Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. Announces the Delivery of the M/V Buenaventura Express to Its New Owner

Rhea-AI Summary

Capital Clean Energy Carriers (NASDAQ: CCEC) announced delivery of the M/V Buenaventura Express (142,411 DWT / 13,696 TEU; hybrid scrubber-fitted; built 2023) to new owners on January 19, 2026. The company recorded a $4.2 million book gain and used cash proceeds to pay down $84.4 million of outstanding debt and for general corporate purposes. The sale aligns with CCEC's stated strategy to shift toward transporting gases, including LNG and other energy-transition commodities. Since February 2024, CCEC has sold 14 container vessels, generating gross proceeds of approximately $814.3 million. After this divestment, CCEC retains one 13,312 TEU container vessel on fixed employment through 2033, with extension options to 2039.

Positive

• Generated approximately $814.3 million gross proceeds from 14 vessel sales since Feb 2024
• Recorded a $4.2 million book gain on the M/V Buenaventura Express sale
• Applied sale proceeds to pay down $84.4 million of outstanding debt
• Corporate strategy shift toward LNG and energy-transition gas transport

Negative

• Fleet reduced to a single 13,312 TEU container vessel after the divestment
• Book gain of $4.2 million is small relative to $814.3 million gross proceeds

News Market Reaction – CCEC

-0.40%

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-0.40% News Effect

On the day this news was published, CCEC declined 0.40%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Book gain on sale: $4.2 million Debt repaid: $84.4 million Gross proceeds from sales: $814.3 million +5 more

8 metrics

Book gain on sale $4.2 million Gain recognized on sale of M/V Buenaventura Express

Debt repaid $84.4 million Cash proceeds used to pay down outstanding debt

Gross proceeds from sales $814.3 million Generated since February 2024 from 14 container vessel sales

Container vessels sold 14 vessels Number of container vessels sold since February 2024

Buenaventura Express size 142,411 DWT Deadweight tonnage of the container vessel sold

Buenaventura Express capacity 13,696 TEU Container capacity of the vessel sold

Remaining container vessel 13,312 TEU Capacity of the single remaining container vessel in fleet

Charter coverage Through 2033, options to 2039 Employment profile of remaining 13,312 TEU container vessel

Market Reality Check

Price: $22.08 Vol: Volume 8,441 is above the...

high vol

$22.08 Last Close

Volume Volume 8,441 is above the 20-day average of 4,820 (relative volume 1.75x). high

Technical Price at 21.45, trading slightly above the 200-day MA of 21.39 and 13.61% below the 52-week high.

Peers on Argus

CCEC slipped 0.28% while peers were mixed: GSL +0.77%, NMM +1.56%, CMRE +0.92%, ...

CCEC slipped 0.28% while peers were mixed: GSL +0.77%, NMM +1.56%, CMRE +0.92%, SFL flat, GOGL -3.62%, pointing to a stock-specific reaction.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 06 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 06	LCO2 ship delivery	Positive	-2.8%	Delivery of first 22,000 cbm LCO2/multi-gas carrier Active.
Dec 29	LNG orders	Positive	+0.5%	Order for three latest-spec LNG carriers delivering 2028–2029.
Nov 20	Vessel sale MoA	Positive	-2.8%	Announced sale agreement for Buenaventura Express container vessel.
Oct 30	Q3 2025 earnings	Positive	-4.6%	Reported higher net income, dividend, and strong contracted revenues.
Oct 22	Dividend declaration	Positive	+1.8%	Declared $0.15 cash dividend with DRIP option for shareholders.

Pattern Detected

Recent history shows multiple positive strategic and fleet updates followed by negative price reactions, indicating a tendency toward sell-the-news behavior.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, CCEC has steadily executed its shift from containers to gas carriers. On Oct 22, 2025, it maintained shareholder returns via a $0.15 quarterly dividend. Q3 2025 results on Oct 30 showed higher net income and strong contracted revenue. Subsequent announcements covered container vessel sales, expansion of the LNG newbuild program, and delivery of the LCO2/multi-gas carrier Active. Today’s completion of the Buenaventura Express sale fits this ongoing portfolio rotation and balance sheet de‑leveraging.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement completes the previously disclosed sale of the Buenaventura Express, crystallizing...

Analysis

This announcement completes the previously disclosed sale of the Buenaventura Express, crystallizing a $4.2 million book gain and using proceeds to reduce debt by $84.4 million. It advances CCEC’s strategy to exit most container exposure—now down to one 13,312 TEU ship on charter through 2033 with options to 2039—and deepen its focus on LNG and other gas trades. Investors may track future asset rotations, contracted revenue visibility, and leverage trends alongside this evolving fleet mix.

Key Terms

teu, hybrid scrubber-fitted, liquified natural gas, lng

4 terms

teu technical

"M/V Buenaventura Express (142,411 DWT / 13,696 TEU, hybrid scrubber-fitted..."

