Dry bulk: Tighter supply to balance demand drop-offs
- Demand growth forecast to fall in 2025 as China struggles to hit GDP targets
- Panamaxes pull down capesize rally attempts
- Low orderbook and ageing fleet leaves Norden feeling bullish
On a positive note, restrained fleet growth combined with slower sailing speeds and greater recycling, prompted by weaker rates and coming emissions regulations, will prevent 2025 from being a true annus horribilis