Financial Performance - Revenue for Q3 2020 was $241 million[16], a significant increase compared to the year-to-date revenue of $5772 million in 2019[14] - Net income for Q3 2020 reached $462 million[16], a substantial turnaround from a loss of $419 million year-to-date in 2019[14] - Euronav's leverage stands at 358% of book value, with available liquidity of $12 billion[19] Fleet and Operations - VLCC average spot pool rate was $42000 per day in Q3 2020, compared to $25250 in Q3 2019[8] - Suezmax average spot rate was $23500 per day in Q3 2020, versus $17250 in Q3 2019[8] - The company extended an FSO contract by 10 years to 2032, projecting $645 million in additional revenue for the joint venture[11, 34] Capital Allocation - The company declared a Q3 dividend of USD 9c per share and executed a share buyback of $185 million[11] - Year-to-date dividend yield reached 21%, with $157 per share distributed[13] - Euronav has $236 million in outstanding capex, primarily financed by bank loans, with VLCC deliveries expected in Q1 2021[13] Market Outlook - Approximately 50% of Q4 VLCC days are fixed at around $225k per day, and 45% of Suezmax days are fixed at about $115k per day[11] - The tanker market remains in a transition phase, influenced by COVID-19 restrictions, OPEC+ supply cuts, and vessel supply[35, 36] - Recycling trends indicate that when VLCC rates fall below P&L breakeven, approximately 5% of the fleet is typically recycled[22]

Financial Performance in Q4 2020 - VLCC average spot rate in TI pool decreased to $20,500 per day, a significant drop compared to $61,700 in Q4 2019[8] - VLCC average time charter rate increased to $44,700 per day from $35,700 in Q4 2019[8] - Suezmax average spot rate decreased to $12,500 per day from $41,500 in Q4 2019[8] - Suezmax average time charter rate remained relatively stable at $29,500 per day compared to $29,300 in Q4 2019[8] - Revenues were $138 million[13] - EBITDA was $36 million[13] - Net income was -$58.7 million[13] - VLCC cash breakeven was $18,000 per day[13] - Suezmax cash breakeven was $16,000 per day[13] Strategic Initiatives and Capital Allocation - The company extended FSO contracts for another 10 years, until 2032[11] - A fixed cash dividend of USD 0.03 per share was declared, in line with the distribution policy[11] - An additional $50 million share repurchase program was initiated[11] - $119.5 million was returned via share buybacks in FY2020[12] - Since 2018, Euronav has returned $146 million via buybacks, plus an additional $50 million[17] Market Outlook and Factors - Q1 2021 outlook: approximately 46% of VLCC days were fixed at around $16,400 per day, and 54% of Suezmax days were fixed at around $9,200 per day[11] - The company noted sustained pressure on freight rates due to reduced demand, OPEC cuts, and an oversupply of vessels[11] - The company highlighted that 62 VLCCs will require special surveys during 2021, potentially creating conducive conditions for recycling older tonnage[21] - Recycle value for VLCC is greater than $18 million[21] - The IEA global oil demand forecast indicates that recovery to 2019 peak levels of consumption is deferred to Q3 2022[22] - Leverage is at 37.3% of book value[16, 26]

Financial Performance - Revenue decreased significantly from $416.7 million in Q1 2020 to $113.4 million in Q1 2021[12] - The company reported a net loss of $71 million in Q1 2021, compared to a profit of $225.6 million in Q1 2020[12] - Euronav's leverage to book value is at 41.8%[14] - The company maintains access to liquidity greater than $1 billion[14] Operational Highlights - VLCC average spot rate in TI pool decreased from $61,700 per day in Q1 2020 to $14,000 per day in Q1 2021[8] - Suezmax average spot rate decreased from $41,500 per day in Q1 2020 to $11,500 per day in Q1 2021[8] - For Q2 so far, 48% of VLCC capacity is fixed at around $10,000 per day[11] - For Q2 so far, 41% of Suezmax capacity is fixed at around $10,500 per day[11] - The company completed 8 dry dockings in Q1 and another 8 in Q2, with 11 more planned for the second half of 2021[15] Strategic Initiatives - Euronav is diversifying financing with new sustainability funding, including a $60 million unsecured facility and an €80 million unsecured sustainability-linked facility[20] - The company is recycling older tonnage into new builds, involving 6 VLCCs and 3 Suezmax vessels with an average age of 13.7 years[22] - Euronav is focused on reducing emissions and meeting financial and strategic goals[21, 22] Market Outlook - The tanker market is awaiting recovery, influenced by demand and supply of oil, ton miles, and vessel supply[34, 35] - "Illicit" trade is potentially preventing recycling, with 8% of the VLCC fleet and 5% of the Suezmax fleet involved[27]

