Core Viewpoint - Diana Shipping Inc. has entered into a time charter contract for its Capesize dry bulk vessel, the m/v New Orleans, with SwissMarine Pte. Ltd., which is expected to generate significant revenue for the company [1][2]. 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, primarily engaged in short to medium-term time charters [4]. Charter Details - The gross charter rate for the m/v New Orleans is set at US$26,000 per day, with a 5.00% commission to third parties, for a period extending from October 28, 2025, until a minimum of December 1, 2026, and a maximum of February 15, 2027 [1]. - The anticipated gross revenue from the charter for the minimum scheduled period is approximately US$10.22 million [2]. Fleet Composition - The current fleet of Diana Shipping Inc. consists of 36 dry bulk vessels, including various types such as 4 Newcastlemax, 8 Capesize, and others, with a combined carrying capacity of approximately 4.1 million dwt and a weighted average age of 11.89 years [3]. - The company plans 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 [3].