Pyxis Tankers Agrees to Sell Pyxis Karteria at an Expected $21.0 Million Gain $37.0 million sale price expected to generate a gain of approximately $2.05 per share and support fleet expansion and renewal
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Rhea-AI Summary
Pyxis Tankers (PXS) has agreed to sell its oldest vessel, Pyxis Karteria, to an unaffiliated buyer for $37.0 million. The company expects a one-time gain of approximately $21.0 million, or approximately $2.05 per share, based on approximately 10.2 million shares outstanding. The sale price compares with an estimated carrying value of approximately $15.6 million at delivery.
Delivery is expected between November 20 and December 20, 2026, with the estimated gain recognized in the fourth quarter of 2026. After repayment of approximately $10.7 million in vessel-secured debt and transaction expenses, expected net cash proceeds are approximately $25.9 million. Final gain and proceeds depend on completion timing and closing adjustments. Pyxis plans to seek younger vessels for fleet expansion and renewal. Including prior cash flows and refinancing proceeds, it expects total cash proceeds of approximately 6.3 times its initial equity investment.
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Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Major pointPyxis Karteria sale agreement sets a $37.0 million price with an unaffiliated buyer. 63% of market cap
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Expected one-time gain is approximately $21.0 million, or approximately $2.05 per share, in fourth-quarter 2026.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Expected net cash proceeds of approximately $25.9 million add capacity for fleet expansion and renewal.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Vessel-secured debt of approximately $10.7 million will be repaid from the transaction.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Expected total cash proceeds equal approximately 6.3 times initial equity, including prior cash flows after debt service and net refinancing proceeds.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Fleet renewal plans include seeking younger vessels meeting the company's risk-adjusted return requirements.
Negative
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.Final gain and cash proceeds remain dependent on completion timing and customary closing adjustments.
News Explained
The sale is agreed but not complete; after delivery of Pyxis Karteria, Pyxis Tankers says its fleet is expected to consist of five vessels, including two MR product tankers. Delivery is expected between
Key Figures
- Sale price
- $37.0 million
- Agreed sale of the Pyxis Karteria
- Expected one-time gain
- Approximately $21.0 million
- Expected from the vessel sale
- Expected gain per share
- Approximately $2.05 per share
- Based on approximately 10.2 million shares outstanding
- Expected net cash proceeds
- Approximately $25.9 million
- After repayment of vessel debt and transaction expenses
- Estimated carrying value
- Approximately $15.6 million
- At delivery
- Expected delivery window
- November 20 to December 20, 2026
- Subject to customary closing conditions
- Total cash proceeds multiple
- Approximately 6.3 times
- Includes cumulative cash flow after debt service, net refinancing proceeds, and expected sale proceeds; relative to initial equity investment
Key Terms
carrying value financial
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Maroussi, Greece – November 12, 2026 – Pyxis Tankers Inc. (Nasdaq Capital Market: PXS) (the “Company” or “Pyxis Tankers”), an international shipping company, today announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell the Pyxis Karteria, a 46,652 dwt MR product tanker built in 2013 at Hyundai Mipo, to an unaffiliated buyer for a sale price of
The sale of the Company’s oldest vessel is expected to generate a one-time gain of approximately
After repayment of approximately
Delivery to the buyer is expected between November 20 and December 20, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. The final gain and cash proceeds will depend on the timing of completion and customary closing adjustments.
The Company acquired the vessel in July 2021 for
Eddie Valentis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pyxis Tankers, commented:
“This sale allows us to capitalize on strong tanker asset values and realize a substantial gain on our oldest vessel. We believe the price is particularly attractive when considered against both current newbuilding costs, adjusted for the vessel’s age, and its earnings potential through the cycle. Our analysis of the vessel’s remaining cash flows, taking into account operating costs, future capital requirements and market risks, supports our view that the sale offers an attractive opportunity to realize value today.
“The transaction strengthens our capacity to expand and renew our fleet. We will seek opportunities to acquire younger vessels offering a more attractive relationship between purchase price and expected earnings. We will remain disciplined and selective, pursuing opportunities that meet our risk-adjusted return requirements. Our objective is to drive long-term growth in earnings and net asset value per share.”
About Pyxis Tankers Inc.
Pyxis Tankers Inc. currently owns a modern fleet of six mid-sized eco-vessels engaged in the seaborne transportation of refined petroleum products and dry-bulk commodities, consisting of three MR product tankers, one Kamsarmax bulk carrier and controlling interests in two dry-bulk joint ventures that own a sister-ship Kamsarmax and an Ultramax vessel. Following delivery of the Pyxis Karteria, the Company’s fleet will consist of five vessels, including two MR product tankers. The Company is positioned to opportunistically expand and renew its fleet of eco-efficient vessels due to its capital resources, competitive cost structure, strong customer relationships and experienced management team whose interests are aligned with shareholders.
Investor Presentation
An investor presentation with additional information on the transaction, including market context, valuation benchmarks, illustrative financial impact and hold-versus-sell return sensitivities, is available on the Company’s website at www.pyxistankers.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release and the related investor presentation include forward-looking statements intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 in order to encourage companies to provide prospective information about their business. Forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding the Company’s expectations, objectives, plans, strategies, future events or performance, vessel employment, market conditions, geopolitical developments, shipping market fundamentals and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including the satisfaction of closing conditions, delays in delivery, buyer performance, closing adjustments, changes in vessel values and charter rates, and the Company’s ability to identify and acquire vessels on acceptable terms. For more information about these and other risks and uncertainties, please refer to the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, including under the caption “Risk Factors” in its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made as of the date of this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law.
Company
Pyxis Tankers Inc.
59 K. Karamanli Street, Maroussi, 15125 Greece
Visit our website at https://www.pyxistankers.com
Company Contact
Fotis Giannakoulis
Chief Financial Officer
Tel: +1 917 291 7142 / +30 (210) 638 0200
Email: ir@pyxistankers.com
FAQ
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How much does Pyxis Tankers expect to gain from selling Pyxis Karteria?
Pyxis Tankers expects a one-time gain of approximately $21.0 million, or approximately $2.05 per share, based on approximately 10.2 million shares outstanding. The agreed sale price is $37.0 million, compared with an estimated carrying value of approximately $15.6 million at delivery.
When is Pyxis Tankers expected to deliver Pyxis Karteria to the buyer?
Delivery is expected between November 20 and December 20, 2026, subject to customary closing conditions. Pyxis expects to recognize the estimated gain in the fourth quarter of 2026. The final gain and cash proceeds will depend on completion timing and customary closing adjustments.
When did Pyxis Tankers buy Pyxis Karteria, and how much did it pay?
Pyxis Tankers acquired Pyxis Karteria in July 2021 for $20.0 million, when the vessel was approximately 8.3 years old.