MSI: Is the Boxship Industry Really Recovering?

Following the first quarter of 2017 optimism seen in the containership industry, as well as the sentiment shift in the markets, the industry could be heading to healthier rates with earnings following the course, according to Maritime Strategies Internati

MSI: Boxship Sector Entering Calmer Waters

The containership sector has started 2017 in a positive mood, with each of the industry’s drivers – demand, supply and earnings – in a healthy shape. Maritime Strategies International (MSI) expects the sector to move into the next quarter with a reinforce

MSI: Port Stocks and Politics to Determine Dry Bulk Fortunes

Although the bulk carrier markets began 2017 in reasonably robust form, Maritime Strategies International (MSI) has forecast weak forward prospects for the dry bulk sector due to a combination of volatile trade conditions and political policy.

MSI: BWMC to Recover Dry Bulk Market?

Despite being beset with technical challenges and shipowners opposition, the implementation of the IMO Ballast Water Management Convention (BWMC) might provide the basis for a dry market recovery, according to Maritime Strategies International (MSI)

MSI: Container Lines Shift Focus from Technology to Flexibility

Container lines have shifted their focus towards alliance structures for operational efficiency, rather than relying on large scale technological innovation, according to research and consultancy firm Maritime Strategies International (MSI).