The week in newbuildings: Ordering activity drops during Chinese New Year lull
- Newbuilding contracts for three containerships, three MPVs and four bulk carriers signed
- Orders included four kamsarmax bulkers for Japan’s Doun Kisen
- Brokers report German tonnage provider Peter Döhle has ordered trio of mid-sized boxships
- Activity at a low level because of Chinese New Year and limited shipyard capacity
Newbuilding contracts slowed in the past week with just four orders placed, all with Chinese shipyards