Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a blended loss of $7,600,000 for Q2, with a profit of $7,700,000 from the old CMB Tech and a loss of $50,000,000 from Golden Ocean exposure [11][42] - The liquidity stands at approximately $400,000,000, with a contract backlog of about $2,900,000,000 [11][10] - The company has $1,860,000,000 in outstanding CapEx commitments, of which $1,600,000,000 is already financed [11][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The dry bulk division, Bossimar, has become the largest division, with 119 ships in operation [6][22] - The time charter equivalent (TCE) for the Newcastle MAXs on the CMB Tech side was $23,000 for Q2, increasing to $28,000 for Q3 to date [23][24] - The Suezmaxes achieved a TCE of $40,000 for both Q2 and Q3 to date [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has a market cap exceeding $2,000,000,000, with a free float of 38% [4] - The order book to fleet ratio for Suezmaxes stands at 19%, while VLCCs are at 14% [20] - Demand indicators for dry bulk are positive, with increased iron ore imports and reduced steel inventories in China [24][28] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to integrate the fleets from the merger with Golden Ocean and explore opportunities across all five divisions [50][41] - There is a focus on maintaining a modern fleet, with plans for fleet rejuvenation and potential sales of older vessels [66][67] - The company is positive on tankers and dry bulk markets, while remaining cautious on containers and chemicals [41][42] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the tanker markets, anticipating increased oil supply and supportive conditions for the dry bulk sector [19][20] - The company is monitoring the impact of potential U.S. regulations on greenhouse gas emissions, with expectations that it could lead to increased interest in long-term charters [62][63] - The management is confident in the operational leverage and integration of the fleets post-merger, expecting positive outcomes in the coming quarters [75][76] Other Important Information - The company declared an interim dividend of €0.05, with plans to assess future dividends based on financial performance [13][48] - The merger with Golden Ocean has been completed, enhancing the company's position in the maritime sector [42][43] - The company is actively working on the infrastructure for ammonia bunkering for its new vessels [69] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the interpretation of the dividend payment? - The board decided to initiate dividends, which will be evaluated quarterly based on financial performance and cash flow needs [48][49] Question: What will be the focus for the company post-merger? - The focus will be on integrating the fleet and exploring opportunities across all divisions while maintaining operational efficiency [50][51] Question: Can you provide details on refinancing post-merger? - The refinancing of the Golden Ocean fleet has been completed, with new covenants aligned with banks [56][58] Question: How will the U.S. presidential actions affect greenhouse gas regulations? - The impact is uncertain, but management believes there is still a good chance for the regulations to pass, which could positively influence long-term charter opportunities [60][62] Question: What is the stance on older vessels in the fleet? - The company aims to operate a modern fleet and will consider selling older vessels if good prices are offered [66][67] Question: Will iron ore volumes from Africa replace existing volumes? - It is expected that the new volumes will coexist with existing ones, potentially benefiting the market overall [72][73] Question: Are share buybacks being considered? - Share buybacks are a possibility, but the focus will be on operational performance and integration post-merger before making such decisions [74][75] Question: How does the company view the shadow fleet? - The company hopes for the shadow fleet to disappear, as it competes unfairly with the official market [79][80]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a blended loss of $7,600,000 for Q2, with a profit of $7,700,000 from the old CMB Tech and a loss of $50,000,000 from Golden Ocean exposure [12][43] - EBITDA for the quarter was €224,000,000, and the liquidity stood at approximately $400,000,000 [14][12] - The contract backlog remained stable at around $2,900,000,000, thanks to additional long-term charters from Golden Ocean [11][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The dry bulk division, Bossimar, has become the largest division, with 119 ships in operation [6][24] - The time charter equivalent (TCE) for the Newcastle MAXs was $18,500 per day in Q2, increasing to $23,500 in Q3 to date [25] - The chemical tanker fleet consists of six vessels, with expectations for higher rates in Q3 compared to July's $22,000 [36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The tanker market is expected to benefit from OPEC+ cuts being reversed, potentially increasing oil supply and supporting tanker rates [21][22] - In the dry bulk market, indicators show positive trends with increased steel mill utilization and declining iron ore inventories [26][29] - The order book for Suezmax and VLCC stands at 19% and 14% respectively, indicating a low supply of new vessels [22] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to integrate the fleets from the merger with Golden Ocean while exploring opportunities across all five divisions [51][42] - There is a focus on maintaining a modern fleet, with plans to sell older vessels if favorable prices are available [68] - The company is positive on tankers and dry bulk markets, while remaining cautious on containers and chemicals [42][44] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the tanker and dry bulk markets, citing strong demand and limited supply [42][44] - Concerns were raised about the potential impact of