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Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) is a global shipping company in the deep sea freight transportation industry, specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels. Its vessels are employed primarily on short to medium-term time charters and transport dry bulk cargoes such as iron ore, coal, grain and other materials along worldwide shipping routes. This news page focuses on company announcements and regulatory disclosures that relate to these activities.
Visitors to this DSX news section can review press releases on new and renewed time charter contracts for specific vessels across Diana Shipping’s Newcastlemax, Capesize, Post-Panamax, Kamsarmax, Panamax and Ultramax fleet. The company regularly reports charter rates, charter durations, counterparties and anticipated gross revenues for these contracts, providing insight into fleet employment and utilization.
The news feed also includes fleet and asset updates, such as Memoranda of Agreement for vessel sales and changes to previously announced sale transactions. In addition, Diana Shipping publishes financial results for defined reporting periods, including time charter revenues, net income, fleet data and non-GAAP metrics such as time charter equivalent (TCE) rates and daily vessel operating expenses.
Another category of DSX news involves corporate and strategic developments, for example proposals to acquire remaining shares of another dry bulk shipping company and related communications, as well as announcements about officer resignations and appointments approved by the Board of Directors. Investors and analysts who follow the dry bulk shipping market can use this page to monitor Diana Shipping’s chartering activity, fleet composition, financial performance communications and corporate actions over time.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced a time charter contract with Hyundai Glovis Co. Ltd. for its Kamsarmax dry bulk vessel, m/v Maia. The charter, starting on May 23, 2022, will run from a minimum of September 20, 2023, to a maximum of November 20, 2023, at a gross rate of $25,000 per day, generating approximately $13.43 million in gross revenue. The fleet consists of 35 vessels, with a total capacity of around 4.5 million dwt and an average age of 10.30 years. Diana Shipping focuses on short- to medium-term charters for dry bulk cargo transportation.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced that it will release its first quarter financial results for 2022 before the U.S. markets open on May 24, 2022. This announcement includes a conference call at 9:00 A.M. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss the results. Investors can participate by visiting the company's website for a webcast or by phone. A replay of the call will also be available for 30 days post-event. Diana Shipping specializes in dry bulk vessel ownership and chartering, supporting a wide range of global shipping needs.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) has filed its 2021 Annual Report on Form 20-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The report includes audited financial statements and is available for download on the company's website. Shareholders can request a hard copy of the complete report for free. Diana Shipping is known for its ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels, primarily operating on short to medium-term charters to transport various commodities like iron ore, coal, and grain globally.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced a time charter contract with C Transport Maritime Ltd. for its Newcastlemax vessel, the m/v Philadelphia. The charter rate is set at US$26,000 per day, generating an estimated US$16.87 million in gross revenue for the contract's minimum duration until February 1, 2024. Diana Shipping's fleet comprises 35 dry bulk vessels with a total capacity of approximately 4.5 million dwt. The Philadelphia, built in 2012, adds to the company's established operations in the dry bulk shipping sector.
Diana Shipping (NYSE: DSX) announced the delivery of the m/v Florida, a new Capesize vessel acquired from Japan. The Company entered into a ten-year bareboat charter agreement at US$13,500 per day, while simultaneously time chartering the vessel to Bunge S.A. for US$25,900 per day for 58 to 62 months. With a fleet of 35 dry bulk vessels, Diana Shipping's carrying capacity is approximately 4.5 million dwt, with an average age of 10.17 years. This strategic move bolsters their fleet and operational capacity in the shipping industry.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced its 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held virtually on May 18, 2022. Shareholders were informed that they will not be able to attend physically, with a record date set for March 28, 2022. The Company encourages advance voting to streamline the meeting process. Details on how to access the meeting and vote will be included in a separate proxy statement sent to shareholders. Diana Shipping specializes in the ownership and chartering of dry bulk vessels, transporting various commodities globally.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced a sale and leaseback agreement for its new Capesize dry bulk vessel, m/v Florida, anticipated to close by March 29, 2022. The transaction will yield gross proceeds of US$50.0 million. The company will charter-in the vessel for ten years, with purchase options starting after three years. Excluding this vessel, Diana's fleet comprises 34 vessels with a total capacity of approximately 4.4 million dwt and a weighted average age of 10.57 years.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) has secured a time charter contract for its Capesize dry bulk vessel, the m/v New Orleans, with Engelhart CTP Freight (Switzerland) SA. The charter, starting March 25, 2022, will last until November 20, 2023, with potential extension to January 31, 2024, generating an estimated gross revenue of approximately US$19.04 million. Currently, the m/v New Orleans is chartered at a rate of US$15,500 per day. Diana Shipping's fleet comprises 34 vessels, with a combined capacity of around 4.4 million dwt and an average age of 10.57 years.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced a time charter agreement with Cargill International S.A. for its Panamax vessel, m/v Artemis. The charter, effective immediately, secures a gross rate of US$21,250 per day (after a 4.75% commission) until at least June 20, 2023, potentially extending to August 20, 2023. This agreement is expected to generate approximately US$9.54 million in gross revenue during the minimum period. Currently, Diana Shipping operates 34 vessels with a total carrying capacity of about 4.4 million dwt, with an average fleet age of 10.57 years.
Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced a time charter contract with Bunge S.A. for its Capesize dry bulk vessel, the Florida. The charter, set to begin on March 29, 2022, has a gross rate of $25,900 per day, projected to generate approximately $45.07 million in gross revenue over the minimum term of 58 months. The Florida is a new 2022 building, enhancing the company’s fleet, which consists of 34 vessels with a combined carrying capacity of around 4.4 million dwt. This contract strengthens Diana Shipping's revenue stream and operational capacity in the dry bulk market.