TEU stands for twenty-foot equivalent unit, a standard measure of containerized cargo capacity equal to one 20-foot long shipping container. Investors use TEUs to compare the size, throughput and utilization of ships, ports and logistics networks—think of it as counting parking spots for containers—which affects revenue potential, shipping costs and the flow of goods that influence supply chains and company earnings.

hybrid scrubber-fitted technical

"13,696 TEU, hybrid scrubber-fitted, eco container vessel, built 2023..."

A vessel described as “hybrid scrubber-fitted” carries an exhaust-cleaning system that can remove sulfur and other pollutants from engine emissions using either seawater, recirculated freshwater, or a mix of both. For investors, this matters because the equipment helps a ship meet fuel-pollution rules while allowing flexibility to use cheaper high-sulfur fuel or cleaner alternatives, which affects operating costs, regulatory risk, and resale value—similar to a car that can run on multiple fuel types and meet emissions checks.

liquified natural gas medical

"including liquified natural gas (“LNG”) and emerging energy transition commodities."

Liquefied natural gas is natural gas that has been cooled until it becomes a liquid, which shrinks its volume so it can be moved and stored like other fuels. For investors, LNG matters because it makes distant gas supplies tradeable, affects global energy prices, and involves large infrastructure and shipping costs—similar to turning many loose boxes into a single pallet that’s easier to ship and sell.

lng technical

"including liquified natural gas (“LNG”) and emerging energy transition commodities."

Liquefied natural gas (LNG) is natural gas that has been cooled into a liquid so it takes up far less space for transport and storage, like turning a bulky bundle into a compact package for shipping. Investors care because LNG enables gas trade across regions without pipelines, so changes in production, export capacity, shipping, or demand can quickly affect energy company revenues, infrastructure operators and commodity prices, amplifying both opportunity and risk.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

ATHENS, Greece, Jan. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. (the “Company”, “CCEC,” “we” or “us”) (NASDAQ: CCEC), an international owner of ocean-going vessels, today announced the delivery of the M/V Buenaventura Express (142,411 DWT / 13,696 TEU, hybrid scrubber-fitted, eco container vessel, built 2023, Hyundai Samho Industries Co. Ltd, South Korea) to her new owners on January 19, 2026. We recognized a total book gain of $4.2 million from the sale and cash proceeds were used to pay down outstanding debt of $84.4 million and for general corporate purposes.

The divestment of this container vessel is consistent with the Company’s stated strategy to shift our strategic focus towards the transportation of various forms of gas to industrial customers, including liquified natural gas (“LNG”) and emerging energy transition commodities. Since February 2024, CCEC has sold 14 container vessels, generating gross proceeds of approximately $814.3 million. The Company now retains only one 13,312 TEU container vessel in its fleet, which is on fixed employment through 2033, with options to extend up to 2039.

About Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp.

Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ: CCEC), an international shipping company, is a leading platform of gas carriage solutions with a focus on energy transition. CCEC’s in-the-water fleet includes 14 high specification vessels, including 12 latest generation LNG carriers (“LNG/C”), one handy LCO2/multi-gas carrier and one legacy Neo-Panamax container vessel. In addition, CCEC’s under-construction fleet includes nine additional latest generation LNG/Cs, six dual-fuel medium gas carriers and three handy LCO2/multi-gas carriers, to be delivered between the second quarter of 2026 and the first quarter of 2029.

For more information about the Company, please visit: www.capitalcleanenergycarriers.com

Forward-Looking Statements

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts, including, among other things, statements related to CCEC’s ability to pursue growth opportunities and CCEC’s expectations or objectives regarding future vessel deliveries and charter rate expectations, are forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended). These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the stated or forecasted results to be materially different from those anticipated. For a discussion of factors that could materially affect the outcome of forward-looking statements and other risks and uncertainties, see “Risk Factors” in our annual report filed with the SEC on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024, filed on April 17, 2025. Unless required by law, CCEC expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether because of future events, new information, a change in its views or expectations, to conform them to actual results or otherwise. CCEC does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

Contact Details
Investor Relations / Media
Brian Gallagher
EVP Investor Relations
Tel. +44 (770) 368 4996
E-mail: b.gallagher@capitalmaritime.com

Nicolas Bornozis / Markella Kara
Capital Link, Inc. (New York)
Tel. +1-212-661-7566
E-mail: ccec@capitallink.com

Source: Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp.

FAQ

What did CCEC announce about the M/V Buenaventura Express on January 21, 2026?

CCEC announced delivery of the M/V Buenaventura Express to new owners on January 19, 2026 and recognized a $4.2 million book gain.

How much debt did CCEC pay down with the sale proceeds from the M/V Buenaventura Express?

Cash proceeds were used to pay down $84.4 million of outstanding debt and for general corporate purposes.

How many container vessels has CCEC sold since February 2024 and what were the gross proceeds?

Since February 2024, CCEC has sold 14 container vessels, generating gross proceeds of approximately $814.3 million.

What is CCEC's fleet composition after the January 2026 divestment?

After the sale, CCEC retains one 13,312 TEU container vessel that is on fixed employment through 2033 with extension options to 2039.

What strategic shift did CCEC describe in the announcement for stock symbol CCEC?

CCEC said it is shifting strategic focus toward transporting various forms of gas to industrial customers, including LNG and emerging energy-transition commodities.