U.S. political actions on greenhouse gas regulations, but management remains hopeful for the passage of IMO regulations [61][63] - The company is focused on operational integration and optimizing costs post-merger [60][44] Other Important Information - The company has a significant CapEx commitment of $1,900,000,000, with $1,600,000,000 already financed [3][12] - An interim dividend of €0.05 was declared, with plans to assess future dividends based on financial performance [14][50] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the interpretation of the dividend payment? - Management indicated that the dividend is a discretionary policy and will be evaluated quarterly based on financial health and investment needs [49][50] Question: What will be the focus for the company post-merger? - The focus will be on integrating the fleet and exploring opportunities across all divisions while maintaining operational efficiency [51][52] Question: Can you provide details on refinancing post-merger? - The refinancing of the Golden Ocean fleet has been completed, with new covenants aligned with banks [58][59] Question: How will the U.S. presidential actions affect greenhouse gas regulations? - Management believes there is still a good chance for the regulations to pass, which could positively impact long-term charter opportunities [61][63] Question: What is the stance on older vessels in the fleet? - The company aims to operate a modern fleet and will consider selling older vessels if market conditions are favorable [68][70] Question: Will iron ore volumes from Africa replace existing volumes? - Management expects that increased iron ore volumes will be net positive for the market, although competition with existing volumes is possible [75] Question: Are share buybacks being considered? - Share buybacks are a potential tool for rewarding shareholders, but the focus will be on operational performance and integration for the next few quarters [76][77] Question: How does the company view the shadow fleet? - The company hopes for the shadow fleet to disappear due to maintenance and operational challenges, which would benefit the market [82][84]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, the company reported a profit of approximately $40 million, but excluding capital gains, the net income would have been a loss of $6 million [3] - The liquidity position stood at $345 million, with a contract backlog of nearly $3 billion, having added approximately $1 billion in the first quarter [4] - Capital expenditures (CapEx) remained at $2.2 billion, and equity on total assets was 31.9% at the end of the quarter [4] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the tanker segment, average earnings were $40,000 per day in Q1, with an increase to approximately $43,000 per day in Q2 to date [7] - The bulkers experienced weaker performance in Q1, with Newcastlemax vessels earning $18,000 per day, which improved to $24,000 in Q2 [7] - The container and chemical tankers are primarily on long-term contracts, which are fixed at favorable rates, with an uptick in earnings for CTVs in the offshore wind markets [7] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The tanker market is expected to remain positive due to a flat growth forecast for crude oil ton miles and a historically low order book [22] - The dry bulk market is anticipated to improve, particularly for Capesizes, as ton mile demand is expected to increase [24] - The container market is cautious due to high order books and recent tariff changes, with 8% of TEU miles affected by tariffs [26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on diversification and decarbonization, highlighted by the acquisition of ammonia-powered vessels and long-term contracts with major clients [5] - The proposed merger with Golden Ocean aims to create a leading diversified maritime group, expanding the fleet to 250 vessels and enhancing the contract backlog [10] - The company is committed to decarbonization, aligning with regulations such as MEPC 83, which emphasizes fuel intensity and the use of low-carbon fuels [14][15] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the tanker market due to an aging fleet and low order book, despite a slight decrease in oil demand growth expectations [30] - The dry bulk market is expected to strengthen in the second half of the year, with positive indicators for iron ore trade and a low order book [40] - The company believes that the merger with Golden Ocean will enhance its financial position and support ongoing investments in hydrogen and ammonia infrastructure projects [83] Other Important Information - The company decided not to declare a dividend for Q1 2025, focusing instead on growth and investment opportunities [6] - The fleet currently consists of 113 vessels, with plans to grow to approximately 150 vessels by the end of 2026 [6] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss your ammonia solution and the status of your ammonia-powered ships? - Management highlighted the positive outlook for ammonia as a fuel choice, with ongoing discussions about retrofitting existing vessels and the delivery of new ammonia-powered ships expected soon [54][55] Question: Is the pro forma free cash flow including debt repayments? - Yes, it includes debt repayments, and even in a bearish scenario, the company expects to generate excess cash flow to cover CapEx commitments [58][59] Question: What are the plans to improve revenue in the dry bulk sector? - Management emphasized the importance of building efficient vessels and leveraging the merger with Golden Ocean to enhance revenue opportunities in the dry bulk market [92][93] Question: Will the merger with Golden Ocean affect funding for hydrogen and ammonia projects? - Management clarified that the merger will enhance the company's balance sheet and liquidity, facilitating continued investments in hydrogen and ammonia infrastructure [83]