Information Edge from Broker Web

“Shipbrokering is about information, and few managed to gather and remember as many details as Fredriksen. The many small pieces are what make the difference sooner or later when competing with a host of other brokers for a deal. Moreover, John Fredriksen had flair; he smelled money and opportunities.”

“Over the years, John Fredriksen has made many in his court rich. One group is those who broker freight agreements. Just from Frontline alone, brokers estimate that well over a hundred million kroner are paid out each year to firms such as Platou, Bassøe, Fearnleys, and Clarkson.”