Idan Ofer-controlled Eastern Pacific has sold a 1995-built capesize bulker for demolition, sources say. 

The 161,000-dwt Cape Hawk is sold to Bangladesh for an undisclosed price, presumed to be in excess of $8m. 

The vessel was due for special survey before the end of 2014.

Earlier in December, Eastern Pacific sold two 1990-built capesizes for further trading. 

The 151,000-dwt Cape Merlin (built 1994) went for $10.5m