Core Viewpoint - Diana Shipping Inc. has entered into time charter contracts for two Ultramax dry bulk vessels, the m/v DSI Pollux and m/v DSI Andromeda, generating significant revenue for the company [1][3][4]. Group 1: Charter Contracts - The m/v DSI Pollux has a gross charter rate of US$14,750 per day, with a charter period from December 8, 2025, until a minimum of January 1, 2027, and a maximum of February 28, 2027 [1]. - The m/v DSI Andromeda has a gross charter rate of US$14,600 per day, with a charter period from December 7, 2025, until a minimum of April 1, 2027, and a maximum of May 31, 2027 [3]. - The total gross revenue anticipated from the employments of both vessels for the minimum scheduled period is approximately US$12.60 million [4]. Group 2: Fleet Information - Diana Shipping Inc. currently operates a fleet of 36 dry bulk vessels, including various types such as Newcastlemax, Capesize, Post-Panamax, Kamsarmax, Panamax, and Ultramax [5]. - The combined carrying capacity of the fleet, excluding two vessels not yet delivered, is approximately 4.1 million deadweight tons (dwt), with a weighted average age of 12.03 years [5]. - The company expects to take delivery of two methanol dual fuel new-building Kamsarmax dry bulk vessels by the second half of 2027 and the first half of 2028 [5]. Group 3: Company Overview - Diana Shipping Inc. is a global provider of shipping transportation services, specializing in the ownership and bareboat charter-in of dry bulk vessels [6]. - The company's vessels primarily engage in short to medium-term time charters, transporting a range of dry bulk cargoes, including iron ore, coal, and grain [6].