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Shipping draws pension funds amid disruptions in Middle East

As vessel prices rise and freight rates near historic highs, asset managers say investors are seeking exposure to 'low obsolescence' holdings

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Shipping is drawing increased interest from pension funds and institutional investors.

As war-related disruptions in the Middle East keep vessel prices and freight rates near historic highs, Asset managers say investors are seeking exposure to “hard asset,...