Trafigura Group buys seven oil tankers from SFL as costs rise
Summary
Trafigura Group has acquired seven oil tankers from New York-listed SFL, reflecting a broader trend of trading houses and state energy companies purchasing vessels to transport crude and refined products. This move comes as shipping costs have risen, prompting increased investment in shipping assets across the industry.
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Analysis
SFL: SFL is a New York Stock Exchange-listed shipping company that owns, operates, and charters a fleet of vessels including oil tankers. It specializes in long-term asset management and chartering arrangements in the maritime sector. SFL sold seven oil tankers to Trafigura Group in a deal tied to rising industry shipping expenses. Trafigura Group: Trafigura Group is a major independent commodity trading firm focused on the global purchase, transportation, and supply of oil, metals, and other resources. It maintains extensive logistics and shipping operations to support its trading activities. The company purchased seven oil tankers from SFL to expand its controlled fleet for moving crude and refined products. Industry Trend: Trading houses and state energy companies are acquiring vessels to ship crude and products amid elevated shipping costs.
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