Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-07-07 12:16Group 1 - The company, COSCO SHIPPING Energy Transportation Co., Ltd., plans to issue A-shares to specific investors in 2025, subject to approval from the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the China Securities Regulatory Commission [1][2][3] - The total number of shares to be issued will not exceed 1,431,232,918 shares, with the final number to be determined based on subscription conditions and regulatory approvals [1][2] - The company aims to raise funds primarily for the construction of six Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), two LNG carriers, and three Aframax oil tankers [2][3] Group 2 - The company will initially invest its own funds in the projects until the raised funds are available, and any shortfall in the net amount raised will be covered by the company's own or self-raised funds [2][3] - The company has committed to ensuring that the issuance does not dilute the immediate returns for existing shareholders, with measures in place to address any potential dilution [2][3] - The company’s major shareholders include China Ocean Shipping Group, which holds 46.45% of the shares, making it the indirect controlling shareholder [6][7] Group 3 - The global oil transportation industry is expected to maintain growth, driven by increasing demand in the Asia-Pacific region, which accounts for over 50% of global oil imports [12][13] - The company operates primarily in the maritime transportation of liquid bulk hazardous goods, including crude oil, refined oil, LNG, LPG, and chemicals [6][11] - The international maritime industry is regulated by various organizations, including the International Maritime Organization, which sets standards for safety and environmental protection [8][9]