Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter Ended March 31, 2026
Rhea-AI Summary
Pangaea Logistics Solutions (Nasdaq:PANL) reported Q1 2026 GAAP net income of $13.3 million ($0.21 per share) on total revenue of $170.6 million and adjusted net income of $7.0 million ($0.11 per share).
Adjusted EBITDA rose 70% year-over-year to $25.2 million, with TCE rates of $15,252 per day, 34% higher year-over-year and 20% above Baltic Panamax, Supramax and Handysize indices. Shipping days increased 14% to 5,947. Net debt to trailing twelve‑month adjusted EBITDA was 2.4x, and operating cash flow was $4.5 million. The board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share, payable June 15, 2026, to shareholders of record on June 1, 2026.
Positive
- Total revenues rose to $170.6 million from $122.8 million year-over-year
- GAAP net income swung to $13.3 million from a $2.0 million loss
- Adjusted EBITDA increased 70% year-over-year to $25.2 million
- TCE rate up 34% year-over-year to $15,252 per day
- TCE exceeded Baltic Panamax/Supramax/Handysize indices by 20%
- Shipping days rose 14% year-over-year to 5,947 days
- Net cash from operations improved to $4.5 million from a $4.4 million use
- Quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share declared, $3.9 million paid in Q1
- Net transportation and service revenue increased to $32.7 million from $20.1 million
- Equity attributable to Pangaea grew to $441.1 million from $429.3 million
Negative
- Total expenses rose to $160.1 million from $119.9 million year-over-year
- Charter hire expense increased to $39.2 million from $17.6 million
- General and administrative expense rose to $10.0 million from $7.3 million
- Operating cash flow of $4.5 million was well below net income of $13.7 million
- Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash declined to $90.0 million from $103.3 million
- Total debt including finance obligations reached $363.2 million as of March 31, 2026
- Loss on vessel held for sale of $0.4 million recorded in the quarter
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Key Figures
Previous Earnings Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10 | Q4 2025 earnings | Positive | -13.6% | Profitable quarter with $11.9M GAAP net income and $0.05 dividend. |
| Nov 06 | Q3 2025 earnings | Positive | +18.1% | Strong net income, higher adjusted EBITDA, continued TCE outperformance and dividend. |
| Aug 07 | Q2 2025 earnings | Neutral | +1.7% | GAAP net loss but strong shipping day growth and TCE above benchmarks. |
| May 12 | Q1 2025 earnings | Negative | -2.3% | Net loss, lower adjusted EBITDA despite higher shipping days and TCE premium. |
| Mar 13 | FY 2024 earnings | Positive | +12.2% | Profitable year with $28.9M net income and strong TCE outperformance. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Earnings releases often see meaningful moves, generally aligning with the tone of results, with one notable negative divergence.
Recent earnings releases for Pangaea show a series of profitable quarters and consistent dividends of $0.05 per share. Prior updates highlighted GAAP net income between $8.4M and $12.2M, adjusted EBITDA near the high‑20s millions, and TCE outperformance versus benchmarks. The current Q1 2026 report, showing positive net income and higher TCE and EBITDA versus Q1 2025, continues that profitability and margin expansion narrative.
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FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS
- GAAP net income attributable to Pangaea of
$13.3 million $0.21 - Adjusted net income attributable to Pangaea of
$7 $0.11 - Adjusted EBITDA of
$25.2 million - Operating cash flow of 4.5 million
- Time Charter Equivalent ("TCE") rates earned by Pangaea of
$15,252 - Pangaea's TCE rates exceeded the average Baltic Panamax, Supramax, and Handysize indices by
20% - Ratio of net debt to trailing twelve-month Adjusted EBITDA of 2.4x
- Declared quarterly cash dividend of
$0.05
For the three months ended March 31, 2026, Pangaea reported non-GAAP adjusted net income of
The TCE earned was
Total Adjusted EBITDA increased by
As of March 31, 2026, the Company had
The Company's Board of Directors also declared a quarterly cash dividend of
MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY
"Our first quarter results represent a solid start to 2026, reflecting continued strong operating execution, and supportive market conditions" said Mads Boye Petersen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pangaea Logistics Solutions. "Market strength, relative to the prior-year period, contributed to a
"Dry bulk fundamentals have remained constructive through the early part of the year," Petersen noted. "Market sentiment has been supported by increased Chinese iron ore imports and a recent improvement in Indonesian coal exports, both of which have contributed to a firmer-than-typical first quarter market. We have seen this momentum continue into the second quarter, and through today we have executed 4,051 shipping days at an average TCE of approximately
"Our financial position remains solid, with sufficient liquidity to support a balanced and returns-focused capital allocation approach," continued Petersen. "We continue to prioritize sustainable returns of capital, selective organic growth investments and ongoing fleet renewal, all with the objective of enhancing long-term shareholder value. During the quarter, we advanced our port expansion strategy with the start-up of operations at
"Looking ahead, we are focused on maintaining commercial discipline, efficient execution across our platform and continuing to grow our ocean freight and shore side capabilities," concluded Petersen. "With a differentiated operating model, a strong liquidity position and a clear capital allocation strategy, we believe Pangaea is well positioned to navigate changing market conditions while continuing to create value for shareholders."
