ATHENS, Greece, Jan. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. (the “Company” or “OET”) (NYSE: ECO, OSE: OET) is pleased to announce that it has successfully priced an offering of 3,611,111 new shares of the Company’s common stock, par value USD 0.001 per share (the “Offer Shares”), at a price of USD 36.00 per Offer Share, raising gross proceeds of approximately USD 130 million (the “Offering”). The net proceeds from the Offering are expected to be used as partial consideration for the acquisit ...

Market Overview - The market for suezmax vessels is currently strong due to a scarcity of vessels, leading to high charter rates [1] - Recent fixtures include a 40-day charter at approximately $52,000 per day, a 33-day charter at about $78,000 per day, and a 50-day voyage at around $95,000 per day [1] Operating Costs and Focus Areas - The operating costs for the company's ships are approximately $9,000 per day [2] - Venezuela is highlighted as a key area of interest due to its significant oil reserves, estimated to be about 17% of the world's total [2]

Core Viewpoint - Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. has successfully priced an offering of 3,239,436 new shares at USD 35.50 per share, raising gross proceeds of approximately USD 115 million, driven by strong demand [1][2]. Group 1: Offering Details - The net proceeds from the offering will be partially used for the acquisition of two newbuilding Suezmax vessels, each priced at USD 97 million, currently under construction in South Korea [2]. - The offering is expected to be completed by November 21, 2025, with shares available for trading on the New York Stock Exchange after settlement [3]. - The offering complies with the equal treatment obligations under the Norwegian Securities Trading Act [4]. Group 2: Regulatory and Advisory Information - The offering is made pursuant to the Company's shelf registration statement declared effective by the SEC on May 21, 2025, and will be conducted via a prospectus supplement [5]. - Fearnley Securities AS and Clarksons Securities AS are acting as joint bookrunners for the offering [7]. Group 3: Company Overview - Okeanis Eco Tankers Corp. is a leading international tanker company specializing in the transportation of crude oil and refined products, with a fleet that includes six Suezmax tankers and eight VLCC tankers [11].