Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of $194 million for the quarter, with an EBITDA equivalent cash flow of $112 million [5][24] - The EBITDA equivalent over the last twelve months was $526 million [5] - The net profit for the second quarter was approximately SEK 1.5 million or $0.01 per share, compared to a net loss of approximately SEK 32 million or $0.02 per share in the previous quarter [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The container vessel segment generated approximately $2 million in revenue, while the car carrier fleet generated approximately NOK 26 million, slightly up from the last quarter [21][22] - The tanker fleet's gross charter hire decreased to approximately NOK 41 million from NOK 45 million in the previous quarter due to scheduled dry dockings [22] - The overall utilization across the shipping fleet was 98.1%, with an adjusted utilization of 99.9% [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The charter backlog currently stands at $4.2 billion, with two-thirds of this backlog from customers with investment-grade ratings [10][29] - The company has a diversified fleet consisting of 60 maritime assets, including 30 containerships, 16 large tankers, and two drilling rigs [12] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on strengthening its charter backlog by securing agreements with strong counterparties and investing in cargo handling and fuel efficiency upgrades [6][10] - The company has divested older, less efficient vessels and is committed to fleet renewal and new technology, with 11 vessels now capable of operating on LNG fuel [7][12] - The company aims to enhance its fleet to position itself for organic growth and comply with strict regulatory demands aimed at reducing shipping emissions [13][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about finding new employment for the idle drilling rig Hercules, despite current market volatility and oil price fluctuations [8][9] - The decision to adjust the dividend to $0.20 per share was made to ensure that distributions are not subsidized by idle assets, particularly the Hercules rig [10][36] - The company has a strong liquidity position, including undrawn credit lines and unencumbered vessels, which will enable continued investment in new assets [11][27] Other Important Information - The company has returned nearly $2.9 billion to shareholders over 86 consecutive quarters [10] - The average age of the vessels sold was about 18 years, reducing the fleet average by about two years [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: What’s the status with the lawsuit with Seadrill? - The company is involved in two lawsuits, with the larger one regarding the redelivery of the Hercules scheduled for 2026, and a guarantee for an adjustment amounting to approximately $45 million to $50 million has been received from Seadrill [30] Question: Can you walk us through your thought process on the decision to lower the dividend? - Management acknowledged disappointment regarding the dividend adjustment, attributing it to the idle status of the Hercules rig and the need to ensure that distributions are not subsidized by non-operational assets [34][36] Question: What are the expected costs for dry docking in the second half of the year? - Management expects dry docking costs to be significantly lower in Q3 and Q4 compared to Q2, with estimates around $3 million to $3.5 million for Q3 and $1 million to $2 million for Q4 [42][44] Question: How is the company viewing opportunities for potential acquisitions? - The company continues to look for acquisition opportunities, although the market has been slower due to general uncertainty. They have significant investment capacity following recent divestitures [46][47] Question: What should be expected for the organic EBITDA contribution from the energy side? - The energy segment is expected to have a negative drag going forward, but the shipping fleet is generating solid contributions and cash flow [50][54]

Financial Highlights - The company announced a dividend of $0.20 per share[5, 26], marking the 86th consecutive quarterly dividend[5] - The company reported a net income of $1 million, with earnings per share of $0.01[5] - The company's adjusted EBITDA was $112 million[5, 16] - The company's gross revenue reached $194 million[5, 16], which includes charter hire from all vessels and rigs[6] Contracted Revenue and Backlog - The company's fixed revenue backlog stands at $4.2 billion[5, 8, 26], with over two-thirds contracted to investment grade counterparties[5, 8] - The company extended three container vessels with Maersk for five years, adding approximately $225 million to the fixed backlog[5] - 71% of the company's contracted revenue is from container vessels[8] Operational Performance - The company's fleet utilization remains strong, with container vessels, car carriers, tanker vessels, and dry bulk vessels all reporting utilization rates at or near 100%[13] - The company's cash and cash equivalents at quarter end was $156 million[24, 26] Portfolio Composition - The company's portfolio includes 30 container vessels, 18 tanker vessels, 7 car carriers, 3 dry bulk vessels, and 2 energy assets[8] - The company's contracted revenue is diversified across various sectors, with container vessels accounting for 71%, tanker vessels for 11%, car carriers for 11%, and energy for 7%[8] Client Base - The company has a strong portfolio of industry-leading clients, including a world-leading chemical logistics company (29% of contracted revenue), a publicly listed investment grade shipping company (21% of contracted revenue), and other major players in the container shipping, energy, and automotive industries[11]

Core Insights - The company is set to present its preliminary second quarter results on August 19, 2025 [1] Group 1 - The presentation of the second quarter results is enclosed in the provided link [1] - The attachment includes the detailed results presentation for the second quarter of 2025 [2]

