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flag MPV demand grows modestly in 2026 amid energy security needs, while tanker markets face volatility from supply gluts and delayed regulations.

flag The MPV market in 2026 is expected to see modest growth, led by Project Carriers due to energy security and green transition demand, while General Cargo faces ongoing pressure from container competition and fleet oversupply. flag Global GDP growth of 2.7% supports demand, but geopolitical tensions and delayed Suez route recovery hinder full recovery. flag Fleet growth of 3.5% exceeds volume growth, with regulatory shifts pushing adoption of alternative fuels—12.5% of newbuilds in the orderbook are low-carbon. flag Meanwhile, tanker newbuilding orders dropped sharply in 2025 amid uncertainty over the delayed IMO Net-Zero Framework, yet deliveries surged, raising average fleet age. flag A global oil glut, driven by increased supply and reduced demand, boosted crude tanker utilization and freight rates, with VLCCs leading in pricing stability. flag Red Sea trade revived in late 2025 after a ceasefire, easing some shipping pressures.

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