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Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) is an international liquefied petroleum gas shipping company that focuses on owning and operating modern very large gas carriers (VLGCs). The news flow around Dorian LPG centers on its financial performance, dividend declarations, fleet developments, and commentary on LPG shipping market conditions.
Company press releases regularly cover quarterly and annual financial results, including revenues, net income, adjusted net income, adjusted earnings per diluted share, adjusted EBITDA, and time charter equivalent (TCE) rates per available day. These updates often include detailed explanations of changes in TCE rates, vessel operating expenses, voyage expenses, interest and finance costs, and non-U.S. GAAP reconciliations.
A recurring theme in Dorian LPG’s news is the declaration of irregular cash dividends on its common stock. The company announces the per-share dividend amount, total capital returned, record dates, and expected payment dates, and reiterates that these dividends are irregular and subject to Board discretion based on operational and financial factors.
News items also provide fleet information and updates, including current VLGCs in operation, time chartered-in vessels, bareboat-chartered ships, and employment status in the Helios Pool or on time charters. Fleet tables in press releases list vessel capacities, shipyards, year built, ECO status, scrubber or dual-fuel equipment, and charter expiration periods.
In addition, Dorian LPG’s releases include market outlook and update sections that describe how tariffs, geopolitical developments, petrochemical margins, bunker fuel prices, and export volumes from regions such as the U.S. Gulf and the Middle East affect LPG trade and freight rates. The company also announces dates and access details for earnings conference calls and webcasts, giving investors a schedule for upcoming results discussions.
Investors and analysts following LPG stock news can use this page to review Dorian LPG’s historical and recent announcements on earnings, dividends, fleet composition, and management’s views on the VLGC market.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) announced the completion of two Japanese financing transactions totaling approximately $136.4 million on March 29 and 31, 2022. The first transaction involved the sale and bareboat charter of the VLGC Chaparral for $64.9 million, with $24.0 million allocated to prepay existing debt. The second transaction concerned the VLGC Caravelle, resulting in cash proceeds of $50.0 million and a similar debt repayment structure. Both arrangements support general corporate purposes and have multi-year terms with purchase options.
Dorian LPG Ltd. announced the completion of two Japanese financing transactions on March 18, 2022, involving its 2015-built VLGCs, Cratis and Copernicus, totaling $100 million. Proceeds included $50.6 million for debt repayment and the remainder for corporate purposes. Additionally, the company sold its 2008-built VLGC, Captain Nicholas ML, for $48.1 million. Each financing has a nine-year term with a fixed interest rate of 4.1% and amortizes $340,000 monthly.
Dorian LPG reported Q3 FY2022 results, revealing revenues of $68.6 million, down 22.5% from $88.5 million in Q3 FY2021. The Time Charter Equivalent (TCE) rate decreased by 20.8% to $33,508. Net income stood at $16.6 million, or $0.41 EPS, reflecting a significant drop from $35.8 million and $0.71 EPS a year ago. The company declared a $1.00 cash dividend per share in January 2022 and authorized a $100 million share repurchase. Fleet utilization improved to 98.5% from 96.2%.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) has provided a financial update for the quarter ending December 31, 2021. The Company anticipates time charter equivalent revenues between $66.8 million and $68.8 million. Vessel operating expenses are expected to be between $17.2 million and $19.2 million, while general and administrative expenses are projected between $5.4 million and $6.4 million. The earnings conference call is scheduled for February 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, with a live webcast available on their website.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) declared a cash dividend of $1.00 per share, totaling over $40.1 million for shareholders, payable on January 25, 2022, to shareholders of record by January 14, 2022. Additionally, the company completed a refinancing of its debt secured by two vessels, with a new loan of $83.4 million at a fixed rate of 3.78% over five years, yielding $33.9 million in cash proceeds after settling existing debts.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) reported financial results for Q2 FY 2022, with revenues of $63.1 million, up from $54.7 million YoY. Net income rose to $14.1 million or $0.35 EPS, compared to $0.5 million or $0.01 EPS last year. Adjusted net income was $9.9 million, versus a loss of $3.4 million in Q2 FY 2021. The company declared a $1.00 dividend per share for shareholders as of August 9, 2021. Dorian LPG completed the sale of a vessel for $43.4 million, netting a $3.5 million gain. TCE rate increased to $30,996, reflecting a strong market position.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) has updated its financial and operational outlook for the quarter ended September 30, 2021. The Company anticipates time charter equivalent (TCE) revenues between $61 million and $63 million, with vessel operating expenses of $17.4 million to $19.4 million. The conference call to discuss these results will be held on November 3, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. ET. The Company reminds shareholders that this information is preliminary and subject to adjustments, reflecting potential changes in financial results.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) has announced the sale of its VLGC, Captain Markos NL, a debt-free vessel built in 2006. The company expects to deliver the vessel by August 31, 2021, and anticipates cash proceeds of $42.0 million to $43.0 million. Following this transaction, Dorian LPG's fleet will consist of 22 modern VLGCs, reinforcing its position in the liquefied petroleum gas shipping sector.
Dorian LPG reported Q1 FY2022 financial results with revenues of $63.0 million, a 14% decrease from the previous year. Net income was $5.9 million, or $0.14 EPS, down from $12.2 million, or $0.24 EPS in Q1 FY2021. The adjusted EBITDA was $29.8 million. The company declared a cash dividend of $1.00 per share, payable September 8, 2021. Vessel operating expenses rose to $10,131 per day. The TCE rate fell 23.5% to $31,571, impacted by higher bunker costs. Fleet utilization improved to 96.1% from 82.3% year-over-year.
Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) has declared a cash dividend of $1.00 per share, totaling over $40 million to shareholders, payable on September 8, 2021. This follows an operational update for the quarter ending June 30, 2021, with expected time charter equivalent revenues of $60.6 million - $62.6 million and vessel operating expenses between $19.3 million - $21.3 million. The company plans to release its full financial results on August 4, 2021.