The first half of 2025 has marked a distinct departure from the aggressive newbuilding momentum

The first half of 2025 has marked a distinct departure from the aggressive newbuilding momentum witnessed over the last two years, as owners across all major shipping sectors exhibit a more restrained approach to ordering.

Handysize & Ultramax Markets: Navigating a Summer of Contrasts | Market Update - July 4th, 2025

Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis
Senior Maritime Strategy Consultant & Chartering Executive
Commercial Director, TMC SHIPPING

As we move into the heart of summer 2025, the Handysize and Ultramax sectors are delivering an interesting mix of opportunities and challenges.

Market Adjustments Across Dry Bulk Cargo Segments

Iakovos (Jack) Archontakis
Commercial Director TMC MARITIME CO.

Dr. Fotios–Evangelos Karlis
Maritime Executive and Consultant

The dry bulk cargo market edged down slightly due to the losses in the Capesize segment, while smaller vessel sizes also slowed down despite showing week-on-week gains.

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) notes the publication of the Decree implementing a new cruise passenger tax in Greece and commits to working with the Government on its implementation

The Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the leading voice of the cruise community, representing 90% of the industry, notes the publication of the Decree implementing a new cruise passenger tax and commits to working with the Government on its implementation.

PPA S.A.: Publication of the 2024 Sustainability Report

Piraeus Port Authority S.A., with a steadfast focus on the sustainable development and ongoing modernization of the Port of Piraeus, adopts and implements a coherent set of rules, protocols, and initiatives related to Environment, Society, and Corporate Governance (ESG).

Piraeus: The Strategic Powerhouse of Global Shipping and Geopolitics

Iakovos ( jack ) Archontakis

Senior Maritime Strategy Consultant & Chartering Executive & Commercial Director

TMC SHIPPING

In the world of global shipping, few locations command as much attention as Piraeus.