Financial Highlights - CMB.TECH reported a net gain of USD 90.1 million or USD 0.31 per share for Q4 2025, compared to a net gain of USD 93.1 million or USD 0.48 per share in Q4 2024 [2][6] - EBITDA for Q4 2025 was USD 322.1 million, significantly higher than USD 180.4 million in Q4 2024 [2][6] - Revenue for Q4 2025 reached USD 589.1 million, up from USD 226.0 million in Q4 2024 [5] Fleet Highlights - The company’s contract backlog increased by USD 304 million to USD 3.05 billion, with new charters for Capesize vessels and a CSOV [6][22] - CMB.TECH sold eight VLCCs at high prices, generating a total capital gain of approximately USD 261.1 million in Q1 2026 [4][24] - The company delivered six newbuilding vessels, including VLCCs and chemical tankers, during Q4 2025 and early 2026 [6][25] Corporate Highlights - CMB.TECH declared an interim dividend of USD 0.16 per share, expected to be paid on or about 27 April 2026 [13] - The company fully repaid a bridge loan facility related to the acquisition of a stake in Golden Ocean, resulting in a one-off charge of USD 13.6 million [12][20] - Management changes included the resignation of Mr. Benoit Timmermans from the Management Board, effective May 1, 2026 [21] Market Outlook - The tanker market remains strong, with VLCC spot earnings averaging USD 102,414 per day in Q4 2025, more than double the 10-year Q4 average [36] - Dry bulk freight rates have also held up well, with Capesize spot earnings averaging about USD 27,120 per day in Q4 2025, 34% higher than the 10-year Q4 average [26][40] - The company is investing in the Chinese ammonia supply chain, partnering with CEEC Hydrogen Energy to support maritime decarbonization [18][19]
CMB.TECH ANNOUNCES Q4 2025 RESULTS - EIGHT VLCCS SOLD AT STELLAR PRICES