Navios Maritime Partners L.P.(NMM) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenue of $327.6 million for Q2 2025, a decrease of 4.3% compared to $342 million in Q2 2024 [18] - EBITDA for Q2 2025 was $178.2 million, with adjusted EBITDA decreasing by $17 million to $173 million compared to Q2 2024 [19][20] - Net income for Q2 2025 was $69.9 million, down from $94 million in Q2 2024, with earnings per common unit at $2.34 [5][20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The combined time charter equivalent (TCE) rate decreased by 1.5% to $23,040 per day, with available days down by 0.8% to 13,388 days compared to Q2 2024 [19] - TCE rates for the container fleet increased by 3.6% to $31,316 per day, while dry bulk and tanker TCE rates decreased by 12.6% and 9.4% respectively [19][21] - The company sold three vessels for $96 million and purchased two Aframax LR2 tankers for $133 million, expected to be delivered in 2027 [7][15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The geopolitical environment, including the war in Ukraine and tariff changes, has reshaped global trade patterns, benefiting the shipping market [5][27] - The Baltic Dry Index average declined by 30% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, but has risen 37% since June [28] - The tanker market is expected to benefit from increased crude exports and a reduction in fleet size due to sanctions [30][34] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on renewing its fleet to maintain a younger profile and reduce its carbon footprint through modern technologies [15] - A significant backlog of contracted revenue of $3.1 billion provides visibility in an uncertain market [12][17] - The company aims to enter long-term charters for vessels at the appropriate time, while also exploring cash-generative opportunities [9][44] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the shipping market's health and the potential for Q4 2025, while remaining open to longer-term charter opportunities [5][44] - The company is actively managing risks, including interest rate risks, through fixed-rate financing arrangements [12][24] - The overall outlook for the tanker market remains positive due to geopolitical factors and reduced fleet availability [30][34] Other Important Information - The company ended Q2 2025 with $389 million in cash and a net loan-to-value (LTV) ratio of 35.3%, unchanged from the previous quarter [6][23] - The company has repurchased 1.2 million common units, returning a total of $30.8 million to unitholders in 2025 [10][11] Q&A Session Summary Question: Regarding the two VLCCs that were on charter to a sanctioned entity - Management confirmed that contracts were terminated and vessels are now available for trading in a healthy spot market, with plans to consider long-term charters at the right time [42][44] Question: On the LR2s ordered and their chartering plans - Management indicated that they are comfortable holding the new LR2s without immediate charters, while remaining open to future long-term deals [50] Question: Concerning the sale of older vessels and future charter renewals - Management noted the strong container market and the strategy of selling older vessels to redeploy cash into newer assets, while evaluating options for vessels rolling off charters [49][50]