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Predictive analysis of sell-and-purchase shipping market: A PIMSE approach

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  • Mo, Jixian
  • Gao, Ruobin
  • Fai Yuen, Kum
  • Bai, Xiwen

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Estimating second-hand ship prices in the highly uncertain and cyclical ship trading market is a challenge due to its volatile nature. In this study, we propose a novel and highly interpretable model termed as the parsimonious intelligent model search engine (PIMSE), to investigate the relationship between key supply variables and the prices of second-hand oil tankers. Through empirical evaluation using a time series dataset spanning from 2002 to 2020, encompassing three types of oil tankers (VLCC, Suezmax, and Aframax), we assess the effectiveness and performance of PIMSE. The results demonstrate the superior performance of PIMSE compared to other estimation models in terms of its accuracy and stability. It can effectively address abrupt structural change and capture trend and seasonal variations in the time series data. Moreover, the high interpretability of PIMSE provides valuable insights into the factors that influence second-hand ship prices, empowering stakeholders in the shipping industry to make well-informed investment decisions. By leveraging PIMSE, decision-makers can gain a deeper understanding of market dynamics and navigate the complexities of the ship trading industry. Notably, PIMSE's ability to handle the cyclical nature of the ship trading market and incorporate trend and seasonal variations enhances the robustness and accuracy of second-hand ship price estimation.

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  • Mo, Jixian & Gao, Ruobin & Fai Yuen, Kum & Bai, Xiwen, 2024. "Predictive analysis of sell-and-purchase shipping market: A PIMSE approach," Transportation Research Part E: Logistics and Transportation Review, Elsevier, vol. 185(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:transe:v:185:y:2024:i:c:s1366554524001236
    DOI: 10.1016/j.tre.2024.103532
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