
Clarksons Strengthens West Coast South America Presence
Clarksons acquires Peru-based Serpac to expand its shipbroking footprint across South America’s west coast, strengthening dry bulk capabilities in Peru and Chile.

Clarksons acquires Peru-based Serpac to expand its shipbroking footprint across South America’s west coast, strengthening dry bulk capabilities in Peru and Chile.

The Clarksons Newbuilding Price Index stood at 182.14 at the end of February 2026, only 2.6% above the 2007 level, showing how limited overall new ship price gains have been despite higher yard costs.

Clarkson data cited by Korean media show South Korea back in the low-20% range (about 22%) of global orders in 2025 despite a 37% market decline, led by the Big Three’s selective intake.
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