Piraeus Port Authority (PPA S.A.) Main Sponsor of Ferry Shipping Summit 2026

With the participation of more than 200 delegates from several European countries, the Ferry Shipping Summit 2026 took place on 8–9 October 2026 in Athens, with Piraeus Port Authority (PPA S.A.) as the event’s main sponsor.

Hong Kong Global Maritime Trade Summit to return for third edition

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS), in collaboration with the Transport and Logistics Bureau of the Government of Hong Kong (TLB) and the Hong Kong Shipowners Association (HKSOA), will host the third edition of the Hong Kong Global Maritime Trade Summit on 16 November 2026.

Aegina: The Island That Breathes History, Sea and Faith — and Stays in the Heart

By Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis,

Senior Maritime Strategy Consultant & Chartering Executive

Aegina is an island that does not need to shout to win you over. It carries a quiet, effortless charm that follows you long after you leave.

The tanker market is therefore moving into a more supply-sensitive phase

Tanker fleet growth has accelerated considerably over the past two years, marking a clear shift from the unusually restrained supply environment that supported the market earlier in the cycle.

Dry Bulk: Firm Freight, Uneven Fortunes

Ultramax & Handysize | Week Ending 9 October 2026

By Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis
Senior Maritime Strategy Consultant – Chartering Executive & TMC Shipping Commercial Director

The dry bulk market remains firm, but the balance of power is shifting from broad market momentum to regional opportunity.

Dry Bulk Market Report: Capes Under Significant Pressure as Smaller Segments Remain Relatively Stable

By Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis
Senior Maritime Strategy Consultant-Chartering Executive & TMC Shipping Commercial Director

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Dr Fotios-Evangelos Karlis
Maritime Executive & Shipping Consultant

The dry bulk market experienced a fresh downturn this week compared with the previous week, primarily driven by a significant decline in Capesize rates, which recorded double-digit losses. In contrast, the smaller vessel segments remained broadly at similar levels, with only marginal fluctuations.