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Flex LNG Ltd. (FLNG) is an LNG shipping company whose news flow reflects its role in the liquefied natural gas transportation market and its presence on the New York Stock Exchange. Company announcements describe a fleet of thirteen modern LNG carriers equipped with MEGI and X-DF two-stroke propulsion, and many news items relate to how this fleet is employed, financed and maintained.
Investors following Flex LNG news can expect regular earnings releases and result presentations for quarterly and half-year periods. These updates, often furnished to the SEC on Form 6-K, discuss vessel operating revenues, net income, Time Charter Equivalent (TCE) rates, adjusted EBITDA, charter backlog, cash balances, and dividend declarations. The company also announces dates and registration details for live video webcasts and Q&A sessions where management presents financial results.
Flex LNG’s news also covers capital allocation and financing actions, including term loan facilities with international shipping banks, sale and leaseback agreements with Asian-based lease providers for specific vessels, and share repurchase programs authorized by the board. Press releases describe how these transactions affect debt maturities, financing costs and available liquidity, and how they relate to the company’s Balance Sheet Optimization Program.
Other news items include corporate governance and incentive developments, such as the approval of a long-term incentive plan granting synthetic options to management and employees, and announcements about executive appointments, including the naming of a new CEO for Flex LNG Management AS. Operational updates, such as the completion of scheduled drydockings and special surveys for vessels like Flex Aurora, Flex Resolute, Flex Artemis and Flex Amber, also feature in the company’s communications.
By monitoring the FLNG news page, readers can track how Flex LNG reports its financial performance, manages its LNG carrier fleet, structures its financing, and makes board-level decisions that shape its capital structure and leadership, all based on official press releases and regulatory disclosures.
Flex LNG will participate in the DNB Investor Lunch during Marine Money 2024 in New York, where the company will also engage with investors. Flex LNG's fleet includes thirteen modern LNG carriers equipped with advanced two-stroke propulsion systems (MEGI and X-DF), offering improved fuel efficiency and reduced carbon footprints compared to older models. Flex LNG is publicly traded on both the New York Stock Exchange and Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker FLNG. For further details, the presentation can be accessed on Flex LNG's website, and more information can be obtained by contacting Knut Traaholt, the Chief Financial Officer.
Flex LNG (FLNG) announced that its shares on the Oslo Stock Exchange (OSE) will trade ex-dividend of USD 0.75 per share on June 7, 2024. The corresponding dividend payment will be made on or about June 26, 2024. Shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) will trade ex-dividend of USD 0.75 per share starting June 10, 2024, with payment expected on or about June 21, 2024. The company's CFO, Knut Traaholt, can be contacted for further details.
Flex LNG released its 2023 Annual ESG Report, the sixth since 2018. The report aligns with the SASB Maritime Transportation Standard and GRI, highlighting significant advancements in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aspects.
Notably, fleet emissions were reduced by ~7% (tonnes CO2) compared to 2022, achieving a Lost Time Injury Frequency (LTIF) of 0.33. The company reported zero spills or environmental releases in 2023.
Flex LNG disclosed climate risk management strategies to the CDP, earning a 'B' rating, an improvement from 'B-' in 2022. The company views this as an incentive to enhance its decarbonization efforts.
Flex LNG has announced a cash distribution of $0.75 per share for the first quarter of 2024. This distribution will be made from the company's Contributed Surplus Account. NYSE shareholders will receive their payment on or about June 21, 2024, while OSE shareholders will receive theirs on or about June 26, 2024. Important dates include the ex-date of June 10, 2024, for NYSE and June 7, 2024, for OSE. The shortened settlement cycle from T+2 to T+1 on the NYSE starting May 28, 2024, may restrict share movements between NYSE and OSE during interim days.
Flex LNG reported its unaudited financial results for Q1 2024, with revenues of $90.2 million, down from $97.2 million in Q4 2023.
Net income rose to $33.2 million from $19.4 million in the previous quarter, with EPS increasing to $0.62.
Adjusted net income and EPS remained steady at $37.9 million and $0.70, respectively.
Despite lower revenues, the company extended contracts for multiple vessels, adding 6.2 years to its backlog.
Flex LNG declared a $0.75 per share dividend, maintaining a strong balance sheet with $383 million in cash.
CEO Øystein M. Kalleklev emphasized the company's increased earnings visibility and protection against market weaknesses.
Flex LNG has released its first quarter 2024 earnings report and will hold a live video webcast on May 23, 2024, at 15:00 CEST (09:00 a.m. EST) to discuss the results. A Q&A session will follow. The presentation and a short teaser video highlighting the quarter's key points are available on their website.
For further details, contact Knut Traaholt, CFO, via phone or email.
Flex LNG will release its unaudited financial results for the first quarter of 2024 on Thursday, May 23, 2024. A live video webcast will accompany the earnings release at 15:00 CEST on the same day. Investors can register to attend the webcast and participate in a Q&A session. Presentation materials will be available on the company's website, with a replay also accessible on the Flex LNG YouTube channel.
Flex LNG, announced a new Time Charter agreement with a large Asian LNG importer for the vessel Flex Constellation. The charter commenced on May 7 with a minimum duration of 312 days, extendable up to first quarter 2026. The ship is equipped with modern technology to reduce boil-off rates. The company's CEO highlighted the addition of 6.2 years of firm backlog this year, securing 100% charter coverage for the remainder of the year.
FLEX LNG held its 2024 Annual General Meeting where audited financial statements for 2023 were presented. They passed resolutions on director appointments, auditor selection, remuneration, and capital adjustments.
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