Rob Willmington
Markets Editor
Rob has two decades of experience in maritime data, research & analysis and feature writing. He has contributed to numerous B2B maritime publications including Fairplay, Fairplay Solutions, Safety at Sea, JOC and Containerisation International. In addition, he has been involved in various research projects including the IHS Markit multiclient study: ‘What bunker fuel for the high seas?'.
Rob has a particular interest in global shipbuilding, ship design and technology and vessel supply matters in the container, cruise/ferry, dry cargo, ro-ro, vehicle carrier and tanker vessel sectors.
Latest From Rob Willmington
Automotive sector set for disruption as large vehicle carriers remain stranded in Gulf
Operators are scrambling to reroute ships and discharge vehicles at alternative ports, but the situation is likely to add strain and cost to global automotive logistics
LNG market facing years-long Qatari supply shortage following attacks
Iran’s attacks on its Gulf neighbours represents a significant escalation in the conflict that threatens global energy security
MSC makes moves to acquire 50% stake in Sinokor following joint VLCC buying spree
The deal, filed through MSC subsidiary SAS Shipping Agencies Services, would leave the remaining half under Sinokor owner Ga-Hyun Chung
MSC resumes secondhand boxship buying spree
The containership sale and purchase market has recently picked up, particularly for feeder and mid-sized vessels, as demand remains strong despite geopolitical tensions
Guangzhou Shipyard International to win lifeline ropax newbuild contract
The yard has significant experience in building ropax ships for leading European operators and won orders last year for New Zealand and MSC subsidiary GNV
Boxship charter market strengthens as Middle East crisis sparks vessel shortages
Limited vessel availability across all segments is nudging charter rates upwards