Strong profitability and EBITDA
Generated EBITDA of USD 263.1 million, underlying profit of USD 39.2 million and net profit of USD 58.2 million for 2025.
Robust balance sheet and liquidity
Closed the year with net cash of USD 134 million, undrawn committed facility of USD 485.5 million and available committed liquidity of USD 756 million, supported by a new USD 250 million sustainability-linked facility.
Shareholder returns and capital allocation
Total shareholder return for 2025 was 46%. Board declared a final dividend (HKD 0.06 per share) and increased dividend policy effective 2026 to pay 50%–100% of net profit (excluding disposal gains) when net cash; completed USD 40 million share buyback and declared total distributions that reached 179% of 2025 net profit (excluding disposal gains).
TCE outperformance versus spot market
Average daily TCEs were USD 11,490 (Handysize) and USD 12,850 (Supramax), outperforming average spot market rates by USD 910/day (Handysize) and USD 1,220/day (Supramax).
Strong cash generation and asset sales
Operating cash flow was USD 229 million. Realized USD 66.8 million from sale of 5 Handysize and 3 Supramax vessels and maintained net book value of 107 vessels at USD 1.6 billion versus estimated market value of USD 1.96 billion (broker composite).
Cost control and improved operating activity margin
Core daily operating costs remained broadly stable at ~USD 4,780. Operating activity margin contributed USD 22.9 million; operating activity days rose 1% to 27,850 and margin per day improved to USD 820 (a 30% year‑on‑year increase). Average daily finance costs fell ~13% to ~USD 130.
Disciplined fleet renewal and pipeline
Core fleet: 120 vessels (107 owned, 13 long‑term chartered). Committed acquisition of 40,000 DWT Handysize newbuildings for USD 119.2 million (delivery 1H 2028). Orderbook and options represent 22 potential additions between 2028–2029 and long‑term charter buy options to 2032, supporting selective fleet renewal.
Strategic positioning and market tools
High fleet optionality, investments in fuel efficiency and AI-enabled optimization, and focus on digitalization and a new sustainable energy solutions team to drive decarbonization and cost/sustainability benefits.