Company Description
EuroDry Ltd. (NASDAQ: EDRY) is an owner and operator of drybulk vessels and a provider of seaborne transportation for drybulk cargoes. The company operates in the dry cargo, drybulk shipping market and focuses on transporting bulk commodities across ocean routes using a fleet of drybulk carriers. According to its public disclosures, EuroDry Ltd. was formed on January 8, 2018 under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands to consolidate the drybulk fleet of Euroseas Ltd. into a separate listed public company, and it was spun off from Euroseas Ltd. on May 30, 2018. EuroDry’s common shares trade on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker symbol EDRY.
Business model and operations
EuroDry Ltd. describes itself as an owner and operator of drybulk vessels and a provider of seaborne transportation for drybulk cargoes. Its business is centered on owning drybulk carriers and employing them in the international dry cargo market. The company’s disclosures state that EuroDry employs its vessels on spot and period charters and, in some cases, under pool agreements. This means its ships can be fixed on shorter-term or longer-term time charters, or participate in pools where earnings are shared among participating vessels.
EuroDry’s operations are managed by affiliated ship management companies. The company reports that its fleet is commercially and technically managed by Eurobulk Ltd., an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified affiliated ship management company, and by Eurobulk (Far East) Ltd. Inc. These affiliated managers are responsible for the day-to-day commercial and technical management and operations of the vessels, including chartering arrangements and technical ship management.
Fleet composition and drybulk focus
EuroDry operates exclusively in the drybulk shipping segment. Its public announcements describe a fleet composed of Kamsarmax, Panamax, Ultramax and Supramax drybulk carriers. After the sale of the M/V Eirini P., EuroDry reports that it will have a fleet of 11 vessels, including 2 Kamsarmax drybulk carriers, 3 Panamax drybulk carriers, 5 Ultramax drybulk carriers, and 1 Supramax drybulk carrier, with a total cargo capacity of 766,420 deadweight tons (dwt). On a fully delivered basis, taking into account vessels under construction, the company states that its fleet is expected to increase to 13 drybulk ships with a total cargo capacity of about 893,420 dwt.
In earlier disclosures in 2025, EuroDry also reported operating a fleet of 12 drybulk carriers, including 4 Panamax, 5 Ultramax, 2 Kamsarmax and 1 Supramax drybulk carrier, with a total cargo capacity of 843,402 dwt, and noted that after the delivery of two Ultramax vessels in 2027, its fleet would consist of 14 vessels with a total carrying capacity of 970,402 dwt. Subsequent announcements regarding vessel sales and updated fleet profiles provide more recent fleet counts and capacities, which are reflected in the later figures.
Cargoes and segment focus
EuroDry operates in the dry cargo, drybulk shipping market. In addition, a general description of the company notes that it owns and operates dry bulk carriers that transport bulk such as iron ore, coal, and grains, and minor bulks such as bauxite, phosphate, and fertilizers. The company reports that it operates under one operating and one reportable segment, that of operating drybulk vessels. This single-segment focus aligns with its stated strategy of consolidating and managing a drybulk fleet.
Corporate structure and listing history
EuroDry Ltd. was formed on January 8, 2018 under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands. The company’s disclosures explain that it was created to consolidate the drybulk fleet of Euroseas Ltd. into a separate listed public company. EuroDry was spun off from Euroseas Ltd. on May 30, 2018, and since that time has traded on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker EDRY. The company files reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a foreign private issuer, typically using Form 20-F for annual reports and Form 6-K for current reports.
Management of operations
EuroDry emphasizes that its operations are managed by Eurobulk Ltd. and Eurobulk (Far East) Ltd. Inc., which are affiliated ship management companies. Eurobulk Ltd. is described as ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified, indicating that it follows documented quality management and environmental management standards. These affiliated managers are responsible for the day-to-day commercial and technical management and operations of EuroDry’s vessels, including chartering, maintenance, crewing and compliance activities as described in the company’s public communications.
Chartering approach
In its press releases and SEC filings, EuroDry notes that it employs its vessels on spot and period charters and under pool agreements. The company also comments on its chartering strategy, indicating that it has kept its vessels on short-term charters when rates were low and at non-profitable levels, and that it may consider entering into year-long charters or using forward freight agreements (FFAs) for a portion of its fleet when market conditions improve. These statements highlight the company’s focus on managing charter exposure within the drybulk market.
Fleet renewal and newbuildings
EuroDry’s disclosures describe ongoing fleet renewal and expansion activities. The company has reported signing contracts with Nantong Xiangyu Shipbuilding for the construction of two 63,500 dwt Ultramax bulk carriers, which are described as geared, eco, and built to EEDI phase 3 design standard, with deliveries scheduled during the second and third quarters of 2027. EuroDry also reports having two Ultramax vessels under construction, identified as Hull No. XY164 (M/V "Aristeidis") and Hull No. XY166 (M/V "Troboni"), and has disclosed related financing arrangements for these newbuildings.
