Drewry Maritime Equity Indices - 19 May 2026

For the week ending 15 May 2026, Drewry Equity Indices posted mixed returns (vs. the S&P 500 up 0.1% and Russell 2000 down 2.4%). Infrastructure-related indices were broadly on a downtrend, except for the Port Equity Index, while bulk shipping indices showed mixed performance.

While the Drewry Logistics and Container Equity Index declined marginally by 0.1% and 0.5%, respectively, the Drewry Port Equity Index increased 1.5% WoW, supported by strong momentum in the share price of ICTSI and Westports. Within bulk shipping, the Drewry LPG Shipping Equity Index rose 2.7%, supported by elevated spot rates amid tight vessel availability and increased congestion at the Panama Canal. In contrast, the Drewry Crude and Product Tanker Equity index declined 5.7% and 3.0%, respectively, due to a fall in spot rates across all vessel segments.

On a YTD basis, infra-focused indices have delivered positive returns except for logistic sector (Ports +15.2%, Logistics -0.1%, Container +1.0%). Within bulk shipping, the Drewry Product Tanker Equity Index is the top performer, up 61.8%, outperforming other segments (Crude: +59.3%, LPG: +53.1%, Dry Bulk: +36.9%, LNG: +17.9%).