TCE Premiums Above Market
Fourth quarter TCE rates of $17,773 per day, representing a 19% premium to average published market rates for Panamax, Supramax and Handysize vessels, driven by niche ice‑class capabilities and long‑term COAs.
Adjusted EBITDA Growth and Margin Expansion
Adjusted EBITDA grew ~22% year‑over‑year to approximately $28.7–$29.0 million in the quarter, with adjusted EBITDA margin expanding to 17% from 13% in the prior year.
Scale and Utilization Expansion
Total shipping days increased ~25–26% year‑over‑year (integration of Handysize vessels from SSI), driving operating leverage. Bookings into 2026 include 5,920 shipping days at a TCE of $14,917/day (company‑to‑date) and 2,543 days at $14,390/day booked for Q1 2026.
Strong Cash Generation and Capital Returns
Approximately $50 million in cash from operations (quarter), ~$103 million in unrestricted cash at year‑end, share repurchases of ~600,000 shares for ~$3 million during 2025, and dividends of ~$16.3 million paid in 2025 plus a declared $0.05 per share dividend payable March 13, 2026.
Progress on Integrated Logistics Platform
Commenced operations in Lake Charles, Louisiana; Port of Tampa expansion on track for early H2 2026; terminal and stevedoring rollout (Aransas, Lake Charles, Tampa, Pascagoula) expected to contribute incremental EBITDA of roughly $3 million for full‑year 2026.
Fleet Renewal and Strategic Asset Sales
Executed fleet renewal actions by selling older vessels (Bulk Freedom sold for $9.6 million and Bulk Xaymaca agreement for $9.6 million). Company remains focused on modernizing fleet to meet customer needs and regulatory requirements and highlighted its leading high ice‑class fleet in the Arctic niche.