STRATEGIC UPDATE
Pangaea remains committed to developing a leading dry bulk logistics and transportation services company of scale, providing its customers with specialized shipping and supply chain and logistics offerings in commodity and niche markets that drive premium returns measured in time charter equivalent per day.
Growing our combined shipping and logistics model. Pangaea continues to grow its integrated shipping and logistics model to deliver increased value across the dry bulk supply chain. In addition to operating a specialized fleet of dry bulk vessels, the Company provides stevedoring services and maintains port and terminal operations capabilities that complement its core shipping platform. During the first quarter of 2026, the Company continued to advance its organic growth strategy by scaling its port and terminal operations, including the start-up of new operations at
Continue to drive strong fleet utilization. Pangaea delivered strong fleet utilization during the first quarter, supported by robust demand. The Company's owned fleet of 39 vessels operated at high efficiency, supplemented by an average of 30 chartered-in vessels to fulfill cargo and COA commitments. Following the successful integration of the recently acquired handy-size fleet, Pangaea remains focused on optimizing utilization across its expanded platform and enhancing flexibility to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
Continue to upgrade fleet, while divesting older, non-core assets. Pangaea continues to execute its disciplined fleet renewal strategy, selectively investing in modern assets to support TCE performance, comply with evolving regulatory standards and meet customer cargo requirements. In February 2026, the Company entered into an agreement to sell the 2006-built Bulk Xaymaca for
FIRST QUARTER 2026 CONFERENCE CALL
The Company's management team will host a conference call to discuss the Company's financial results on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 8:00 a.m., Eastern Time (ET). Accompanying presentation materials will be available in the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at https://www.pangaeals.com/investors/.
To participate in the live teleconference:
Domestic Live: 1-833-316-1983
International Live: 1-785-838-9310
Conference ID: PANLQ126
To listen to a replay of the teleconference, which will be available through May 19, 2026:
Domestic Replay: 1-800-938-2241
International Replay: 1-402-220-1121
Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations ( | |||
Three Months Ended March 31, | |||
2026 | 2025 | ||
Revenues: | |||
Voyage revenue | $ 152,000 | $ 109,660 | |
Charter revenue | 12,442 | 9,993 | |
Port terminal & stevedore revenue | 6,139 | 3,149 | |
Total revenues, net | 170,580 | 122,802 | |
Expenses: | |||
Voyage expense | 73,739 | 60,307 | |
Charter hire expense | 39,177 | 17,641 | |
Vessel operating expense | 20,562 | 22,178 | |
Terminal & Stevedore Expenses | 4,375 | 2,551 | |
General and administrative | 10,027 | 7,274 | |
Depreciation and amortization | 11,876 | 9,923 | |
Loss on vessel held for sale | 358 | — | |
Total expenses | 160,114 | 119,875 | |
Income from operations | 10,466 | 2,926 | |
Other income (expense): | |||
Interest expense | (5,944) | (6,146) | |
Interest income | 2,053 | 444 | |
Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, net | 6,606 | 184 | |
Other income | 484 | 393 | |
Total other income (expense), net | 3,199 | (5,125) | |
Net income (loss) | 13,665 | (2,199) | |
(Income) loss attributable to non-controlling interests | (371) | 218 | |
Net income (loss) attributable to Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. | $ 13,294 | $ (1,981) | |
Net income (loss) per common share | |||
Basic | $ 0.21 | $ (0.03) | |
Diluted | $ 0.21 | $ (0.03) | |
Weighted average shares used to compute earnings per common share: | |||
Basic | 64,193,205 | 63,851,090 | |
Diluted | 64,775,563 | 63,851,090 | |
Amounts presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements are expressed in thousands of |
Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets ( | |||
March 31, 2026 | December 31, 2025 | ||
Assets | |||
Current assets | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 89,744 | $ 103,054 | |
Accounts receivable (net of allowance of | 61,280 | 55,854 | |
Inventories | 40,262 | 28,389 | |
Advance hire, prepaid expenses and other current assets | 50,120 | 28,478 | |
Vessel held for sale | 9,384 | — | |
Total current assets | 250,790 | 215,776 | |
Restricted cash | 270 | 270 | |
Fixed assets, at cost, net of accumulated depreciation of | 674,958 | 677,518 | |
Finance lease right of use assets, at cost, net of accumulated depreciation of | 16,580 | 26,866 | |
Goodwill | 3,105 | 3,105 | |
Other non-current Assets | 4,991 | 4,561 | |
Total assets | $ 950,695 | $ 928,096 | |
Liabilities and stockholders' equity | |||
Current liabilities | |||
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other current liabilities | $ 72,684 | $ 54,257 | |
Affiliated companies payable | 1,867 | 806 | |
