The extended period, which starts after the expiration of the present time charters in Q1 of 2024, has a firm duration of a minimum of 30 months and a maximum of 36 months at a gross daily rate of
The additional revenue backlog expected to be generated by this time charter extension is about
“We are very pleased to have concluded this time charter extension more than half a year ahead of the firm period expiration of the present employment of our 2 vessels, taking advantage of the strong rates prevailing in the current tanker market.
“This is an attestation, from a top-class charterer, of the high level of quality of our vessels as well as the services that we offer.
“After considering the maximum firm duration of this fixture, the total gross revenue backlog as of
“The Company’s charter coverage currently stands as follows:
Year | Operating fleet | ||
2023 | 100% | ||
2024 | 98% | ||
2025 | 55% | ||
2026 | 55% | ||
2027 | 20% | ||
2028 to Q1 2037 | 17%” | ||
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Email: atsirikos@topships.org
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