Shipping Elasticity: Distance vs Idle Time

12 June 2017: The current situation involving Qatar has the industry debating the ramifications. A trade disruption can come in two forms: cargos involving partners in the diplomatic spat can be diverted elsewhere, or by disruption in trade routes. Either one will alter LNG trading patterns, increase tonne-miles and thus tighten the shipping market. But, by how much? Please fill out the following form to access the full article.