Erasmus lines up kamsarmax series at New Hantong

Athens-based Erasmus Shipinvest Group has turned to China for its latest round of bulk carrier orders, marking a break from its long-standing reliance on Japanese yards. Broker reports indicate the John Su-led owner has contracted up to eight kamsarmax newbuilds at Jiangsu New Hantong Ship Heavy Industry. Splash understands the deal includes four firm 82,000