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TOP Ships Inc (TOPS) operates a global fleet of tanker vessels specializing in crude oil, petroleum products, and bulk liquid chemical transportation through time charter agreements. This news hub provides investors and industry professionals with timely updates on corporate developments, operational milestones, and market positioning within the maritime logistics sector.
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TOP Ships Inc. has secured credit committee approval for financing up to 80% of the shipbuilding cost for the M/T Eco Oceano CA, a Suezmax tanker vessel currently under construction in South Korea. This financing will be executed via a sale and leaseback agreement with a major international financier. Once the customary legal documentation is finalized, the company’s remaining newbuilding program will be fully funded, signaling a significant step in their operational financing strategy.
TOP Ships Inc. announced on Jan. 28, 2022, that it received a notification from Nasdaq regarding its common stock, which has fallen below the $1.00 minimum bid price for 30 consecutive business days. The company has a 180-day grace period, until July 25, 2022, to regain compliance. To address this, TOP Ships is considering options, including a reverse stock split, to boost its stock price. Despite this issue, the company stated that its business operations remain unaffected. The stock will continue to be listed on Nasdaq during the grace period.
TOP Ships Inc. announced the delivery of the new Very Large Crude Carrier (VLCC) M/T Julius Caesar from Hyundai Heavy Industries. The vessel has begun a three-year charter with expected revenue of $68.8 million, contributing $12.5 million in 2022. The company will sell two MR product tankers, estimating $17.5 million in net proceeds for newbuilding programs. Additionally, secured financing of $54 million and an unsecured credit facility of up to $20 million have been arranged to support the construction of new vessels, including the M/T Eco Oceano CA.
TOP Ships Inc. reported its unaudited financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2021, showcasing total revenues of $25.3 million and net income of $1.7 million. The company achieved an Adjusted EBITDA of $14.3 million and total assets of $353.1 million. Significant developments included the sale of non-scrubber fitted vessels and expansion of its fleet with the addition of four high-specification tankers, enhancing fuel efficiency and emissions compliance. These new vessels are projected to boost performance in the second half of 2021.
TOP Ships Inc. has successfully sold its last non-scrubber fitted vessel, the MR product tanker Nord Valiant, for approximately $6.9 million in net cash proceeds before fees and expenses. This sale marks a significant step in the company's strategy to enhance its fleet's efficiency by focusing on modern, fuel-efficient "ECO" tanker vessels. Additionally, the related financing for the vessel has been fully prepaid, further improving the company's financial position.
TOP Ships Inc. announced that CFO Alexandros Tsirikos will present at the Future of Shipping Virtual Conference on June 29, 2021. This event, hosted by Maxim Group LLC and M-Vest, will include discussions by shipping industry experts on recent developments and trends in various shipping markets. The conference aims to address the evolving landscape of international trade and demand-supply dynamics in shipping sectors such as Dry Bulk and Tanker.
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TOP Ships Inc. has announced the delivery of the M/T Eco Malibu, a state-of-the-art 157,000 dwt Suezmax vessel, built at Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea. The vessel will begin a time charter with a major oil trader for three years, with options for two yearly extensions. This charter is expected to generate a revenue backlog of approximately $63.3 million, contributing around $7.8 million to the company's revenue in 2021 alone.
TOP Ships Inc. has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2020, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The report is accessible via the Company's website and the SEC's site. The filing reflects the Company's commitment to transparency for its shareholders. TOP Ships is recognized as an international owner and operator of modern, fuel-efficient ECO tanker vessels. Forward-looking statements are included, emphasizing uncertainty in projections and future performance.
TOP Ships Inc. has delivered a new Suezmax vessel, M/T Eco West Coast, from Hyundai Heavy Industries. The vessel will commence a three-year time charter with a major oil trader, generating an estimated revenue backlog of $63.3 million if all options are exercised. For 2021, it is projected to contribute $9.3 million in revenue. Additionally, two Suezmax vessels delivered in 2021 are expected to yield a further $126.6 million in revenue backlog. As of April 1, 2021, the projected revenue backlog for the fleet stands at approximately $255 million.
TOP Ships Inc. (Nasdaq: TOPS) announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement under the Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). This follows a notification from NASDAQ affirming the company's compliance status. TOPS, which focuses on operating modern, fuel-efficient ECO tanker vessels for crude oil and petroleum product transportation, is now back in good standing on the Nasdaq Capital Market. This marks a significant recovery for the company and enhances investor confidence moving forward.
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