Geneva Dry 2026
Market Intelligence from IFCHOR GALBRAITHS
IG is launching a new generation of market intelligence services at Geneva Dry. These include the Virtual Market Analyst service and Iron Ore 360 report, designed to help shipping companies, traders and investors navigate increasingly complex dry bulk markets.
Drawing on our position inside the freight market, we combine broker insight, market data and independent analysis to deliver clearer signals from the noise.
A free report is also available for download, providing a clear 12 month bulk carrier market outlook.
WHEN
TUE APR 28 & WED APR 29, 2026
WHERE
Hotel President Wilson, Geneva, Switzerland
Bulk Carriers Outlook: 2026
Bulk carriers entered 2Q’26 in a much stronger position than anticipated, with freight rates outperforming despite a highly volatile macro backdrop.
- Capesize: iron ore leads the outperformance
- Guinea: bauxite-to-iron ore optimisation begins
- Coal: policy risk replaces volume growth
- Agri: stronger support for Panamax and Supramax
- Bulk carrier supply: Panamax and Supramax +4% YoY
Insight beyond the noise
For those requiring more detailed and continuous insight, the Virtual Market Analyst (VMA) service provides subscribers with ongoing independent interpretation of the dry bulk freight markets, tailored to your needs.
Clients gain access to analysts operating from inside the data flow, cargo movements and market conversations.
The service combines:
Independent Market Interpretation
We filter signal from noise and explain what matters.
Insight from Inside the Market Flow
IG analysts operate from a privileged observation point across data, cargo flows and market conversations.
Decision-Ready Delivery
Short answers, clear implications and follow-up analysis when needed.
Data When You Need It
Time-series data available via API covering fleet supply, cargo flows, prices and IFCHOR GALBRAITHS’ assessments.
Direct Access
Subscribers can engage directly with analysts and brokers through messaging and calls.
Flexible Support
Custom recaps and presentations when deeper analysis is required.
The result is a hybrid intelligence service combining research, data and access.
New for Geneva Dry
For a more specialised analysis of future cargo flows, Iron Ore 360 provides a complete view of the global iron ore market, from mine expansion programmes to export ports and global shipping routes.
Unlike traditional iron ore research, the report integrates several layers of analysis.
Mine-Level Intelligence
Analysis of major iron ore mines, expansion programmes and project pipelines shaping future supply.
Global Shipping Flows
Mapping the movement of iron ore between producing regions and global steel markets.
Export Ports & Logistics
Detailed analysis of port capacity, export corridors and infrastructure constraints affecting supply.
Regular Updates
Premium subscribers gain access to the latest mine and shipping development including:
- Port congestion
- New mine developments
- Vessel supply
- Freight rates
- Export port activity
Iron Ore 360 delivers a complete view of the iron ore market from mine development to shipping logistics.
IG is one of the world’s leading dry bulk shipbrokers, connecting shipowners and charterers across global bulk commodity markets.
Our teams provide:
- Chartering expertise across all dry bulk segments
- Real-time freight market insight
- Intelligence from global cargo flows
- Execution supported by deep industry relationships
Capesize, panamax and geared desks in Dubai, Singapore, Geneva, Lausanne, Athens, Beijing, Shanghai, Melbourne, Rio de Janeiro, Lausanne, New Delhi, Mumbai, Genoa, Copenhagen, New York, Seattle and Vancouver. S&P and finance services from London, Hamburg and Athens.
If you are attending Geneva Dry, we would be delighted to discuss:
- Dry bulk freight markets
- Virtual Market Analyst subscriptions
- Iron Ore 360
- Our global broking services