Strong Net Income and Adjusted EBITDA
Net income for the first quarter was $50 million, or $1 per diluted share. Excluding gains on vessel sales, adjusted net income was $40 million, or $0.80 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA was $91 million, in line with the previous quarter.
Increased Time Charter and Fixed Revenue
Agreed on a one-year time charter on one Suezmax to reach $295 million in fixed revenue, most of which comes over the next two years.
Dividend Announcement and Shareholder Returns
Announced another dividend representing 75% of adjusted net income, with a combined dividend to be paid in June equating to $0.60 per share. Returned over $300 million to shareholders in consecutive years.
Strong Liquidity Position
Ended the first quarter with $673 million in total liquidity, including almost $550 million of undrawn revolver capacity.
Positive Outlook for Tanker Demand
Oil production in 2025 and 2026 is expected to increase by over 1 million barrels per day, supporting tanker demand. Changes in tanker routing are also supportive of the industry.
Fleet Renewal and Low Breakeven
Continued fleet renewal with an average fleet age of about 10 years and a spot cash breakeven rate of about $13,500 per day.