Old Hulls, New Money: Why the VLCC Market Has Stopped Counting Years

September 29, 2026•Read full article on source

For most of shipping history, the valuation equation has been straightforward. A ship leaves the yard, begins ageing and progressively loses value. New steel commands the premium. Older steel trades at a discount.

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