Financial Performance - For Q1 2025, the company reported revenues of $197.1 million and operating income of $60.6 million, with net income reaching $37.7 million and earnings per share of $1.04 [2][28] - EBITDA for the first quarter of 2025 was $103 million, reflecting a solid operational performance [1][28] - Average fleet utilization increased to 97.2% in Q1 2025, up from 91.3% in the same period of 2024, due to fewer vessels in drydock and more days under fixed contracts [2][29] Cost Management - Vessel operating expenses totaled $49.6 million in Q1 2025, remaining consistent with the previous year, resulting in daily operating expenses per vessel of $9,502 [3][29] - Voyage expenses decreased by 14.2% to $36.1 million in Q1 2025, down from $42.0 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to reduced exposure to spot-related trades [4][28] Debt and Cash Position - As of March 31, 2025, the company's bank debt was slightly lower at $1.7 billion compared to the end of 2024, with interest costs at $24.0 million, reflecting a lower debt level and interest rate environment [5][28] - The company maintained solid cash reserves of approximately $350 million, an increase of $1.3 million from the end of 2024 [6][28] Fleet Expansion and Contracts - The company has a robust growth program with 21 new vessels planned, including the recent award to build nine DP2 shuttle tankers for Transpetro/Petrobras, which will enhance its position in the Brazilian offshore sector [9][13] - The total fleet contracted revenue backlog reached approximately $3.7 billion, indicating strong future revenue potential [1][9] Dividend Distribution - The company plans to distribute a semi-annual dividend of $0.60 per share on July 18, 2025, bringing total dividends distributed since its NYSE listing in 2002 to over $900 million [10][28] Market Outlook - The tanker market remains resilient, with strong rates and asset prices supporting profitable operations, despite recent tariffs and port charges [11][12] - The decision to unwind portions of OPEC+ production cuts is expected to positively impact freight rates going forward [12][13]

Company Overview - Nordic American Tankers Ltd. (NAT) has recently acquired a suezmax tanker built in South Korea, expected to be delivered by the end of March 2025 [1] - The company has also agreed to acquire a sister vessel from the same owner, which will be delivered in April 2025 at a price in the mid/high USD 60s [2] - Following these acquisitions, NAT's fleet will consist of 21 well-maintained suezmax tankers, enhancing its earnings and dividend capacity [2] Market Position - 2025 is anticipated to be an active year for NAT, indicating a strong market position and growth potential [3]