Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For the nine months of 2025, the company generated $577 million in gross revenues and an operating income of $171 million, which included $12.5 million of capital gains from the sale of four older vessels [22][29] - The net income for the third quarter of 2025 was reported at $38.3 million, translating to $1.05 in earnings per share [32] - Adjusted EBITDA for the nine months of 2025 was approximately $290 million, while cash at hand at the end of September 2025 stood at $264 million [29][32] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The fleet utilization increased from 92.2% to 96.2% during the nine months of 2025, with a time charter equivalent rate of $30,703 [24] - The fleet time charter equivalent per day for the third quarter of 2025 was $30,601, reflecting a focus on diminishing presence in the spot markets [30] - Operating expenses per ship per day averaged $9,797 for the nine months of 2025, and $9,904 for the third quarter [25][31] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The tanker markets have remained healthy, with a significant increase in demand for vessels, particularly in the crude sector and VLCCs [21] - The company has a backlog of approximately $4 billion in minimum fleet contracted revenue, indicating strong market demand [11][22] - The average age of sold vessels was 17.3 years, while the average age of newly acquired vessels is 0.6 years, indicating a strategic shift towards a younger fleet [18] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on a record 20 vessel new building program, with deliveries starting in Q1 2026 until Q4 2028, including three VLCCs to grow its market presence [5][6] - The strategy includes selling older tonnage to maintain a modern fleet and investing in eco-friendly, dual-fuel vessels [18] - The company aims to align dividend payments with audited results, having declared an additional $1 per share dividend [6] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the market, noting a more than 50% increase in the spot market since September [8] - The geopolitical landscape has created nervousness in the market, which the company plans to leverage through its chartering strategy [36] - The company anticipates continued strong performance in the upcoming quarters, driven by a robust demand for tanker services [9][35] Other Important Information - The company has successfully navigated various crises over the years, turning challenges into growth opportunities [11] - The fair market value of the operating fleet is approximately $4 billion against $1.9 billion in debt, with a net debt to capital ratio of around 47% [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Clarification on VLCC employment terms and plans for the Ulysses vessel - Management noted a significant increase in profit-sharing arrangements and a strong appetite for vessels, with further details to be provided later [38] Question: Plans for the Maria Energy vessel after its current contract - The vessel is chartered back-to-back with no downtime expected between contracts [40] Question: Expectations for MR new builds and potential long-term contracts - There is a strong appetite for new builds, with several major oil companies interested in long-term contracts [41] Question: Insights on fleet renewal and asset sales - The company is negotiating the sale of five first-generation vessels, potentially releasing close to $250 million in net cash for the new building program [49]