Dry Bulk Market Poised for 2025 Upturn, Drewry Says

The dry bulk shipping sector is heading for stronger earnings in 2025, driven by environmental regulations reshaping vessel supply and sustained commodity demand, according to maritime research firm Drewry.

Drewry’s analysis indicates that despite concerns about global economic growth, the shipping market shows remarkable resilience, particularly in coal and grain trade sectors. While Europe’s industrial activity remains subdued, the firm expects anticipated interest rate cuts by the European Central Bank could catalyze an industrial revival.

Drewry reports that China presents a mixed picture for the market. While domestic steel consumption is expecte…