Group 1 - CMB.TECH has identified a bank syndicate to refinance all or parts of the outstanding debt in Golden Ocean Group Limited [1] - A $2,000 million facilities agreement has been signed, which includes a term loan facility of up to $1,250 million and a revolving credit facility of up to $750 million [2] - The term loan facility is expected to be drawn during the second and third quarters of 2025 [3] Group 2 - The facilities agreement will become available following the completion of the planned merger between Golden Ocean and CMB.TECH, expected in Q3 2025 [2] - Golden Ocean acts as the borrower while CMB.TECH serves as the parent guarantor [2]

Core Viewpoint - CMB.TECH NV and Golden Ocean Group Limited have announced a stock-for-stock merger agreement, aiming to create one of the largest diversified maritime groups globally with a combined fleet of approximately 250 vessels [1][3]. Merger Structure - The merger involves Golden Ocean merging into CMB.TECH Bermuda Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CMB.TECH, with CMB.TECH Bermuda as the surviving entity [2]. - Each outstanding common share of Golden Ocean will be exchanged for 0.95 ordinary shares of CMB.TECH, subject to customary adjustments [2]. - CMB.TECH is expected to issue approximately 95,952,934 new ordinary shares as part of the merger [2]. Ownership Distribution - Post-merger, CMB.TECH shareholders will own approximately 70% of the total issued share capital, while Golden Ocean shareholders will own about 30% [4]. Approval and Fairness Opinion - The merger agreement has received unanimous approval from both companies' boards, with Golden Ocean's Transaction Committee obtaining a fairness opinion confirming the exchange ratio's fairness [5]. Conditions for Completion - The merger is subject to customary conditions, including regulatory approvals and shareholder approval from Golden Ocean [6]. - CMB.TECH plans to file a registration statement with the SEC and aims to complete the merger in the third quarter of 2025 [6][8]. Listing and Delisting - Following the merger, Golden Ocean will delist from Nasdaq and Euronext Oslo Børs, while CMB.TECH will continue to be listed on NYSE and Euronext Brussels [7].

