Tanker market Q2 outlook
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Synopsis
As the impact of the war in the Middle East continues to impact commodity flows, join Kpler analysts as we examine the correction across tanker markets, the impact of clean-to-dirty switching, shifting Atlantic and MEG balances, and the key freight risks shaping dirty and clean tanker rates.
What you'll learn
Is the tanker market entering a new post-crisis equilibrium?
What is the limit to Atlantic tanker supply growth?
What a weak VLCC market means for mid-sizes
How fleet repositioning is reshaping global tanker supply?
Why have clean tanker markets outperformed the dirty sector?
Why clean-to-dirty switching will stop?
Will Asia-Pacific product exports sustained MR demand?
Meet the speakers
Matt Wright
Matthew Wright is the Lead Freight Analyst at Kpler. In his role, he leads on providing clients with expertise, analysis and research on the freight markets. Prior to Kpler, Matthew was a Senior Tanker Analyst at SSY ship brokers, where he was responsible for analysing oil tanker markets, leading the development of new models and handling consulting inquiries. Matthew has extensive oil market experience from seven years in consulting at Argus Media where he worked on a range of single client projects before moving on to manage the delivery the subscription reports focusing on freight, crude and refined products.
Panos Dragounis
Panos holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Economics, and International Relations from Brown University (GPA 4.0) and a Graduate Degree in Marine Business Management. He has held various commercial, financial, and executive roles in media, yachting, travel and technology, and founded multiple businesses in publishing, brokerage, chartering, and global exports. Previously, Panos was Global Head of Sales at MarineTraffic during its acquisition by Kpler in 2023. He is currently Ship Tracking Commercial Director at Kpler, focusing on market expansion, revenue growth, and aligning business goals with customer needs to drive long-term success.
