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Baltic Dry Index Reaches 3,488 Points on Strengthened Commodity Freight Demand

The Baltic Exchange's dry bulk shipping benchmark climbed 4.7% on Thursday to reach its highest level since October 2021 amid rising demand for coal and iron ore transport.

30 Sept 2026
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Baltic Dry Index Extends Gains to Reach 3,620 Points on Broad Vessel Support

The Baltic Exchange's main freight benchmark climbed approximately 1% on Wednesday, marking its second consecutive daily rise across all dry bulk carrier classes.

16 Sept 2026
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Global Zero-Emission Heavy Vehicle Sales Surge 86% as Fleet Electrification Expands

Worldwide deliveries of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles increased by 86% in 2025, challenging long-held assumptions regarding battery freight transport.

14 Sept 2026
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Baltic Dry Index Reaches 3,331 Points Amid Tight Capesize Supply

The Baltic Dry Index has risen to its highest level since late 2023, supported by vessel disruptions and expanding iron ore volumes.

5 Sept 2026

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