In addition, EuroDry has announced vessel sales as part of its fleet renewal program. For example, the company signed an agreement to sell M/V Tasos, a 75,100 dwt drybulk vessel built in 2000, for demolition, and later reported the sale and related gain. It also signed and completed the sale of M/V Eirini P., a 76,466 dwt drybulk vessel built in 2004, to an unaffiliated third party. The company has stated that the sale of older vessels is part of its fleet renewal program and that proceeds from such sales can strengthen its balance sheet and liquidity.
Geographic and regulatory context
EuroDry is incorporated in the Republic of the Marshall Islands and has disclosed principal executive offices in Maroussi, Greece. The company’s press releases are often datelined Athens, Greece, reflecting its operational and management base. As a NASDAQ-listed foreign issuer, EuroDry is subject to U.S. securities regulation and files periodic and current reports with the SEC, including Form 20-F annual reports and Form 6-K current reports that incorporate press releases and financial information by reference.
Financial reporting and segment information
EuroDry reports its financial results in U.S. dollars and provides detailed information on time charter revenue, voyage expenses, vessel operating expenses, drydocking expenses, related party management fees, vessel depreciation, general and administrative expenses, and gains or losses on vessel sales. The company also discloses adjusted metrics such as Adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net loss attributable to controlling shareholders, while noting that these are non-GAAP measures and providing reconciliations in its press releases and filings. The company’s filings confirm that it operates under one operating and reportable segment focused on drybulk vessels.
Position within the transportation and warehousing sector
Within the broader transportation and warehousing sector, EuroDry is classified in the deep sea freight transportation industry. Its activities are concentrated on ocean-going transportation of drybulk cargoes using a fleet of drybulk carriers. The company’s disclosures emphasize its role in the dry cargo, drybulk shipping market rather than in other shipping segments.
FAQs about EuroDry Ltd. (EDRY)
- What does EuroDry Ltd. do?
EuroDry Ltd. is an owner and operator of drybulk vessels and a provider of seaborne transportation for drybulk cargoes. It operates in the dry cargo, drybulk shipping market and focuses on operating drybulk vessels as its single reportable segment. - When was EuroDry Ltd. formed and how did it originate?
EuroDry Ltd. was formed on January 8, 2018 under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands to consolidate the drybulk fleet of Euroseas Ltd. into a separate listed public company. It was spun off from Euroseas Ltd. on May 30, 2018. - On which exchange does EuroDry Ltd. trade and under what ticker?
EuroDry’s common shares trade on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the ticker symbol EDRY, as stated in the company’s press releases and SEC filings. - What types of vessels are in EuroDry’s fleet?
EuroDry reports that its fleet consists of Kamsarmax, Panamax, Ultramax and Supramax drybulk carriers. After the sale of M/V Eirini P., the company states that it will have 11 vessels: 2 Kamsarmax, 3 Panamax, 5 Ultramax and 1 Supramax drybulk carrier. - How large is EuroDry’s fleet in terms of cargo capacity?
Following the sale of M/V Eirini P., EuroDry reports that its 11 drybulk carriers have a total cargo capacity of 766,420 dwt. On a fully delivered basis, including two Ultramax vessels under construction, the company expects its fleet to increase to 13 drybulk ships with a total cargo capacity of about 893,420 dwt. - How are EuroDry’s vessels employed?
According to the company, EuroDry employs its vessels on spot and period charters and, in some disclosures, under pool agreements. This reflects a mix of chartering arrangements in the drybulk market. - Who manages EuroDry’s fleet operations?
EuroDry states that its operations are managed by Eurobulk Ltd., an ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 certified affiliated ship management company, and by Eurobulk (Far East) Ltd. Inc. These affiliated companies are responsible for the day-to-day commercial and technical management and operations of the vessels. - What is EuroDry’s approach to fleet renewal?
The company has disclosed a fleet renewal program that includes selling older vessels, such as M/V Tasos and M/V Eirini P., and ordering new Ultramax bulk carriers. It has signed contracts for two 63,500 dwt Ultramax newbuildings and has reported that these vessels are scheduled for delivery in 2027. - In which jurisdiction is EuroDry incorporated?
EuroDry Ltd. is incorporated under the laws of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, as stated in its public filings and press releases. - What industry classification applies to EuroDry?
EuroDry operates in the deep sea freight transportation industry within the transportation and warehousing sector, focusing on dry cargo, drybulk shipping.