Tanker Market Boom: How to invest the Right Ship for Maximum Profit ?

Introduction
The tanker market is delivering record profits—but only if you own the right ships. At VesselsLink, we help buyers navigate today’s complex market to find high-performing tankers with strong ROI potential.

Whether you're adding to your fleet or making your first acquisition, this guide covers:

✔ Why 2010s-built tankers offer the best value
✔ The most profitable segments and routes right now
✔ Real deals we've closed (with price/performance data)
✔ How to secure financing and charters

1. Why Secondhand Tankers Outperform Newbuilds

The smart money is on 2010-2024 built tonnage because:

• Lower Risk: Avoid older ships facing costly EEXI retrofits

• Faster Payback: 3-5 years vs. 7+ for newbuilds

• Immediate Earnings: No 1-2 year wait for delivery

Recent VesselsLink Deal (June 2024):

• Vessel: 2016-built 9,800 DWT chemical tanker

• Price: $8.6M (50% cheaper than newbuild)

• Charter: Fixed at $22,000/day

• ROI: 3.2 years

2. Where the Best Opportunities Are Now

A. Product Tankers (3,000-50,000 DWT)

• Hot Routes: SE Asia → Africa, Middle East → India

• Earnings: $12,000-$60,000/day

• Sweet Spot: 2015-2020 built MRs (25,000-50,000 DWT)

B. Chemical Tankers (5,000-20,000 DWT)

• Bonus Value: IMO2/IMO3 capability boosts rates 15-20%

• Prime Regions: Mediterranean, Southeast Asia

Pro Tip: Focus on ships with recent special surveys to avoid drydocking costs.

3. How We Help Buyers Win

Case Study 1: Fleet Expansion

• Purchase: 3 x 2018-built 28,000 DWT MRs ($32M each)

• Our Role: Secured 60% financing, fixed at $42,000/day

• ROI: Under 4 years

Case Study 2: First-Time Buyer

• Purchase: 2014-built 7,500 DWT product tanker ($6.8M)

• Outcome: Chartered at $18,500/day

Why Work With Us?

• Exclusive Access: Off-market deals in China/Middle East

• Price Benchmarking: Avoid overpaying by 10-15%

• End-to-End Support: Inspections, financing, charters

4. Current Market Deals

All ships:

• 2010-2024 built

• Full class certifications

• Available for immediate inspection

Take Action Today

1. Download our "5 Tanker Buying Mistakes" guide

2. Contact our deal team for a personalized ship search

3. Inspect your top candidates within 7 days

The tanker boom won’t last forever—claim your share now.