Dhaka-based broking sources say that Chittagong-based BSC has scrapped its proposal to acquire a 25,000-dwt secondhand handysize tanker of around 12 years old following an order from the prime minister’s office.

Secondhand stopper

They say that under existing rules, BSC is allowed to acquire newbuildings or resale vessels from yards but not secondhand ships.

“The order from the prime minister’s office only reaffirmed the existing rules”, said a broker.

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