Taylor Maritime is said to have bought two Japan-built handysize bulkers from J Lauritzen.

Brokers reported that the Hong Kong-based owner has paid $9.5m apiece for the 31,887-dwt vessels Emma Bulker and Louise Bulker (both built 2010).

The sale price is roughly in line with what was reported for another Japan-built handy of a similar age sold in January, according to VesselsValue data.