Activity returns, and so does the optimism for owners in the shortsea sector
Toepfer Transport ReportIn a somewhat similar fashion to the MPP sector, the shortsea shipowners are looking forward to a better negotiating position going forward. Toepfer Transport’s Shortsea Index (TSI) did see another drop in July, however, early...Read more
The story continues, MPP rates still heading down
Toepfer Transport ReportDespite the summer nearing its last days, pressure on the time charter rates in the multipurpose sector (MPP) continues. A clear reflection of the ongoing summer trend can be seen in Toepfer Transport’s Multipurpose Index...Read more
Shortsea activity slumps, optimism remains
Toepfer Transport ReportEuropean shortsea operators are experiencing the full brunt of the summer season as activity as well as cargo volumes drop. It is the second month in a row where the summer season is clearly reflected...Read more
MPP summer lull continues, TMI still above 5-year average
Toepfer Transport ReportTime charter rates in the multipurpose (MPP) vessel sector, reflected in the Toepfer’s Multipurpose Index (TMI), are experiencing the full effect of the summer vacations. The Hamburg-based shipbroker noted the outlook remains optimistic.Read more
Jumbo becomes pilot client for new MPP platform
Jumbo Maritime has jumped onboard the recently launched MPP (multipurpose vessel) platform launched by Esgian. Dutch company has become the pilot client, and will also be the first company to dive into the Esgian Offshore...Read more
A half year of stagnation for MPP charter market
Toepfer Transport ReportThe multipurpose vessel (MPP) charter market in the first half of 2023 could be summarised by a single word, stagnation, according to the latest quarterly report by Toepfer Transport. Research specialists at the Hamburg-based shipbroker...Read more
Toepfer Transport: TMI stable despite poor spot MPP market
Time charter rates in the multipurpose (MPP) vessel sector, reflected in the Toepfer’s Multipurpose Index (TMI), remain stable despite a poor spot market. The Hamburg-based shipbroker adds that looking 6-12 months forward, the assessment includes...Read more
Esgian partners with Toepfer Transport for MPP sector insight
Esgian, the Oslo-based provider of analysis and benchmarking services of global shipping segments, has partnered with the Hamburg-based shipbroker Toepfer Transport. The partnership will enable Esgian to provide insights for the upcoming multipurpose (MPP) and...Read more
There is optimism in European shortsea sector as summer lull approaches
European shipowners active in the shortsea sector are still quite positive about the current state of the market, while bracing for the weakening market in the coming weeks. Read more
Toepfer Transport: MPP charter rates continue moving sideways
Charter rates in the multipurpose vessel sector have continued the expected sideways movement according to the latest assessment by the shipbroker Toepfer Transport. Read more
No effective MPP newbuild orders in Q1, Toepfer Transport says
The multipurpose time charter market declined with a much slower pace compared to the last six months of 2022, Toepfer Transport notes in its latest quarterly report. Reflected in its TMI assessments, and the index...Read more
Toepfer Transport: more obstacles in the MPP sector than anticipated
Multipurpose (MPP) sector is facing more challenges from the anticipated demand from the renewables sector than it was previously expected. The slip in optimism has also been reflected in the Toepfer Transport’s Multipurpose Index that...Read more
Toepfer Transport: MPP index down eighth month on the trot
Charter rates in the multipurpose (MPP) sector have continued the drop with the Toepfer Transport’s Multipurpose Index heading down for the eighth month in a row. Although, the shipbroker expects this to be the bottom...Read more
Toepfer Transport: year start dampens shortsea activity, earnings slip
After three months of rising earning, the European shortsea fleet has now had two months of decline on the trot, according to the latest monthly report by Toepfer Transport. High cargo volumes have not returned,...Read more
Toepfer Transport: MPP rates heading further down
Charter rates in the multipurpose (MPP) sector are coming further under pressure as demand from the minor bulk commodities sector declines significantly. Read more
Toepfer Transport: MPP charter rates slip as demand falters
Charter rates have come under pressure recently due to a drop in demand from the traditional breakbulk/neobulk market, Toepfer Transport notes in its monthly report. Read more
PCJ 2022 Review: Q1’s most read
The year 2022 has been filled with exciting projects and interviews, but for the next couple of days, we will look into the articles that have got the most attention from our readers, quarter by...Read more
Toepfer Transport: winter season pushing shortsea earnings up
The European shortsea fleet earnings have continued to bounce back, rising again for the third month in a row, according to the latest monthly report by Toepfer Transport.Read more