Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q2 2025, the company reported total net revenues of $2.9 million and net income of $820,000, equating to earnings per share of $0.30 [11][19] - Adjusted EBITDA for the period was $810,000 [11] - The company declared a second quarterly dividend of $0.14 per share, representing a yield of approximately 7.5% at current stock price levels [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company is transitioning its focus towards the tanker sector, specifically targeting modern medium-range product tankers [8][9] - The existing fleet consists of two containerships with a combined capacity of 3,170 TEU, currently chartered at rates of $16,700 and $19,000 per day [18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - As of August 8, 2025, one-year MR time charter rates were approximately $20,600 per day, slightly below the five-year average of $23,500 per day [12] - New building prices for MR tankers are around $49 million, with five-year-old units priced at approximately $42 million [13] - The order book for MR tankers stands at about 15.7% of the fleet, indicating a balanced supply-demand environment [15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to build a presence in the tanker sector, leveraging its existing cash reserves of approximately $15 million for initial acquisitions [9][10] - Future fleet growth will be pursued gradually, with potential capital raising strategies that do not dilute existing shareholders [10][32] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the tanker market, citing strong demand for oil products and a recovery in seaborne trade [15][16] - The company anticipates that charter rates will remain stable, justifying acquisitions even at current prices [17] Other Important Information - The company underwent a significant ownership change, with Marla Investments becoming the majority shareholder, owning 51% of the outstanding shares [7] - The market value of the fleet is significantly higher than its book value, with a charter-adjusted vessel market value estimated at approximately $14.5 million [23] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the strategy to enter the tanker market? - The company is targeting product carriers initially and may consider acquiring vessels from the Lattice family in the future [29][30] Question: What is the financing strategy for acquisitions? - The company plans to maintain a balanced approach to financing, potentially using a 50-50 split of debt and equity for acquisitions [34][32] Question: What is the competition like in the modern tanker market? - The company noted that while there is competition, it is not as intense as in the dry bulk or container markets, and they are actively inspecting vessels [40] Question: When do you expect the GM Express to find its next time charter? - The expectation is that the vessel will likely be chartered by the next quarterly meeting [43] Question: What are the anticipated terms for the next time charter? - The company expects the next charter to be higher than the current rate, likely within a 12 to 24-month timeframe [45]