Greek owners are locking capesize bulkers into 12-month deals amid rising period rates, with Thenamaris concluding the highest charter price.
Jera Trading of Japan fixed the 181,000-dwt Seafighter (built 2015) for a year at $23,000 per day, according to Baltic Exchange data. Thenamaris ordered the bulker for $45m and has often struggled with poor markets. In February 2016, it was fixed to E.ON