Core Viewpoint - CMB.TECH NV has successfully held its General Meeting of Shareholders, where the annual accounts for the year ended December 31, 2024, were approved along with other resolutions proposed by the Supervisory Board [1] Group 1: Shareholder Meeting Outcomes - The General Meeting reappointed independent director Julie De Nul to the Supervisory Board [1] - The resignation of Mr. Patrick Molis as an independent member of the Supervisory Board was approved, and Compagnie Nationale de Navigation S.A.S., represented by Mr. Patrick Molis, was appointed as an independent member [1] Group 2: Company Overview - CMB.TECH is a diversified maritime group operating over 160 seagoing vessels, including crude oil tankers, dry bulk vessels, container ships, chemical tankers, offshore wind vessels, tugboats, and ferries [2] - The company also provides hydrogen and ammonia fuel to customers through its own production or third-party producers [2] - CMB.TECH is headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium, with offices across Europe, Asia, and Africa, and is listed on Euronext Brussels and the NYSE under the ticker symbol CMBT [3]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a profit of approximately $40 million for Q1 2025, but excluding capital gains, the net income would have been a loss of $6 million [3] - Liquidity at the end of March was $345 million, with a contract backlog nearing $3 billion, having added roughly $1 billion in the first quarter [4] - Capital expenditures (CapEx) remained at $2.2 billion, with equity on total assets at 31.9% [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the tanker segment, average earnings were $40,000 per day in Q1, increasing to approximately $43,000 per day in Q2 [7] - The bulkers experienced weaker performance in Q1, with Newcastlemaxes earning $18,000 per day, but improving to $24,000 in Q2 [8] - Chemical tankers are primarily under long-term contracts, with earnings on the spot market around $20,000 per day [28] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The tanker market is expected to remain positive due to a flat growth forecast in ton miles for crude oil and a historically low order book [22] - The dry bulk market is anticipated to improve in the second half of the year, with positive trends in iron ore trade from Brazil [36] - The container market is cautious due to tariffs and geopolitical issues, with a high order book of around 30% [27] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The proposed merger with Golden Ocean aims to create a leading diversified maritime group, increasing the fleet to 250 vessels and enhancing the contract backlog [10] - The company is focusing on diversification and decarbonization, with significant contracts signed for ammonia-powered vessels [5] - The strategy includes a strong emphasis on decarbonization, aligning with regulatory changes such as MEPC 83 [14] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the tanker and dry bulk markets despite current challenges, citing an aging fleet and low order book as positive indicators [30][24] - The company is confident that the merger with Golden Ocean will enhance financial stability and support ongoing investments in hydrogen and ammonia projects [82] - Management highlighted the importance of modern, efficient vessels to outperform competitors in a commoditized market [90] Other Important Information - The company decided not to declare a dividend for Q1 2025, focusing on growth and investment opportunities [6] - The fleet currently consists of 113 vessels, with plans to grow to approximately 150 vessels by the end of 2026 [6] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the ammonia solution and the status of your ammonia-powered ships? - Management highlighted the positive outlook for ammonia as a fuel choice, with ongoing discussions for retrofitting existing vessels and new builds [52][54] Question: Is the pro forma free cash flow including debt repayments? - Yes, it includes debt repayments and indicates a strong cash flow generation even in bearish scenarios [57][58] Question: What are the plans to improve revenue in the dry bulk sector? - The company is focusing on building modern vessels and leveraging the scale from the Golden Ocean merger to enhance revenue opportunities [91][92] Question: Why was no dividend declared despite industry peers paying dividends? - The company has a discretionary dividend policy, prioritizing growth and investment opportunities over immediate dividend payouts [95][96]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, the company reported a profit of approximately $40 million, but excluding capital gains, the net income would have been a loss of $6 million [3] - The liquidity position stood at $345 million, with a contract backlog of nearly $3 billion, having added approximately $1 billion in the first quarter [4] - Capital expenditures (CapEx) remained at $2.2 billion, and equity on total assets was 31.9% at the end of the quarter [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the tanker segment, average earnings were $40,000 per day in Q1, with an increase to approximately $43,000 per day in Q2 to date [7] - The bulkers experienced weaker performance in Q1, with Newcastlemax vessels earning $18,000 per day, which improved to $24,000 in Q2 [7] - The container and chemical tankers are primarily on long-term contracts, which are fixed at favorable rates, with an uptick in earnings for CTVs in the offshore wind markets [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The tanker market is expected to remain positive due to a flat growth forecast for crude oil ton miles and a historically low order book [22] - The dry bulk market is anticipated to improve, particularly for Capesizes, as ton mile demand is expected to increase [24] - The container market is cautious due to high order books and recent tariff changes, with 8% of TEU miles affected by tariffs [26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on diversification and decarbonization, highlighted by the acquisition of ammonia-powered vessels and long-term contracts with major clients [5] - The proposed merger with Golden Ocean aims to create a leading diversified maritime group, expanding the fleet to 250 vessels and enhancing the contract backlog [10] - The company is committed to decarbonization, aligning with regulations such as MEPC 83, which emphasizes fuel intensity and the use of low-carbon fuels [14][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the tanker market due to an aging fleet and low order book, despite a slight decrease in oil demand growth expectations [30] - The dry bulk market is expected to strengthen in the second half of the year, with positive indicators for iron ore trade and a low order book [40] - The company believes that the merger with Golden Ocean will enhance its financial position and support ongoing investments in hydrogen and ammonia infrastructure projects [83] Other Important Information - The company decided not to declare a dividend for Q1 2025, focusing instead on growth and investment opportunities [6] - The fleet currently consists of 113 vessels, with plans to grow to approximately 150 vessels by the end of 2026 [6] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss your ammonia solution and the status of your ammonia-powered ships? - Management highlighted the positive outlook for ammonia as a fuel choice, with ongoing discussions about retrofitting existing vessels and the delivery of new ammonia-powered ships expected soon [54][55] Question: Is the pro forma free cash flow including debt repayments? - Yes, it includes debt repayments, and even in a bearish scenario, the company expects to generate excess cash flow to cover CapEx commitments [58][59] Question: What are the plans to improve revenue in the dry bulk sector? - Management emphasized the importance of building efficient vessels and leveraging the merger with Golden Ocean to enhance revenue opportunities in the dry bulk market [92][93] Question: Will the merger with Golden Ocean affect funding for hydrogen and ammonia projects? - Management clarified that the merger will enhance the company's balance sheet and liquidity, facilitating continued investments in hydrogen and ammonia infrastructure [83]

