Specialised & Chemical Tanker Chartering

Global knowledge and local insight across specialised and chemical tanker chartering

We offer full coverage of the chemical tanker chartering market – from deep sea to inland cargoes including chemicals, edible oils, biofuels and clean petroleum products (CPP). Our specialist brokers can assist with time charters, spot charters and Contracts of Affreightment (CoAs), so whatever you need, we’re able to help you cut through the complexity of the Specialised Products market, deliver on your objectives and exceed them every time.

24/7

Fixture, operational & claims support

100+

Dedicated team members worldwide

375m

tonnes of specialised products seaborne trade (estimated 2023)

“We are known for delivering exceptional support throughout the voyage lifecycle – and beyond”

Jon Webber

Global Managing Director, Specialised Products

OUR COVERAGE

Unrivalled specialist knowledge

We add value through our unique blend of broking and specialised chartering knowledge, market intelligence and commercial data, whatever the cargo, whatever your needs. Whether it’s a Contract of Affreightment for complex chemical derivatives, or a spot charter for simple molasses – our Specialised Products team is expert in brokering throughout the supply chain from production to end-user.

OUR APPROACH

Bespoke strategic solutions

Using our critical mass of specialised tanker chartering knowledge and expertise, we provide a seamless end-to-end broking service throughout the supply chain. Supported by market-leading strategic and analytical verification and validation, we work with our clients to maximise their leverage and develop shipping procurement strategies with competitive advantage.

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SPECIALISED PROJECTS

Closing the loop to deliver greater value

Our Specialised Projects desk works with producers, traders, owners, and investors to create smarter strategies and joined-up solutions that deliver stronger results across the lifecycle of chemical shipping projects. We provide a holistic service, ensuring a comprehensive approach is taken to deliver successful outcomes.

                                        
SPECIALISED PROJECTSChemical Tanker market coverageUnderstanding the demand for all sectors of specialised tonnage, spot or CoA, is fundamental to delivering bespoke and tailored tonnage procurement solutions across the chemical tanker market. Maintaining knowledge and execution within a single team brings greater efficiencies and stronger working relationships.
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SPECIALISED PROJECTSIntegrated expertsOur Projects team is comprised of experts across Time Charter, Newbuilding and Secondhand who work collaboratively across client accounts. This joined-up approach delivers greater value through the ability to recognise, rationalise and present opportunities across the breadth of your shipping objectives and fleet lifecycle.
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SPECIALISED PROJECTSDriven by marketing-leading intelligenceOur sector-focused analysts provide unique market intelligence, producing data-rich and innovative reports and presentations to inform our brokers and clients. The unparalleled insight provides better visibility of the market and underpins strategies, advice, and execution.
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SPECIALISED PROJECTSA global presence with scalable solutionsPrimarily located across London, Singapore and Houston, we are backed by a world-wide presence to provide regional insight against a global backdrop. We can bring together financing solutions, digital integrations and advisory services for decarbonising, to deliver a more comprehensive and relationship-driven partnership.
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INSIGHT DRIVEN

Expert analysis across the chemical tanker market

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News

Clarksons and Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies spearhead green hydrogen maritime supply chain offering

Clarksons Specialised Products is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies, a German pioneer in Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) technology, to collaborate on a roadmap to establish a maritime supply chain for the bulk transportation of green hydrogen in chemical tankers using Hydrogenious' LOHC technology.

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Insights

Europe's Future in Chemical Production: How Will This Impact The Chemical Fleet?

The European Petrochemical Association (EPCA) meeting in Vienna late last month saw the industry come together at the nexus point between a very challenging 2023 and the uncertainty awaiting the market in 2024. In this report, we will focus on some of the key topics that were under discussion, and how these will impact the chemical tanker sector in terms of tonnage demand and trade flows next year.

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Insights

Asian PX Outlook for Q4 2023

In a report last month, we took an in-depth view of how many chemical markets have found some relief from a bearish economic outlook and weak derivative consumption this year through a recovering gasoline market and more demand into the blending sector.

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