Deferred revenue | 28,708 | 24,891 | |
Current portion of secured long-term debt | 16,985 | 16,910 | |
Current portion of financing obligations | 31,764 | 27,896 | |
Current portion of finance lease liabilities | 1,000 | 2,076 | |
Dividend payable | 577 | 1,198 | |
Total current liabilities | 153,586 | 128,034 | |
Non current liabilities | |||
Secured long-term debt, net | 93,156 | 97,157 | |
Financing obligations, net | 208,969 | 219,774 | |
Long-term liabilities - other | 8,153 | 8,395 | |
Total non current liabilities | 310,278 | 325,326 | |
Stockholders' equity: | |||
Common stock, | 7 | 7 | |
Additional paid-in capital | 258,771 | 257,072 | |
Retained earnings | 182,280 | 172,255 | |
Total Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. equity | 441,058 | 429,333 | |
Non-controlling interests | 45,773 | 45,403 | |
Total stockholders' equity | 486,831 | 474,736 | |
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity | $ 950,695 | $ 928,096 | |
Pangaea Logistics Solutions, Ltd. Unaudited Interim Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows ( | |||
Three Months Ended March 31, | |||
2026 | 2025 | ||
Operating activities | |||
Net income (loss) | $ 13,665 | $ (2,199) | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operations: | |||
Depreciation and amortization expense | 11,876 | 9,923 | |
Amortization of deferred financing costs | 265 | 312 | |
Amortization of prepaid rent | 30 | 30 | |
Unrealized (gain) loss on derivative instruments | (6,606) | (184) | |
Income from equity method investee | (484) | (393) | |
Provision for doubtful accounts | 790 | 1,159 | |
Loss on vessel held for sale | 358 | — | |
Drydocking costs | (6,793) | (6,449) | |
Share-based compensation | 1,700 | 1,532 | |
Change in operating assets and liabilities: | |||
Accounts receivable | (6,216) | (6,703) | |
Inventories | (11,872) | (3,184) | |
Advance hire, prepaid expenses and other current assets | (16,809) | 1,214 | |
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other current liabilities | 20,775 | (3,258) | |
Deferred revenue | 3,817 | 3,844 | |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | 4,494 | (4,356) | |
Investing activities | |||
Purchase of vessels, vessel improvements and equipment | (1,811) | (58) | |
Purchase of fixed assets and equipment | — | (402) | |
Dividends received from equity method investments | 500 | — | |
Net cash used in investing activities | (1,311) | (460) | |
Financing activities | |||
Payments of long-term debt | (4,218) | (4,129) | |
Payments of financing obligations | (7,059) | (6,193) | |
Payments of finance leases | (1,326) | (711) | |
Cash dividends paid | (3,891) | (6,732) | |
Payments to non-controlling interest | — | (275) | |
Net cash used in financing activities | (16,493) | (18,041) | |
Net change in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash | (13,310) | (22,857) | |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 103,324 | 86,805 | |
Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period | $ 90,014 | $ 63,949 | |
Supplemental cash flow information | |||
Cash and cash equivalents | $ 89,744 | $ 63,949 | |
Restricted cash | 270 | — | |
Total cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period | $ 90,014 | $ 63,949 | |
Capital expenditures included in accounts payable and accrued expenses | $ 5,300 | $ 1,030 | |
Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures (unaudited) | ||||
Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||
2026 | 2025 | |||
Net Transportation and Service Revenue | ||||
Gross Profit | $ 20,888 | $ 10,228 | ||
Add: | ||||
Vessel Depreciation and Amortization | 11,840 | 9,896 | ||
Net transportation and service revenue | $ 32,727 | $ 20,124 | ||
Adjusted EBITDA | ||||
Net income (loss) | 13,665 | (2,199) | ||
Interest expense, net | 3,892 | 5,702 | ||
Depreciation and amortization | 11,876 | 9,923 | ||
Income tax provision (included in Other income / expense) | 315 | 53 | ||
EBITDA | $ 29,747 | $ 13,479 | ||
Non-GAAP Adjustments: | ||||
Loss on impairment of vessels | 358 | — | ||
Share-based compensation | 1,700 | 1,532 | ||
Unrealized gain on derivative instruments, net | (6,606) | (184) | ||
Adjusted EBITDA | $ 25,199 | $ 14,827 | ||
Net income (loss) per common share | ||||
Net income (loss) attributable to Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. | $ 13,294 | $ (1,981) | ||
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding - basic | 64,193,205 | 63,851,090 | ||
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding - diluted | 64,775,563 | 63,851,090 | ||
Basic net income (loss) per share | $ 0.21 | $ (0.03) | ||
Diluted net income (loss) per share | $ 0.21 | $ (0.03) | ||
Adjusted EPS | ||||
Net income (loss) attributable to Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. | $ 13,294 | $ (1,981) | ||
Non-GAAP | ||||
Add: | ||||
Loss on impairment of vessels | 358 | — | ||
Unrealized gain on derivative instruments | (6,606) | (184) | ||
Non-GAAP adjusted net income attributable to Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. | $ 7,046 | $ (2,164) | ||
