Supramax and Ultramax demand improves across South East Asia
Steady coal and minor bulk enquiry from Indonesia has supported Supramax employment in the region.
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Supramax and Ultramax tonnage in South East Asia found firmer employment this week as Indonesian coal stems and regional minor bulk cargoes maintained enquiry levels.
Owners reported a shorter list of prompt vessels in the Singapore area, with several units fixing for Indian sub-continent discharge. Period interest was described as selective but present.
Backhaul opportunities from the Far East remained limited, keeping some tonnage focused on intra-regional trades.
Brokers said the market is likely to remain steady while Indonesian export volumes hold, with attention turning to monsoon-related loading delays later in the quarter.
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Based on reporting by Baltic Exchange: Supramax and Ultramax demand improves across South East AsiaSource published 30 Aug 2026, 06:33 UTC · Retrieved 30 Aug 2026, 07:33 UTC · Editorial version generated 30 Aug 2026, 09:33 UTC · Verification: source_verified
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