Welcome back to "Freight Up," your go-to podcast for insights into the major freight and bulk commodity markets from FIS. I'm your host, Jess.

We'll start with our regular guest Ben Klang providing the latest updates on the dry freight markets across all vessel segments.

Ben will discuss recent trends, index movements, and key drivers shaping the freight landscape.

Next, we have a special segment focusing on the US steel industry with Martin Vera, a senior commodities broker, and Catherine Wang, a steel desk broker, joining us from our US offices.

They'll share insights on US HRC futures, the unique aspects of the US steel market, current volatility, and future outlooks.

We'll also touch on the impact of Mexican steel impor ...