智通财经网·2025-10-20 02:57Company Summary - Zhongyuan Shipping (01138) saw a stock price increase of over 4%, reaching HKD 9.7 with a trading volume of HKD 89.67 million [1] - The company completed a private placement of A-shares on October 15, raising approximately CNY 8 billion (net CNY 7.98 billion) by issuing 694,444,444 shares at CNY 11.52 per share [1] - The issuance involved seven investors, including the controlling shareholder, China Ocean Shipping Group, which subscribed for 347,222,222 shares (50% of the total) with an 18-month lock-up period [1] - The raised funds will be used to construct six VLCCs, two LNG carriers, and three Aframax crude oil tankers, aimed at optimizing fleet structure and enhancing clean energy initiatives [1] Industry Summary - The oil market is experiencing a boost as OPEC+ has accelerated production since April, with a potential increase of 2.2 million barrels per day in September, which may lead to a decline in oil prices and stimulate demand for oil transportation [2] - The recent imposition of port service fees on Chinese shipping companies by the U.S. has prompted China to retaliate with a "special port fee" on U.S. vessels, highlighting the strategic value of Chinese shipping companies like Zhongyuan Shipping in the international shipping competition [2] - This context is expected to provide a solid foundation for the stable growth of the company's performance in the oil transportation market [2]