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🌍 Dry Bulk Market Update – Week Ending April 4, 2025 Rates softened across the board this week, with the BDI down 7% as cautious sentiment crept in amid trade and policy uncertainty. 🔹 Capesize: -10.2% to $18,404 🔹 Panamax: -4.8% to $12,824 🔹 Supramax: -2.4% to $12,278 🔹 Handysize: -0.2% to $11,027 🛑 The market is reacting to President Trump’s newly announced reciprocal tariffs, raising concerns over global trade flows and recession risks. Charterers are holding back, and paper markets are trending lower as uncertainty builds. #DryBulk #FreightRates #Shipping #Capesize #Panamax #Supramax #Handysize

🎉 Exciting News: Meet Our Newest Team Members! 🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome Nick Alefantos and David Simmons to the Windward Shipping! Nick Alefantos – Ship Broker – Athens With over 2.5 years of experience at one of Greece’s largest ship-owning companies in the Ship Sale & Purchase Department, Nick is now diving into the fast-paced world of ship broking with us. His ambition and expertise will be invaluable in driving Windward’s growth. Outside of work, you’ll find Nick at the gym, music shows, or cheering on his favourite football and basketball teams. David Simmons – IT Manager – London Bringing over two decades of expertise, David is passionate about leveraging technology to support Windward Shipping’s success. He thrives on solving complex IT challenges and is eager to make an impact. When he’s not optimising systems, David enjoys playing padel tennis, watching football, and listening to music. 🌟 Please join us in giving them a warm welcome! Drop a comment below or connect with them to say hello. 👇

📊 Windward Weekly Report 🔹 Capesize: Rates dipped -7.7% as the C5TC index cooled off after a strong seasonal rally. A flat forward curve and rising ballaster count hint at a cautious near-term outlook. 🔹 Panamax: Up +4.4% on steady demand from USEC-India and strong period activity, though late-week corrections show market hesitation. 🔹 Supramax: A standout performer, jumping +12.9%. Market remains on edge ahead of the March 24 USTR ruling. Premiums seen for April/May cargoes and Japanese-spec ships, but the spot market is cooling as sentiment turns to wait-and-see. 🔹 Handysize: Rose +4.0%. Owners are repositioning away from the USG ahead of potential tariffs, with N. Brazil seeing renewed attention. South Atlantic remains steady amid tightening tonnage. 🚨 Hot Topic: The U.S. is eyeing broad reciprocal tariffs by April 2. Markets like India, Brazil, and Vietnam are in the spotlight. Want the full report? Contact here: albion@windward-shipping.com #DryBulk #Shipping #FreightMarkets #Commodities #Trade Albion Sllamniku

📊 Windward Weekly Report 🔹 Capesize: Rates dipped -7.7% as the C5TC index cooled off after a strong seasonal rally. A flat forward curve and rising ballaster count hint at a cautious near-term outlook. 🔹 Panamax: Up +4.4% on steady demand from USEC-India and strong period activity, though late-week corrections show market hesitation. 🔹 Supramax: A standout performer, jumping +12.9%. Market remains on edge ahead of the March 24 USTR ruling. Premiums seen for April/May cargoes and Japanese-spec ships, but the spot market is cooling as sentiment turns to wait-and-see. 🔹 Handysize: Rose +4.0%. Owners are repositioning away from the USG ahead of potential tariffs, with N. Brazil seeing renewed attention. South Atlantic remains steady amid tightening tonnage. 🚨 Hot Topic: The U.S. is eyeing broad reciprocal tariffs by April 2. Markets like India, Brazil, and Vietnam are in the spotlight. Want the full report? Contact here: albion@windward-shipping.com #DryBulk #Shipping #FreightMarkets #Commodities #Trade Albion Sllamniku

🔹 Weekly Report🔹 The dry bulk market is experiencing a strong rally, particularly in Capesize and Panamax, with iron ore and grain flows driving demand. However, upcoming USTR decisions and geopolitical risks could shift trade dynamics and market sentiment in the coming weeks. As noted in this week's report: “With potential USTR levies looming ever closer, a vast amount of the dry fleet is avoiding the USA and seeking to leave the region, flipping the usual preferences and voyage trends we've been seeing on it's head.” 🔹 Want the full report? Download it here: https://lnkd.in/eK-_MMir #DryBulk #Shipping #FreightMarkets #Commodities #Trade Albion Sllamniku