Financial Performance & Highlights - Adjusted EBITDA for Q1 2025 was USD 111.9 million[11] - Adjusted Net Income for Q1 2025 was USD 40.4 million[11,14] - Net Income for Q1 2025 was USD -6.1 million[11] - Contract backlog increased by USD 921 million to USD 2.94 billion[11,15] - Liquidity stands at USD 345.1 million (excluding commercial paper)[11] - Equity on Total Assets is 31.9%[11] Strategic Initiatives - A term sheet has been signed for a proposed merger between CMB.TECH and Golden Ocean[15] - CMB.TECH increased its contract backlog by USD 921 million, reaching a total of USD 2.94 billion[15] - The company sold three VLCCs in Q1 2025, generating a capital gain of approximately USD 96.7 million expected in Q2 and Q3 2025[15] - Previously announced sales generated a capital gain of USD 46.25 million[15] Marine Division Market Update - Tankers: Positive outlook with tonne-mile crude oil demand increasing by 0.1% in 2025 and 0.6% in 2026[46] - Dry-Bulk: Positive outlook with China real GDP growth (including de-escalated tariff effect) increasing by 4.6% in 2025 and 3.8% in 2026[46]

Financial Highlights - CMB.TECH reported a net gain of USD 40.4 million or USD 0.21 per share for Q1 2025, a significant decrease from USD 495.2 million or USD 2.46 per share in Q1 2024 [3][6] - EBITDA for Q1 2025 was USD 158.4 million, down from USD 550.5 million in Q1 2024 [3][9] - Revenue for Q1 2025 was USD 235.0 million, slightly down from USD 240.4 million in Q1 2024 [5][61] Corporate Highlights - CMB.TECH acquired Hemen's stake in Golden Ocean, representing approximately 40.8% of Golden Ocean's outstanding shares, for USD 14.49 per share [4][11] - A term sheet for a stock-for-stock merger with Golden Ocean has been signed, which, if approved, would create a combined fleet of over 250 vessels [4][15] - The company added nearly USD 1 billion to its contract backlog, bringing the total to USD 2.94 billion [6][4] Fleet Highlights - CMB.TECH sold three older vessels as part of its fleet rejuvenation strategy, generating a total capital gain of approximately USD 96.7 million [6][23] - Five newbuilding vessels were delivered during the quarter, including the Newcastlemax Mineral Portugal and others [6][25] - CMB.TECH signed agreements for nine ammonia-powered vessels with MOL, marking a significant step towards low-carbon shipping [20][21]