TOP Ships Sells Vessel Ownership for $38 Million to Rubico Inc.
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
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- Transaction Announcement: TOP Ships has signed a sale agreement with Rubico Inc. for $38 million concerning a vessel ownership linked to a newbuilding mega yacht, expected to be delivered in Q2 2027, indicating the company's strategic positioning in the luxury market.
- Independent Review: The transaction was negotiated and approved by a special committee of independent members of the board, receiving a fairness opinion from an independent financial advisor, ensuring transparency and fairness in the deal.
- Liquidity Enhancement: Through this share sale, TOP Ships will secure $38 million in funds, which is expected to be utilized for further investments in the operation and development of its modern eco-tankers, thereby enhancing the company's competitive edge in the market.
- Strategic Direction Shift: This transaction not only marks TOP Ships' expansion into the yacht market but also potentially provides financial support for the company's future diversification strategy, aiding its sustained growth in the global shipping industry.
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About TOPS
Top Ships Inc is a Greece-based international provider of worldwide oil, petroleum products, and chemicals transportation services. The Company owns and operates eco tanker vessels focusing on the transportation of crude oil, petroleum products (clean and dirty), and bulk liquid chemicals. The Company’s fleet consists of 3 product/chemical MR2 tankers of approximately 50,000 deadweight tonnage (dwt) each, namely ECO MARINA DEL REY, ECO YOSEMITE PARK, and ECO JOSHUA PARK; 5 crude oil Suezmax tankers of approximately 157,000 dwt each, namely ECO BEL AIR, ECO BEVERLY HILLS, ECO WEST COAST, ECO MALIBU, and ECO OCEANO CA, as well as 2 crude oil VLCC tankers of approximately 300,000 dwt each, namely JULIUS CAESAR and LEGIO X EQUESTRIS.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
