An FFA is a financial forward agreement that allows ship owners, charterers and others to hedge against the volatility of freight rates and gives the contract owner the right to buy and sell the price of freight for future dates. FFAs are a risk management tool, allowing a company to take advantage of the opportunities in the market, and for NORDEN, FFAs are instrumental in helping to create a more sustainable, agile company.

Mastering the FFA market requires data, insights and…