Synopsis: The Indian ship recycling sector continues to perform well, while Pakistan and Bangladesh face challenges, reports GMS. Steel plate prices have seen a slight drop, and the Indian Rupee has weakened, but the overall outlook for India remains optimistic. Industry experts recently gathered at the Tradewinds Ship Recycling Conference in Singapore to discuss market sentiments and regulations. One key point of discussion was the contrast between EU and HKC recycling standards. Despite flatlining steel prices in Bangladesh and Pakistan, there's a sense of optimism, especially as 2024 approaches.Article:The Indian ship recycling sector remains on a positive trajectory as deals continue to be concluded in Alang, while neighboring Pakistan and Bangladesh grapple with challenges. Despite a minor drop in steel plate prices and a slight weakening of the Indian Rupee over the week, the overall outlook for India's ship recycling industry remains optimistic.The annual Tradewinds Ship Recycling Conference in Singapore served as a forum for ship recyclers from the sub-continent markets to discuss market sentiments, fundamentals, and the latest regulations. One topic of significant debate was the contrasting EU and HKC (Hong Kong Convention) recycling standards and the varying rules and requirements imposed on each vessel.The event brought together a diverse group of participants, including ship owners, regulatory bodies, end buyers, cash buyers, monitoring companies, underwriters, brokers, and other key industry players. This year marked a significant milestone as the HKC was officially ratified in Bangladesh, setting the stage for its enforcement two years later. Following this, all yards in Chittagong will need to obtain HKC approval by a specified future date to continue their operations.Steel plate prices in both Bangladesh and Pakistan have remained stagnant, with their respective currencies following a similar trajectory as the previous week. In Turkey, steel plates showed slight weakness, and local demand still lacks the support of any significant fixtures.Looking ahead, the industry anticipates the usual flow of feeder containers and dry bulk vessels as the year draws to a close. Historically, recycling levels are perceived to be firm, ranging from low to mid-500s per Light Displacement Tonne (LDT).While recycling tonnage volumes remain modest, expectations are high that supply will increase in 2024. This positivity extends to all recycling markets, offering the potential for more secure and efficient letter of credit (L/C) openings, particularly in Pakistan and Bangladesh.In week 41 of 2023, the GMS demo rankings and pricing are as follows:1. India: Steady sentiment with 530 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 550 USD/LDT for tankers, and 570 USD/LDT for containers.2. Bangladesh: Steady sentiment with 515 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 535 USD/LDT for tankers, and 555 USD/LDT for containers.3. Pakistan: Weak sentiment with 510 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 530 USD/LDT for tankers, and 550 USD/LDT for containers.4. Turkey: Steady sentiment with 300 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 310 USD/LDT for tankers, and 320 USD/LDT for containers.Conclusion:The Indian ship recycling sector continues to lead the way with its positive performance, while its counterparts in Pakistan and Bangladesh face ongoing challenges. Despite minor fluctuations in steel prices and currency values, the Indian market remains upbeat. Recent discussions at the Tradewinds Ship Recycling Conference emphasized the contrasting standards and regulations for ship recycling, setting the stage for continued improvement and greater efficiency as 2024 approaches.
Synopsis: The Indian ship recycling sector continues to perform well, while Pakistan and Bangladesh face challenges, reports GMS. Steel plate prices have seen a slight drop, and the Indian Rupee has weakened, but the overall outlook for India remains optimistic. Industry experts recently gathered at the Tradewinds Ship Recycling Conference in Singapore to discuss market sentiments and regulations. One key point of discussion was the contrast between EU and HKC recycling standards. Despite flatlining steel prices in Bangladesh and Pakistan, there's a sense of optimism, especially as 2024 approaches.Article:The Indian ship recycling sector remains on a positive trajectory as deals continue to be concluded in Alang, while neighboring Pakistan and Bangladesh grapple with challenges. Despite a minor drop in steel plate prices and a slight weakening of the Indian Rupee over the week, the overall outlook for India's ship recycling industry remains optimistic.The annual Tradewinds Ship Recycling Conference in Singapore served as a forum for ship recyclers from the sub-continent markets to discuss market sentiments, fundamentals, and the latest regulations. One topic of significant debate was the contrasting EU and HKC (Hong Kong Convention) recycling standards and the varying rules and requirements imposed on each vessel.The event brought together a diverse group of participants, including ship owners, regulatory bodies, end buyers, cash buyers, monitoring companies, underwriters, brokers, and other key industry players. This year marked a significant milestone as the HKC was officially ratified in Bangladesh, setting the stage for its enforcement two years later. Following this, all yards in Chittagong will need to obtain HKC approval by a specified future date to continue their operations.Steel plate prices in both Bangladesh and Pakistan have remained stagnant, with their respective currencies following a similar trajectory as the previous week. In Turkey, steel plates showed slight weakness, and local demand still lacks the support of any significant fixtures.Looking ahead, the industry anticipates the usual flow of feeder containers and dry bulk vessels as the year draws to a close. Historically, recycling levels are perceived to be firm, ranging from low to mid-500s per Light Displacement Tonne (LDT).While recycling tonnage volumes remain modest, expectations are high that supply will increase in 2024. This positivity extends to all recycling markets, offering the potential for more secure and efficient letter of credit (L/C) openings, particularly in Pakistan and Bangladesh.In week 41 of 2023, the GMS demo rankings and pricing are as follows:1. India: Steady sentiment with 530 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 550 USD/LDT for tankers, and 570 USD/LDT for containers.2. Bangladesh: Steady sentiment with 515 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 535 USD/LDT for tankers, and 555 USD/LDT for containers.3. Pakistan: Weak sentiment with 510 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 530 USD/LDT for tankers, and 550 USD/LDT for containers.4. Turkey: Steady sentiment with 300 USD/LDT for dry bulk, 310 USD/LDT for tankers, and 320 USD/LDT for containers.Conclusion:The Indian ship recycling sector continues to lead the way with its positive performance, while its counterparts in Pakistan and Bangladesh face ongoing challenges. Despite minor fluctuations in steel prices and currency values, the Indian market remains upbeat. Recent discussions at the Tradewinds Ship Recycling Conference emphasized the contrasting standards and regulations for ship recycling, setting the stage for continued improvement and greater efficiency as 2024 approaches.
