A few things we learned in 2017 (and for once it’s not all gloomy)

Good things will finally come to those with the determination — and cash — to cling on

This autumn’s sustained upturn in dry bulk markets has been confirmation that the building blocks for a steady and enduring recovery are in place. Trade growth in all major economies and limited new ship supply give a rosier outlook than at any time since the global banking crisis in 2008.