Crude oil tanker rates surged to multi-year highs due to geopolitical tensions, increased oil supply, and a significant consolidation of the fleet by South Korea’s Sinokor shipping group. Rates for very large crude carriers (VLCCs) jumped fourfold in the past month, with demand from East Asia driving the market. The consolidation is expected to impact pricing dynamics and ship availability significantly.
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