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SHIP » Topics » An oversupply of drybulk carrier capacity may lead to reductions in charter rates and our profitability.This excerpt taken from the SHIP 6-K filed Jun 17, 2008. An
oversupply of drybulk carrier capacity may lead to reductions in
charter rates and our profitability.
The market supply of drybulk carriers, primarily Capesize and
Panamax vessels, has been increasing, and the number of such
drybulk carriers on order is near historic highs. Newly
constructed vessels were delivered and are expected to continue
in significant numbers starting at the beginning of 2006 through
2009. As of December 2007, newly constructed vessels orders had
been placed for an aggregate of more than 60% of the current
global drybulk fleet, with deliveries expected during the next
four to five years. An oversupply of drybulk carrier capacity
may result in a reduction of our charter rates. If such a
reduction occurs, when our vessels current charters expire
or terminate, we may only be able to recharter our vessels at
reduced or unprofitable rates or we may not be able to charter
these vessels at all.
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