Clarksons’ Sandra Rosignoli appointed to Board of Directors at Maritime London
Maritime London recently announced the appointment of Sandra Rosignoli (Group General Counsel and Head of Compliance, Clarksons) to its Board of Directors. Sandra will be one of 6 members of the board, including recently appointed Mike Salthouse.
Derivatives team launches new desk, focused on base and battery metals in futures and physical markets
Clarksons financial derivatives division has established a new desk focused on broking base and battery metals in both the futures and physical markets.
Mads Malling: A Driving Force in Subsea Construction Joins Clarksons Subsea Team
Get ready to welcome a true industry veteran to the Clarksons Subsea Team Mads Malling, with a staggering 20 years of experience in Subsea Construction, Decommissioning, and Offshore Wind, he steps into the fray on April 2, 2024.
Clarkson Port Services and Peak Group collaborate to deliver Port Agency services across the North Sea
Clarksons Port Services and Peak Group will seek opportunities where they can combine their expertise in port agency logistics to expand their reach across the North Sea. With combined resources and strategic locations in the UK, Netherlands and Norway, the collaboration enables the teams to optimise operational efficiencies, leverage expertise and streamline logistics processes in supply chain management.
Celebrating International Women’s Day with the Renaissance Foundation
In recognition of International Women’s Day, Clarksons’ Group Head of HR, Harriet Oliver, attended an event hosted by Renaissance Foundation (RF) - a specialist youth charity providing support to young carers and patients aged 12-18.
Clarksons Hellas announces a change in leadership
Clarksons Hellas has announced that, after 20 years of dedicated services to the company, Savvas Athanassiades is leaving the company. We are delighted to announce that Neo Tsangarides has been appointed as Managing Director of Clarksons Hellas, in addition to his role as Global Head of Tankers.
Clarksons’ brokers world’s first LNG 174 cbm freight futures trade on the CME Group
In a positive development for the LNG derivative market, Clarksons has brokered the world’s first 174cbm LNG Forward Freight Agreement (FFA) trade on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Group (the CME).
Gibb Group strengthens safety and survival offering with acquisition of Trauma Resus
Clarkson PLC (“Clarksons”) is pleased to announce that Gibb Group Limited, a Clarksons Port Services subsidiary and the leading supplier of PPE and MRO to the energy sector, has completed the acquisition of first aid innovator, Trauma & Resuscitation Services Limited (“Trauma Resus”).
Katrine Birkholm becomes godmother of Yasa Daisy
Katrine Birkholm, S&P broker, Clarksons Denmark, and Newbuilding Director, Luan Xiaojun, recently attended the naming ceremony and delivery of the JNS200/Yasa Daisy, where Katrine became the ship's godmother.
2023 Shipping Market Review
Although our average day rate index, the ClarkSea, fell y-o-y (driven by “normalised” container markets), it remained 33% above the ten year trend with gas, tanker, offshore and car carrier all experiencing strong conditions and dry bulk and containers (Red Sea disruption) rallying late on. With a return to trade growth and a good flow of newbuild and S&P, it was another positive year for many.
The Promise and Challenges of Expanding Renewable Energy in South Korea
South Korea stands at a critical juncture in its energy landscape, with a pressing need to transition towards renewable sources. Despite its position as the 8th largest electricity market globally, the country faces challenges in progressing renewable energy, and currently imports 90% of its energy supply. The potential for growth in the renewable sector is promising yet hindered by various bottlenecks.
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.