Core Viewpoint - SFL Corporation Ltd. announced preliminary financial results for Q2 2025, reporting a net income of $1.5 million and a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, reflecting ongoing efforts to strengthen its charter backlog and improve operational efficiency [1][4][5]. Financial Performance - The company reported a net income of $1.5 million, equating to $0.01 per share for the second quarter [7]. - Charter hire received in the quarter totaled $194 million, with approximately 87% from shipping and 13% from energy [7]. - Adjusted EBITDA from consolidated subsidiaries was $104 million, with $97 million from shipping and $7 million from energy, plus an additional $8 million from associated vessel owning companies [7]. Strategic Actions - SFL has taken decisive steps to enhance its charter backlog by securing agreements with strong counterparties and investing in cargo-handling and fuel-efficiency upgrades [3]. - The company has divested older, less efficient vessels, which has improved the operational and fuel consumption efficiency of its fleet [3]. - A five-year time charter extension for three 9,500 TEU container vessels with Maersk is expected to add approximately $225 million to the backlog from 2026 through 2031 [7]. Dividend Information - The Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.20 per share, to be paid on or around September 29, 2025, with a record date of September 12, 2025 [5][6]. - Since its inception in 2004, SFL has distributed a total of $2.9 billion to shareholders through 86 consecutive quarterly cash dividends [5]. Market Conditions - The market for the legacy drilling rig Hercules remains challenging due to recent market uncertainty and oil price volatility, which has delayed new employment opportunities [4]. - The company is optimistic about finding new employment for the rig while exploring strategic opportunities [4].

