from Ukraine continues to decrease by $2-4 per ton.
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Freight rates for bulk carriers are at a record level
Against the background of high demand for cargo delivered by bulk carriers and port congestion, dry cargo vessels of the Supramax and Handysize types reached their peak value.