Castor Maritime Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Castor Maritime Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRM) announced its 2021 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders, scheduled for November 30, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. in Limassol, Cyprus. The record date for shareholders entitled to vote is October 15, 2021. The notice and proxy statement will be mailed to shareholders and filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, accessible on both the SEC's website and Castor's official site. Castor Maritime operates a diverse fleet of 27 vessels, totaling 2.3 million dwt capacity, post recent acquisitions.

Castor Maritime (CTRM) has secured two time charter contracts for its vessels. The M/V Magic Orion, a Capesize dry bulk carrier, will commence a charter on October 8, 2021, at a daily rate of $73,000 for approximately 45 days. Additionally, the M/V Magic Eclipse, a Panamax dry bulk carrier, started its charter on September 14, 2021, at $28,500 per day, lasting between 8-10 months. These contracts contribute to Castor's growing fleet, which will total 27 vessels with a capacity of 2.3 million dwt upon full delivery.

On September 20, 2021, Castor Maritime (NASDAQ: CTRM) delivered the M/V Magic Mars, a 2014 Korean-built Panamax dry bulk carrier, financed entirely with cash. The vessel will operate under a time charter agreement at a gross daily rate of $34,600, commencing around September 24, 2021, for approximately 75 days. Additionally, the M/V Magic Argo has been chartered at a gross daily rate of $33,500 since September 14, 2021, for about 90 days. With these additions, Castor will operate a fleet of 27 vessels on a fully delivered basis.

Castor Maritime Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRM) announced three new time charter contracts for its vessels, enhancing its revenue stream. The M/V Magic Nebula was fixed at $31,750 daily for a minimum of six months. The M/V Magic Moon secured a rate of $30,250 per day for approximately 90 days. Additionally, the M/V Magic Nova will start charters at $32,000 per day, plus a $1.3 million ballast bonus, expected to begin around September 17, 2021. Following recent acquisitions, Castor will own a fleet of 27 vessels with a total capacity of 2.3 million dwt.

Castor Maritime Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRM) has agreed to acquire a 2008-built Panamax dry bulk carrier for $18.75 million. The transaction is set to close in Q4 2021, contingent on customary conditions. Following recent acquisitions, Castor’s dry bulk fleet will expand to 19 vessels. Additionally, two Kamsarmax vessels have been secured on time charter contracts, each generating a gross daily rate of $35,000 for approximately 100 days. CEO Petros Panagiotidis highlighted strong demand for dry bulk transportation, which supports the company’s cash flow and growth strategy.

Castor Maritime (NASDAQ: CTRM) has announced the successful acquisition of two dry bulk carriers. The M/V Magic Pluto, a 2013-built Panamax vessel, was delivered on August 6, 2021, followed by the M/V Magic Perseus, a Kamsarmax vessel, on August 9, 2021. Both acquisitions were financed entirely with cash on hand, contributing to Castor's fleet expansion to 26 vessels with a total capacity of 2.2 million deadweight tons (dwt). The company’s diversified fleet includes various types of bulk carriers and tankers, enhancing its operational capabilities.

Castor Maritime announced significant revenue growth in its Q2 and H1 2021 results, generating net revenues of $21.8 million and $28.8 million respectively, compared to $2.6 million and $5.3 million in the same periods of 2020. The company achieved a net income of $6.5 million for Q2 2021, in contrast to a $0.1 million loss in Q2 2020. EBITDA surged to $10.0 million, significantly up from $1.0 million year-over-year. Castor expanded its fleet from 6 to 26 vessels, capitalizing on high demand for dry bulk transportation, and successfully regained compliance with Nasdaq listing standards.

Castor Maritime Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRM) announced the successful chartering of its Capesize dry bulk carrier, M/V Magic Orion, at a gross daily rate of $39,500. This time charter is set to begin on August 3, 2021, lasting approximately 45 days. With this charter, Castor Maritime continues to expand its operations, bolstered by a diversified fleet of 26 vessels with a total capacity of 2.2 million dwt.

Castor Maritime Inc. (NASDAQ: CTRM) has secured a €40.75 million senior term loan from a European bank, aimed at supporting its growth initiatives. The financing, secured by four dry bulk vessels, has a five-year term and interest set at LIBOR plus 3.10% per annum. Additionally, the company has raised $9.7 million through its At-The-Market offering program by selling 3,563,407 common shares. The announcement reflects Castor's strategy to improve its capital structure while enhancing its operational capabilities in the shipping industry.