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Semiramis Paliou and Affiliates Report Majority Stake in OceanPal

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Amendment No. 39 to a Schedule 13D for OceanPal Inc. reports that Semiramis Paliou and related entities now beneficially own a majority of the company's common stock. The Reporting Persons — Paliou, Tuscany Shipping Corp. and 4 Sweet Dreams S.A. — may be deemed to beneficially own 7,730,036 shares, representing 52.26% of OceanPal's 6,696,039 issued and outstanding shares as of September 3, 2025. Tuscany holds Series D Preferred convertible into 4,792,579 shares (41.72%), and 4 Sweet Dreams holds Series D and Series C preferred convertible into 2,537,457 shares (27.48% combined). Ownership is subject to conversion restrictions that limit conversions to prevent ownership above 49% in certain circumstances. Paliou is Chairperson and a director and may influence corporate actions; the holdings were acquired via equity awards, distributions and purchases for investment purposes.

Positive

  • Majority reported beneficial ownership: Reporting Persons indicate beneficial ownership of 52.26% of outstanding common shares, a material control position.
  • Board leadership: Semiramis Paliou serves as Chairperson and director, aligning governance influence with the disclosed ownership.
  • Acquisitions funded: Series D preferred were acquired via distributions and a purchase agreement, demonstrating deliberate accumulation through multiple mechanisms.

Negative

  • Conversion restrictions: Statements of designation for Series C and D limit conversions that would result in >49% ownership, creating uncertainty around exercisable control despite reported beneficial ownership.
  • Concentrated ownership risks: Majority stake concentrated in a single individual and affiliated entities may raise minority shareholder governance concerns.
  • Ambiguity in voting power: Reported beneficial ownership and shared voting power may not translate into unfettered voting control due to contractual caps and conversion conditions.

Insights

Majority stake via convertible preferred stock gives controlling influence but conversion caps create ambiguity around full control.

The filing shows Paliou and affiliated entities collectively report beneficial ownership of 52.26% of outstanding common shares through convertible Series C and D preferred stock and direct holdings. This concentration of voting power is material for governance and strategic decisions because Paliou is Chairperson and a director. However, the Statements of Designation include conversion restrictions that prevent conversion to the extent it would push ownership above 49% in certain conditions, which creates practical limits on immediate conversion and may affect the exercisable voting/control profile. Investors should note the dual nature of control: strong economic stake and potential voting leverage, tempered by contractual conversion caps.

Holding structure signals ability to influence strategic transactions and board actions, increasing likelihood of coordinated initiatives.

The Reporting Persons disclose acquisitions via equity awards, distributions related to Diana Shipping's conversion events, and a share purchase agreement dated October 15, 2024. With reported shared voting power of 7,330,036 shares and Paliou serving as Chairperson, these positions enable participation in or recommendation of corporate alternatives to enhance shareholder value. The presence of Series E preferred with super-voting features (up to 25,000 votes per share subject to a 15% cap) further complicates the governance landscape should Series E rights become operative. This ownership profile is materially impactful for potential M&A, restructurings or other significant corporate actions.






If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).






SCHEDULE 13D






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SCHEDULE 13D


Semiramis Paliou
Signature:/s/ Semiramis Paliou
Name/Title:Semiramis Paliou
Date:09/04/2025
Tuscany Shipping Corp.
Signature:/s/ Semiramis Paliou
Name/Title:Semiramis Paliou, Authorized Representative
Date:09/04/2025
4 Sweet Dreams S.A.
Signature:/s/ Semiramis Paliou
Name/Title:Semiramis Paliou, Authorized Representative
Date:09/04/2025

FAQ

How much of OceanPal (OP) do the Reporting Persons claim to beneficially own?

The Reporting Persons report beneficial ownership of 7,730,036 shares, representing 52.26% of OceanPal's 6,696,039 outstanding shares as of September 3, 2025.

What securities convey the reported ownership interest in OceanPal?

The position is held primarily through convertible Series D and Series C preferred stock (and Series E holdings for Paliou), which are convertible into common shares subject to Statements of Designation and conversion caps.

Does Semiramis Paliou hold any board or leadership roles at OceanPal?

Yes. Semiramis Paliou is reported as a director and Chairperson of the Board and of the Executive Committee.

Are there contractual limits on converting preferred shares into common shares?

Yes. The Series C and Series D Statements of Designation include conversion restrictions preventing conversion to the extent that conversion would result in beneficial ownership exceeding 49%.

How were the Series D preferred shares acquired by the Reporting Persons?

Series D preferred were obtained through distributions related to Diana Shipping's conversions and by purchase pursuant to a Share Purchase Agreement dated October 15, 2024.
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