Euroseas Stock Price, News & Analysis

Euroseas Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESEA) has announced the extension of charters for two of its container vessels, M/V EM Kea and M/V EM Hydra. The M/V EM Kea, a 3,100 TEU vessel, will enter a 36-month charter at a gross daily rate of $19,000 starting June 2023. Meanwhile, the M/V EM Hydra, a 1,740 TEU vessel, has secured a charter extension ranging from 12 to 15 months at a gross daily rate of $15,000, commencing in May 2023. These contracts will generate over $24 million in net charter revenues and contribute more than $13 million in EBITDA during the charter period. The company indicates a strong market for feeder containerships with an 85-90% charter coverage over the next year, supported by a recent market strengthening of 15-20%.

Euroseas Ltd. (NASDAQ:ESEA) announced the delivery of M/V Gregos, a new 2,800 TEU feeder containership, on April 6, 2023. Built by Hyundai Mipo Dockyard, the vessel complies with EEDI Phase 3 and features a Tier III engine with sustainability-linked enhancements, including AMP. The financing for the vessel was secured through a combination of internal funds and a sustainability-linked loan from Eurobank S.A. M/V Gregos has commenced a charter with Asyad Lines, expected to generate over $42 million in EBITDA, translating to approximately $6 per share. This delivery marks the first of nine vessels in the company's newbuilding program, which aims to grow Euroseas' environmentally friendly fleet, enhancing efficiency by over 40% compared to older models.