🚢 Windward Weekly Report 📊 "Main takeaways from China's NPC: The government has set a 5% GDP growth target for the third consecutive year. With growing concerns over global trade wars and increasing protectionist measures, relying on exports to prop up China's economy will be challenging. Beijing recognises this and plans to 'vigorously' boost domestic consumption..." 🔹 Want the full report? Download it here: https://lnkd.in/eEGNDssU 🔹 For free bespoke reports, contact us: albion@windward-shipping.com #DryBulk #Shipping #FFA #Commodities Albion Sllamniku

🚢 2025 Dry Bulk Market Outlook – Get the Full Presentation! 📊 On February 13th, Albion Sllamniku presented our Windward Dry Bulk Seminar, covering China’s iron ore demand, fleet growth vs. cargo trends, and macroeconomic insights. 🔹 Want the full report? Download it here: https://lnkd.in/e7KFYnmG Looking forward to the next one! Stay tuned for more insights.  #DryBulk #Shipping #FFA #Commodities

🎉 Exciting News: New Starters Alert! 🎉 We’re excited to welcome William Hogarth, Jeevan Suhunan, and Eve Robinson to the Windward Shipping team! William returned to the business after gaining valuable experience during his work placement with us. A recent Business Management graduate from Oxford Brookes University, William is passionate about travel- he motorbiked across Vietnam with friends last summer! Outside of work, he’s an avid football and cricket fan, and a qualified skiing instructor. We’re thrilled to have him back on board! Jeevan joins the team with over four years of experience in cargo surveying and shipping agency work. After completing his National Service in Singapore, he dove straight into the shipping industry. Jeevan has a diverse background in cargo coordination, port operations, and shipping management, and is eager to bring his expertise and enthusiasm to the team. Outside of work, he enjoys market trading, fitness, and travelling, with a love for discovering new cultures. Eve brings over a decade of experience in global business, with a background in international education in Shanghai and the tech start-ups in London. Eve is passionate about creating people-first strategies and building work environments where employees thrive. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, swimming, dancing, cooking, and has recently developed a passion for collecting vintage jewellery. Please join us in welcoming William, Jeevan, and Eve to the Windward Shipping family! We’re excited to have them on board.🎉 😊 #windwardshipping #newstarters #newjoinees #welcomeonboard #shipping

🎉 Exciting News: New Starter Alert! 🎉 We’re absolutely thrilled to introduce the newest addition to the Windward Shipping team—Konstantinos Tselios! A few words from Konstantinos: Hi everyone! I’m Konstantinos, and I’m excited to join Windward as a Broker. My background in operations and chartering has equipped me with a strong commercial mindset and the ability to tackle challenges strategically. Over the years, I’ve honed my understanding of market trends and operational efficiency, and I’m eager to apply this expertise to deliver value to both the company and our clients. I’m looking forward to collaborating with the team, building lasting partnerships, and contributing to Windward’s growth in the shipping market. Outside of work, I keep myself sharp and balanced by playing basketball, writing music, and sharpening my problem-solving skills through coding. We’re confident Konstantinos will bring fresh energy and valuable insights to our Athens office, and we can’t wait to see him in action! Welcome aboard, Konstantinos! 🚀 #windwardshipping #newstarters #newjoinees #welcomeonboard

🎉 Exciting News: New Starters Alert! 🎉 We are beyond excited to welcome two new members to the Windward Shipping family—Jaydon and Kelly! With fresh energy and diverse backgrounds, they are ready to make waves in the world of shipping (pun intended!). Jaydon – our Junior Broker – recently graduated from the University of Exeter in International Relations and Modern Languages. He’s gained experience in tanker chartering and the FFA desk with Oil Brokerage Ltd in London. Passionate about geopolitics and global trade, Jaydon is also a sports enthusiast. Kelly – our Accounts Assistant – holds a bachelor’s in Accounting from Roehampton University and has two years of finance experience. Currently studying for the ACCA, she’s excited to join the team. Outside of work, Kelly loves travelling, dancing, and exploring new cuisines. Please join us in welcoming them to the team! #windwardshipping #newstarters #newjoinees #welcomeonboard