According to an Enterprise member of Eshiptrading from Hubei Province, domestic demand for secondhand inland barge are growing stronger recently. Secondhand tugs are also in great demand.
Inland shipping routes and market conditions are the main factor to decide secondhand barge prices and transactions. Buyers and owners choose correct barge according to specific waters, cargo types and seasons. As a result, the values for differently barges are mostly fluctuating.
Domestic owners and operators are mostly optimistic about future barge market due to its low construction cost, energy efficiency and big capacity.