I normally write about cross-industry trends and leadership challenges. This week, I am departing from that mission to write about football. In preparation for the FIFA World Cup final between…
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The first half of 2026 has seen VLCC contracting surge, exceeding previous annual records by a huge margin London and Singapore, July 15, 2026. Maritime Strategies International reports 177 VLCCs totalling…
Europe is facing an investment crunch. Nearly two years ago, the Draghi Report called for an extra €800 billion investment annually to fund innovation across critical sectors and to help…
Shanghai climbs to second place in latest Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Index as Singapore retains top spot
Shanghai climbs to second place in latest Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Index as Singapore retains top spot Shanghai has officially become the world’s second-most prominent shipping hub, according to the…
The new SeafarerHelp 2025 Annual Review offers a unique insight into the realities of life at sea through thousands of confidential helpline conversations. The International Seafarers’ Welfare and Assistance Network…
Xeneta: Carriers offering an all-time high amount of container shipping capacity from Far East to US West Coast this week
“Ocean container shipping is running hot on the Transpacific, with offered capacity from Far East to US West Coast hitting an all-time high this week and spot rates showing another…
Aarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Sainsbury had a solid start to the year, with grocery sales outpacing the broader market and pushing the top line higher. A relentless focus…
Diana Shipping Inc. Announces Extension of Tender Offer forAll Outstanding Shares of Genco Shipping & Trading
10.6 Million, or 28.4% of Outstanding Shares Not Owned By Diana, Tendered into Offer as of June 26 $27.34 Per Share Offer Made to Genco Board — Comprised of $24.80…
Bank of England Money and Credit figures were released today. Please see here. Clare Stinton, senior personal finance analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Last month saw £3.1 billion flow into ISAs and another £1.3…
Look ahead to FTSE 350, other companies reporting and economic events from 29 June – 3 July 2026
J Sainsbury, Q1 Trading Statement, Tuesday 30th June Aarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Sainsbury’s results were largely as expected last year, with retail revenue rising 4.3% to £30.0bn. Grown was…
Diana Shipping Inc. Announces Time Charter Contract for m/v Ismene with Paralos Shipping
ATHENS, GREECE, June 24, 2026 – Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX), (the “Company”), a global shipping company specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels, today announced…
The Genco Board Has a Responsibility to Deliver on its Commitments to Create Value for Shareholders Urges the Genco Board to Engage in Good Faith with Respect to Diana’s Offer…
Look ahead to FTSE 350, other companies reporting and economic events from 22 June – 26 June 2026
Babcock, Full Year Results, Monday 22nd JuneAarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Babcock heads into full-year results with good momentum. A short trading update last month revealed that full-year revenue is…
Good day. Please find Diaplous Weekly Intelligence Report, covering major developments within the week 10 – 17 Jun 2026. Download report here. For your reference, please see below the highlights of this…
Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown: “Global stock markets look set for a more settled session today, with futures pointing to a return to something closer to normal after yesterday’s…




