Core Insights - Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. (CCEC) reported a strategic shift towards gas transportation, focusing on LNG and new commodities related to energy transition, alongside the acquisition of new vessels and divestment of container vessels [3][4][26]. Financial Performance - For Q3 2025, CCEC's revenues were $99.5 million, a decrease of 2.8% from $102.4 million in Q3 2024. Expenses increased by 5.5% to $49.5 million from $46.9 million [6][17]. - Net income for Q3 2025 was $23.1 million, up 43.5% from $16.1 million in Q3 2024 [6][16]. - Interest expense and finance costs decreased by 30.7% to $26.9 million from $38.8 million year-over-year [6][19]. Strategic Developments - CCEC has secured long-term employment for an LNG carrier under construction, contributing to a total contract backlog of 6.9 years and $3.0 billion in contracted revenues [8][15]. - The company completed the sale of 13 container vessels since December 2023, generating gross proceeds of approximately $694.2 million [26]. Fleet and Operations - The current fleet includes 14 vessels, with 12 being the latest generation LNG carriers and two Neo-Panamax container vessels [4][48]. - CCEC's under-construction fleet consists of six LNG carriers and additional gas carriers, with expected capital expenditures totaling $1,767.1 million [27][29]. Market Context - The LNG shipping market is evolving, with modern two-stroke vessels commanding higher earnings compared to older steam turbine vessels. CCEC's fleet is insulated from spot market conditions until Q3 2026 [38][39]. - The global LNG fleet supply is tightening, with a low orderbook to fleet ratio of 41.2%, indicating a favorable environment for modern LNG carriers [39][41]. Corporate Governance - Recent changes in the Board of Directors include the retirement of Abel Rasterhoff and the appointment of Martin Houston, who brings extensive experience in the LNG market [11][42]. Dividend and Shareholder Engagement - CCEC declared a cash dividend of $0.15 per share for Q3 2025, payable on November 13, 2025 [9][37]. - The company has implemented a Dividend Reinvestment Plan, allowing shareholders to reinvest dividends into common shares [36]. Financing Activities - CCEC secured financing for its under-construction fleet, including a $310.1 million arrangement for six dual-fuel medium gas carriers and a $101.7 million agreement for two LCO2 carriers [31][32]. - As of September 30, 2025, total cash amounted to $332.3 million, with total debt at $2,440.8 million [20][22].
Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. Announces Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results