洲际船务更替六份造船合約 总代价约1230万美元

Group 1 - The company announced a replacement agreement for shipbuilding contracts with Jiangsu Dajin Heavy Industry Co., Ltd., involving the transfer of all rights and obligations under the contracts for six vessels, with a total consideration of approximately $12.3 million [1] - The replacement aligns with the company's ongoing strategy to maintain a balanced fleet composition, optimizing its fleet and improving working capital and liquidity [1] - The board believes this replacement presents an opportunity to acquire shipbuilding contracts at a reasonable price, which will enhance the company's financial position and provide funds for fleet optimization [1] Group 2 - Additionally, the company's indirect wholly-owned subsidiary, SG XINDE INVESTMENT (HK) LIMITED, has contracted to acquire a 40% stake in CIMC Xinde Leasing (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., which is wholly owned by the buyer [2] - Through the replacement of shipbuilding contracts, the buyer's dry bulk transportation capacity will increase, allowing better fulfillment of market demand for dry bulk shipping services, expected to generate additional economic benefits for the group [2] - The company will continue to monitor the current market conditions in the shipping industry and adjust its fleet composition as necessary [2]