The Container charter market remained subdued in the past weeks as the summer holidays in the northern hemisphere continued to take their toll on the activity.
However, with decision makers slowly returning to their desks, the volume of business is expected to pick up in the coming weeks.
Charter rates remain healthy across the board. They are stable for larger units but have been on a weakening trend for smaller ships, particularly for vessels of 1,500-1,900 teu, which have witnessed a significant correction during the summer.
There are also mixed developments in other segments raising questions on which direction the market will take in the coming weeks.
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Source: Alphaliner
