Good news is scarce in the dry bulk sector these days but some observers cannot help wondering if management of Greek owner Star Bulk Carriers deserves some congratulations for the disposal of four capesize vessels recently.

After all, Star Bulk announced what it called “an aggregate gross price” of $148m for the bulkers — working out at $37m each — to an unidentified buyer known to be John Angelicoussis’ Anangel Shipping Enterprises.

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