Weighted average number of common shares - basic | 64,193,205 | 63,851,090 | ||
Weighted average number of common shares - diluted | 64,775,563 | 63,851,090 | ||
Adjusted EPS - basic | $ 0.11 | $ (0.03) | ||
Adjusted EPS - diluted | $ 0.11 | $ (0.03) | ||
Amounts presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements are expressed in thousands of |
INFORMATION ABOUT NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES. As used herein, "GAAP" refers to accounting principles generally accepted in
We use non-GAAP financial measures for internal financial and operational decision making purposes and as a means to evaluate period-to-period comparisons of the performance and results of operations of our core business. Our management believes that non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information regarding the performance of our core business by excluding charges that are not incurred in the normal course of business. Non-GAAP financial measures also facilitate management's internal planning and comparisons to our historical performance and liquidity. We believe certain non-GAAP financial measures are useful to investors as they allow for greater transparency with respect to key metrics used by management in its financial and operational decision making and are used by our institutional investors and the analyst community to help them analyze the performance and operational results of our core business.
Adjusted gross profit. Adjusted gross profit is defined as GAAP gross profit excluding transportation and service depreciation and amortization. Management believes this measure provides investors with additional insight into the operating performance of the Company's shipping operations by excluding non-cash depreciation expenses associated with the Company's vessels. Adjusted gross profit is not a measure recognized under
Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted EPS. Adjusted EBITDA represents net income (loss), determined in accordance with
Earnings per share represents net income divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding. Adjusted earnings per share represents net income attributable to Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd., adjusted when applicable for items such as vessel impairment charges, unrealized gains and losses on derivative instruments, gains or losses on vessel sale or sale and leaseback transactions, and certain non-recurring items, divided by the weighted average number of shares of common stock.
The table above provides a reconciliation of the non-GAAP financial measures presented herein to the most directly comparable financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP.
About Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd.
Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd. (NASDAQ: PANL) and its subsidiaries (collectively, "Pangaea" or the "Company") provides seaborne drybulk logistics and transportation services as well as terminal and stevedoring services. Pangaea utilizes its logistics expertise to service a broad base of industrial customers who require the transportation of a wide variety of drybulk cargoes, including grains, coal, iron ore, pig iron, hot briquetted iron, bauxite, alumina, cement clinker, dolomite and limestone. The Company addresses the logistics needs of its customers by undertaking a comprehensive set of services and activities, including cargo loading, cargo discharge, port and terminal operations, vessel chartering, voyage planning, and vessel technical management. Learn more at www.pangaeals.com.
Investor Relations Contacts
Gianni Del Signore | Stefan C. Neely | |
Chief Financial Officer | Vallum Advisors | |
401-846-7790 | ||
Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on our current expectations and beliefs and are subject to a number of risk factors and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. The Company disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise these statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, the strength of world economies and currencies, general market conditions, including fluctuations in charter rates and vessel values, changes in demand for dry bulk shipping capacity, changes in our operating expenses, including bunker prices, dry-docking and insurance costs, the market for our vessels, availability of financing and refinancing, charter counterparty performance, ability to obtain financing and comply with covenants in such financing arrangements, changes in governmental rules and regulations or actions taken by regulatory authorities, potential liability from pending or future litigation, general domestic and international political conditions, potential disruption of shipping routes due to accidents or political events, vessels breakdowns and instances of off-hires and other factors, as well as other risks that have been included in filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, all of which are available at www.sec.gov.
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