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TOP Ships Inc. reports developments tied to its international fleet of modern, fuel-efficient ECO tanker vessels. The company owns and operates vessels used to transport crude oil, petroleum and energy products, and bulk liquid chemicals, with revenue centered on time charter agreements.
Recurring company news covers time charter amendments and extensions, vessel refinancing and sale-leaseback arrangements, fleet valuation and net asset value estimates, annual Form 20-F reporting, shareholder actions, governance approvals and capital-structure matters. Updates also address specific tanker classes in the fleet, including VLCC, Suezmax and MR product tanker vessels.
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.
TOP Ships Inc. (Nasdaq: TOPS) announced significant corporate actions aimed at enhancing stock stability. CEO Evangelos Pistiolis purchased 100,000 shares in the open market, signaling confidence in the company's value. Over the next 12 months, TOPS will avoid equity offerings, reverse stock splits, and executive bonuses, while entering a standstill agreement with Family Trading Inc. to prevent the conversion of preferred shares. The company will also implement a stock repurchase plan. These measures are designed to bolster shareholders' interests during a volatile trading period.
TOP Ships Inc. (NASDAQ: TOPS) announced a share repurchase program allowing the buyback of up to $5.1 million, approximately 10% of its market capitalization as of August 14, 2020. The program runs for three months, with potential extensions or increases by 10-15%. Additionally, as of August 17, 2020, the fleet includes ten 50,000 dwt product/chemical tankers and two 159,000 dwt suezmax tankers, with expected newbuild deliveries by mid-2021. The company’s net asset value is estimated at $180 million, equating to $4.52 per share.
TOP Ships Inc. (NASDAQ: TOPS) announced a 1-for-25 reverse stock split approved by shareholders, which will become effective on August 10, 2020. This action will reduce the total outstanding shares from approximately 995.8 million to 39.8 million, aimed at enhancing the stock's marketability and compliance requirements. The split won't alter the par value per share, nor the total number of authorized shares. Fractional shares will be compensated in cash. Shareholders will receive instructions from the exchange agent for exchanging existing certificates.
TOP Ships Inc. (NASDAQ: TOPS) has entered a placement agency agreement with Maxim Group LLC for a registered direct offering of 166,666,667 common shares at $0.12 each, aiming for gross proceeds of $20 million. The offering is expected to close around June 10, 2020. The net proceeds will primarily fund the acquisition of 50% interests in two ship-owning companies, alongside general corporate purposes. The offering is conducted under the previously filed shelf registration statement with the SEC, and additional details will be available in a forthcoming prospectus supplement.