Tankers

Tanker fleets, newbuildings, S&P and rates.

A large crude oil tanker at sea, possibly a VLCC, indicating the shipping of dirty petroleum products.

Dirty Tanker Spot Freight Rates Increased Significantly in September

OPEC's latest monthly report indicated a substantial rise in dirty tanker spot freight rates across all vessel classes during September, driven by trade disruptions and extended voyages.

18 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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International Seaways Expands VLCC Fleet with Bruton Acquisition

International Seaways has announced an agreement to acquire Oslo-listed Bruton Limited, a deal that will add four modern crude tankers to its existing fleet.

17 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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Emarat Maritime Expands Tanker Fleet with Six New LR1 Vessels

Dubai-based Emarat Maritime is significantly expanding its fleet by adding six new LR1 product carriers to its orderbook in China, with deliveries scheduled for 2029 and 2030.

14 Oct 2026 · 2 min read

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VLCC Market Sees Significant Repricing Amid Strong Freight Earnings

The Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) market has undergone a substantial repricing throughout 2026, with a notable acceleration observed since late July, as robust freight earnings have directly influenced secondhand vessel values.

25 Sept 2026 · 2 min read

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VLCC Market Rates Surge to Unprecedented Levels

The VLCC market experienced a week of record-breaking activity, with key routes seeing significant increases in daily earnings, according to a recent report by shipbroker Gibson.

21 Sept 2026 · 2 min read