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Global shipowners face a fragmented market: Trump’s tariffs squeeze supply chains, U.S. port fees target China-built vessels, and Red Sea disruptions amplify rate volatility. Yet beneath these headwinds, a strategic shift is unfolding— China’s shipbuilding dominance and a booming secondhand market offer stability and value. Here’s why global operators are turning eastward. 

The global shipping market is experiencing a familiar turbulence: BDI volatility, sudden cargo surges on key routes like Shanghai-US (“space sold out until June”), and geopolitical policy shifts.

Yet beneath this surface chaos, a clear trend has emerged—international owners are decisively returning to Chinese shipyards** for both newbuilding and premium secondhand vessels. 

Trump's protectionism has inadvertently cemented China's maritime supremacy. Whether acquiring cutting-edge newbuilds or optimizing pre-owned fleets, Vesseslink delivers turnkey solutions for profit-driven navigation. 

**"Green Shipping Horizon"** 

Concept art of hydrogen-powered container ships sailing past wind farms, with Vesseslink logo as navigational beacon. 

What is a Bulk Carrier? A bulk carrier is a ship specifically designed for the transportation of bulk cargo—materials like coal, grain, and iron ore. Unlike container ships, bulk carriers do not use standardized containers for cargo. Instead, they carry bulk goods directly in the hold. These ships come in various sizes, from smaller Handysize vessels to larger Capesize bulk carriers, which are capable of carrying over 150,000 tons of...