Chinese leasing house Huaxia Financial Leasing Co., Ltd. has issued an open solicitation for four second-hand Capesize bulk carriers, as the company moves to expand its dry bulk shipping portfolio.

The vessels must be between 10 and 14 years old, hold valid certificates with at least three months of remaining validity, and comply with current maritime regulations and IACS class society requirements. All deliveries must be completed by the end of December 2026 at the latest.

Suppliers—including shipowners and brokers—may submit single or multiple vessel bids. The selection process adopts a limited-quantity system, with a cap of 20 qualified participants.

The solicitation period runs from July 3 to July 10, 2026. Submissions are accepted via email, and the project does not accept joint bids.