SFL Corporation Ltd. ("SFL" or the “Company”) (NYSE: SFL) plans to release its preliminary financial results for the second quarter of 2025 on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. SFL plans to host a conference call and webcast for all stakeholders and interested parties on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM (EST) / 4:00 PM (CET). Relevant material will on the same day be available from the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website at www.sflcorp.com. In order to listen to the conference call and presenta ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 6-K REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13A-16 OR 15D-16 UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the month of May 2025 Commission File Number: 001-32199 SFL Corporation Ltd. This report on Form 6-K is hereby incorporated by reference into the Company's Registration Statement on Form F-3ASR (Registration No. 333-271504) filed with the SEC on April 28, 2023. SFL CORPORATION LTD. REPORT ON FORM 6-K FOR THE THREE MO ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of $193 million for the quarter, with an EBITDA equivalent cash flow of $116 million. The EBITDA equivalent over the last twelve months was $545 million [4] - A net loss of $32 million was recorded for the quarter, translating to $0.24 per share, compared to a net profit of approximately $20.2 million or $0.15 per share in the previous quarter [4][23] - The company has returned over $2.8 billion to shareholders through dividends over 85 consecutive quarters, with the latest dividend yielding approximately 13% based on the share price [4][25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The container fleet generated approximately $85 million in gross charter hire, while the car carrier fleet contributed about $25 million, and the tanker fleet generated approximately $43 million [19] - The seven dry bulk vessels employed in the spot market contributed approximately $4.4 million in net charter revenue, down from $7.2 million in the previous quarter [19] - The overall utilization of the shipping fleet was 98.6%, with adjusted utilization at 99.8% when excluding unscheduled technical off-hire [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The charter backlog stands at $4.2 billion, with more than two-thirds of this backlog attributed to customers with investment-grade ratings, providing cash flow visibility [8][25] - The company has identified that approximately 27 vessels in its fleet will be affected by new U.S. tariffs on Chinese-built vessels, primarily impacting car carriers and tankers [14][15][86] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance its fleet through investments in new technology and vessel upgrades, focusing on organic growth and compliance with stricter regulatory demands [11] - The strategy includes maintaining long-term charters with strong industrial players, which provides stability amid market volatility [42] - The company is exploring strategic opportunities for its rigs while remaining optimistic about future employment for the Hercules rig [7][8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that recent market volatility and recession fears have made it challenging to trade vessels profitably in the spot market [5][7] - The company remains cautious about the current economic environment but is optimistic about finding new employment opportunities for its rigs [7][33] - Discussions with customers have resumed, indicating a potential increase in business transactions as market stability improves [42] Other Important Information - The company has been active in share repurchases, acquiring $10 million worth of shares below $8 per share [5][25] - The company has a strong liquidity position, with approximately $174 million in cash and cash equivalents and undrawn credit lines of about $48 million [23][25] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about vessel and rig operating expenses - Management confirmed a decrease in operating expenses, attributing it to cost savings at Hercules and noted that 17 vessels are scheduled for dry docking this year, which is higher than usual [27][28] Question: Update on Hercules rig - The Hercules rig remains warm stacked in Norway, with ongoing discussions for new contracts, but no specific timeline can be provided [32][33] Question: Asset acquisition opportunities - Management indicated that market uncertainty has slowed decision-making processes, but discussions for long-term charters with strong industrial players are picking up again [42] Question: Long-term distribution potential and share repurchases - The company maintains a sustainable dividend level based on cash flow from owned assets, balancing capital allocation between investments, debt repayments, share buybacks, and dividends [64][65] Question: Impact of new U.S. tariffs on vessels - Approximately 27 vessels will be affected by the new tariffs, primarily impacting car carriers and tankers, but the company expects charterers to absorb these costs [14][15][86]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenues of $193 million for Q1 2025, with an EBITDA equivalent cash flow of $116 million. The EBITDA equivalent over the last twelve months was $545 million [4][20] - A net loss of $32 million was recorded for the quarter, translating to $0.24 per share, compared to a net profit of approximately $20.2 million or $0.15 per share in the previous quarter [4][24] - The company has returned over $2.8 billion to shareholders through dividends over 85 consecutive quarters, with the latest dividend yielding approximately 13% based on the share price [4][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The container fleet generated approximately $85 million in gross charter hire, while the car carrier fleet contributed about $25 million, and the tanker fleet generated approximately $43 million [20] - The seven dry bulk vessels employed in the spot market contributed approximately $4.4 million in net charter revenue, down from $7.2 million in the previous quarter [20] - The overall utilization of the shipping fleet was 98.6%, with adjusted utilization at 99.8% when excluding unscheduled technical off-hire [12][13] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The charter backlog stands at $4.2 billion, with more than two-thirds of this backlog attributed to customers with investment-grade ratings, providing cash flow visibility [7][27] - The company anticipates that approximately 27 vessels in its fleet will be affected by new U.S. tariffs on Chinese-built vessels, primarily impacting car carriers and tankers [14][15][87] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to enhance its fleet through investments in new technology and vessel upgrades, focusing on organic growth and compliance with stricter regulatory demands [11] - The strategy includes maintaining long-term charters with strong industrial players, which provides resilience against market volatility [47] - The company is exploring strategic opportunities for its rigs while remaining cautious due to recent market volatility and oil price fluctuations [6][36] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about finding new employment for the Hercules rig despite current market challenges, emphasizing the rig's capabilities in harsh environments [6][36] - The management noted that recent market volatility has led to longer decision-making processes among customers, but discussions for long-term charters are picking up again [47] - The company is well-positioned with strong liquidity and a diversified fleet, allowing it to pursue new investment opportunities [27] Other Important Information - The company has been active in share repurchases, buying back $10 million worth of shares below $8 per share [5][27] - The company has approximately $174 million in cash and cash equivalents, along with undrawn credit lines of about $48 million [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Inquiry about vessel and rig operating expenses - Management indicated that this year is a busy dry docking year, with up to 17 vessels scheduled for dry docking, which is above the average of 10 [30] Question: Update on Hercules rig - The Hercules rig remains warm stacked in Norway, with ongoing discussions for new contracts, but no specific timeline can be provided [36] Question: Long-term distribution potential and share repurchases - The dividend is set quarterly based on long-term sustainable cash flow, and the board aims to maximize long-term distribution per share through a combination of investments, debt repayments, share buybacks, and dividends [68] Question: Impact of new tariffs on vessels - Approximately 27 vessels are estimated to be affected by new U.S. tariffs, primarily impacting car carriers and tankers, but the costs will likely be passed on to charterers [15][90]

Financial Performance - Gross revenue was $193 million[4] - Adjusted EBITDA was $116 million[4] - Net loss was $32 million, or $0.24 per share[4, 17] Dividend and Share Repurchase - Quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share[4, 25] - Share buy-back of approximately $10 million at an average price of $7.98[4] Contracted Revenue and Backlog - Contracted backlog of $4.2 billion[4, 6, 25] - 68% of the contracted revenue is with investment grade counterparties[6] Portfolio Composition - Container vessels account for 68% of the contracted revenue[6] - Energy sector accounts for 12% of the contracted revenue[6] - Dry bulk accounts for 11% of the contracted revenue[6] - Tanker sector accounts for 8% of the contracted revenue[6] Operational Performance - Overall fleet utilization was 99.2%[11] - Container vessel utilization was 91%[11] - Car carrier utilization was 100%[11] - Tanker utilization was 100%[11] - Dry bulk utilization was 100%[11] - Energy sector utilization was 48.3%[11] Balance Sheet - Cash and cash equivalents totaled $174 million[23, 25] - Book equity ratio of 26%[21]

Group 1 - The company is set to present its preliminary first quarter results on May 14, 2025 [1] - An attachment containing the presentation of the first quarter 2025 results is included [2]