Cement News tagged under: petcoke
USG freight market sees softening rates23 January 2023, Published under Cement NewsBy Brannvoll ApS, Denmark USG Supramax freight market sentiment throughout the month was about negative undertones due to a somewhat thinner cargo book. Rates for shipments from the region were softening with more tonnage entering the market and owners having to chase bids and discount if they want to cover. Demand levels were below average for the time of year, mainly due to the ongoing logistic issues in the Mississippi River, where low draught issues complicate barge traffic and slow d... |
Winter and sanctions lifts coal and gas in Europe – petcoke discounts attractive again as petcoke drops slightly18 January 2023, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark Inflation remains high and central banks continue to increase interest rates albeit at a slower pace. This has now led to widespread expectations of recession not only in the EU, which is hurt by energy sanctions, but also in the US as its Federal Reserve maintains a very aggressive stance. The oil market has fallen below US$80, but is decoupled from the gas and coal markets, which are disrupted by the energy sanctions on Russia. The inc... |
USG freight market stable supported by demand10 January 2023, Published under Cement NewsBy Brannvoll ApS, Denmark The USG Supramax freight market remained largely supported during the month, especially on fronthaul routes as petcoke demand remained strong and shipments to India and the Far East were regular. Additionally, grain cargoes were entering the market more often thanks to resolved logistic issues in the Mississippi River (low draught issues in the Mississippi River complicated barge traffic and slowed down exports considerably last month). Owners started to rais... |
Energy complex under interest rate pressure – coal falls sharply on lower demand while petcoke stable and discount neutral20 December 2022, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark Leading central banks raised rates again by 0.75 per cent, with promises of more to come as inflation is persistent as sanctions are still keeping energy prices artificially high in Europe. The EU has not agreed on any common measures as these are very hard to introduce in a free market. However, the threat of demand destruction combined with a warm start to the winter has put pressure on the overall energy complex. Gas prices have been ... |
Petcoke prices stable with lower discounts02 December 2022, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark Since ICR’s most recent energy report, coal prices are rising due to supply disruptions and a colder winter in Europe. Russian discounts are still in place but reflect the rising costs of Russian producers. Oil is falling on fears of a new Chinese lockdown and demand destruction in the EU leading to lower growth. Steam coal and petcoke prices FOB Petcoke prices are stable as buyers from China and India are on hold, and discounts ... |
Energy complex under interest rate pressure – coal falls sharply on lower demand while petcoke stable and discount neutral25 November 2022, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark Leading central banks raised rates again by 0.75 per cent, with promises of more to come as inflation is persistent as sanctions are still keeping energy prices artificially high in Europe. The EU has not agreed on any common measures as these are very hard to introduce in a free market. However, the threat of demand destruction combined with a warm start to the winter has put pressure on the overall energy complex. Gas prices have been fal... |
Energy complex falls on slower economies and EU stock refill11 November 2022, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark Since ICR’s most recent energy report, the energy complex is falling as higher yields slow economies and EU purchases have slowed following full stocks. Russia’s continued discounts on coal see prices slip with API4 coal now trading at US$238. Oil is stabilising above US$90 after OPEC+ cut supply by 2mbpd. In Europe gas prices have been slipping as reservoirs are being filled and the weather stays warm. Steam coal and petcoke prices FOB... |
Coal and gas lower, while petcoke continues upwards, driven by demand from India and China25 October 2022, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark The same geopolitical factors as last month are dominating the energy markets. The persistently-high inflation is driving the agendas of the central banks with higher interest rates, stating they will push even harder despite a looming recession. As industry and citizens save energy due to the high prices, demand in many markets is contracting sharply. Politicians are trying to introduce different measures in the EU to curb prices with wind... |
Stronger freight prices seen as demand growing in grain season25 October 2022, Published under Cement NewsThe USG Supramax/Ultramax market is in a positive mode. Excessive tonnage supply was absorbed fast as demand was gradually appearing, particularly on fronthaul routes. Charterers had to improve their bids as owners started showing resistance. Consistently strong fronthaul demand and a lack of spot tonnage supply meant rates continued to move upwards. Supramax freight rates for petcoke from Houston, USA Average freight rates for transportation of a Supramax-lot of petcoke from... |
Petcoke stops fall12 October 2022, Published under Cement NewsBy Frank O. Brannvoll, Brannvoll ApS, Denmark Since ICR’s most recent energy report, the energy markets are fearing an upcoming recession due to higher rates to curb inflation. Oil has fallen below US$90 despite OPEC+ decreasing output. Moreover, coal prices are also dropping despite European demand. API4 is currently at US$295. Meanwhile, Russia is offering large discounts, but the market continues to be driven by recession fears. Steam coal & petcoke prices FOB Petcoke pric... |