LNG

Despite newbuild deliveries at an all-time high and a closed West-East arbitrage window, spot market rates are presently at an all-time high and there is optimism in the industry, according to the small Norwegian fleet owner Awilco.

Norwegian shipping company Awilco LNG said that an oversupply of shipping in the carrier market, limited growth in trade and a reduced ton-mile ratio have combined to keep the LNG spot market at “unsustainable levels” for more than one year, both in terms of low utilization and depressed freight rates.