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Global knowledge and local insight across specialised and chemical tanker chartering

We offer full coverage of the chemical tanker chartering market – from deep sea to inland cargoes including chemicals, edible oils, biofuels and clean petroleum products (CPP). Our specialist brokers can assist with time charters, spot charters and Contracts of Affreightment (CoAs), so whatever you need, we’re able to help you cut through the complexity of the Specialised Products market, deliver on your objectives and exceed them every time.
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Fixture, operational & claims support

100+

Dedicated team members worldwide

375m

tonnes of specialised products seaborne trade (estimated 2023)

“We are known for delivering exceptional support throughout the voyage lifecycle – and beyond”

Jon Webber

Global Managing Director, Specialised Products
OUR COVERAGE

Unrivalled specialist knowledge

We add value through our unique blend of broking and specialised chartering knowledge, market intelligence and commercial data, whatever the cargo, whatever your needs. Whether it’s a Contract of Affreightment for complex chemical derivatives, or a spot charter for simple molasses – our Specialised Products team is expert in brokering throughout the supply chain from production to end-user.
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OUR APPROACH

Bespoke strategic solutions

Using our critical mass of specialised tanker chartering knowledge and expertise, we provide a seamless end-to-end broking service throughout the supply chain. Supported by market-leading strategic and analytical verification and validation, we work with our clients to maximise their leverage and develop shipping procurement strategies with competitive advantage.
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Biofuels growth

Shipping biofuels and mitigating risk

The global biofuels market has experienced significant growth over the past two decades, driven by evolving regulations and the global shift toward clean fuels. As global demand continues to grow, securing reliable and cost-effective shipping solutions is increasingly challenging.
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SPECIALISED PROJECTS

Closing the loop to deliver greater value

Our Specialised Projects desk works with producers, traders, owners, and investors to create smarter strategies and joined-up solutions that deliver stronger results across the lifecycle of chemical shipping projects. We provide a holistic service, ensuring a comprehensive approach is taken to deliver successful outcomes.

Anthony Rowan, Head of Projects, Specialised Products
Anthony Rowan, Head of Projects, Specialised Products
SPECIALISED PROJECTS

Chemical Tanker market coverage

Understanding the demand for all sectors of specialised tonnage, spot or CoA, is fundamental to delivering bespoke and tailored tonnage procurement solutions across the chemical tanker market. Maintaining knowledge and execution within a single team brings greater efficiencies and stronger working relationships.

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Sinan Berdan, Specialised Products, Projects, broker
Sinan Berdan, Specialised Products, Projects, broker
SPECIALISED PROJECTS

Integrated experts

Our Projects team is comprised of experts across Time Charter, Newbuilding and Secondhand who work collaboratively across client accounts. This joined-up approach delivers greater value through the ability to recognise, rationalise and present opportunities across the breadth of your shipping objectives and fleet lifecycle.

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SPECIALISED PROJECTS

Driven by market-leading intelligence

Our sector-focused analysts provide unique market intelligence, producing data-rich and innovative reports and presentations to inform our brokers and clients. The unparalleled insight provides better visibility of the market and underpins strategies, advice, and execution.

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Alex Anderson, Specialised Products Broker, Projects
Alex Anderson, Specialised Products Broker, Projects
SPECIALISED PROJECTS

A global presence with scalable solutions

Primarily located across London, Singapore and Houston, we are backed by a world-wide presence to provide regional insight against a global backdrop. We can bring together financing solutions, digital integrations and advisory services for decarbonising, to deliver a more comprehensive and relationship-driven partnership.

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INSIGHT DRIVEN

Expert analysis across the chemical tanker market

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Demeter Energy engages Clarksons to provide brokerage and commercial advisory services for biomethanol sales

Definitive agreement brings Clarksons' global maritime and commercial expertise to the marketing and sale of approximately 100,000 metric tons per year of low-carbon biomethanol from Demeter Energy's SeaPort Manatee Florida project.

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Insights

Shipping Biofuels: navigating new challenges with strategic solutions

The global biofuels market has witnessed massive growth over the last two decades, largely driven by evolving regulations and the push for cleaner energy. Volumes have increased close to 400% since 2007, when the market totalled 5mn t/yr compared with the 25mn t/yr it represents today, with the sector incorporating an increasing range of feedstocks and cargo types.

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Clarksons and Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies spearhead green hydrogen maritime supply chain offering

Clarksons Specialised Products is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies, a German pioneer in Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) technology, to collaborate on a roadmap to establish a maritime supply chain for the bulk transportation of green hydrogen in chemical tankers using Hydrogenious' LOHC technology.

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