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Capital Product Partners L.P. Announces Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP) announced its Q2 2024 financial results. The company reported a substantial increase in net income to $34.2 million, up 362% from $7.4 million in Q2 2023. Net income per common unit rose 72% to $0.62. Revenues increased by 10% to $97.7 million, while expenses decreased by 5% to $48.3 million.

CPLP declared a $0.15 distribution per common unit and announced a major $756 million investment in 10 gas carriers, to be delivered from Q1 2026 to Q3 2027. Additionally, CPLP took delivery of three LNG/C vessels, contributing to a fleet expansion.

The company reported a gain of $15.2 million from vessel sales. CPLP's total debt increased by $808.7 million to $2.596 billion, mainly due to financing new acquisitions. Total cash stood at $101.2 million with $1.23 billion in partners’ capital.

The company expects continued growth supported by a contract backlog exceeding $2.8 billion. CPLP also renamed itself to Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. and will focus more on energy-transition shipping solutions.

Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP) ha annunciato i risultati finanziari del secondo trimestre 2024. L'azienda ha riportato un notevole aumento dell'utile netto a 34,2 milioni di dollari, con un incremento del 362% rispetto ai 7,4 milioni di dollari del secondo trimestre 2023. L'utile netto per unità comune è aumentato del 72% a 0,62 dollari. Le entrate sono aumentate del 10% a 97,7 milioni di dollari, mentre le spese sono diminuite del 5% a 48,3 milioni di dollari.

CPLP ha dichiarato una distribuzione di 0,15 dollari per unità comune e ha annunciato un importante investimento di 756 milioni di dollari in 10 gas carrier, che saranno consegnati dal primo trimestre 2026 al terzo trimestre 2027. Inoltre, CPLP ha ricevuto tre navi LNG/C, contribuendo così all'espansione della flotta.

L'azienda ha registrato un guadagno di 15,2 milioni di dollari dalla vendita di navi. Il debito totale di CPLP è aumentato di 808,7 milioni di dollari, raggiungendo i 2,596 miliardi di dollari, principalmente a causa del finanziamento di nuove acquisizioni. La liquidità totale è stata di 101,2 milioni di dollari con 1,23 miliardi di dollari in capitale dei partner.

L'azienda prevede una continua crescita supportata da un portafoglio contrattuale superiore a 2,8 miliardi di dollari. Inoltre, CPLP ha cambiato nome in Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. e si concentrerà maggiormente sulle soluzioni di spedizione per la transizione energetica.

Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP) anunció sus resultados financieros del segundo trimestre de 2024. La empresa reportó un aumento significativo en el ingreso neto a 34,2 millones de dólares, un incremento del 362% desde los 7,4 millones de dólares del segundo trimestre de 2023. El ingreso neto por unidad común subió un 72% a 0,62 dólares. Los ingresos aumentaron en un 10% a 97,7 millones de dólares, mientras que los gastos disminuyeron un 5% a 48,3 millones de dólares.

CPLP declaró una distribución de 0,15 dólares por unidad común y anunció una importante inversión de 756 millones de dólares en 10 transportadores de gas, que se entregarán desde el primer trimestre de 2026 hasta el tercer trimestre de 2027. Además, CPLP recibió la entrega de tres buques LNG/C, contribuyendo así a la expansión de la flota.

La empresa reportó una ganancia de 15,2 millones de dólares por la venta de buques. La deuda total de CPLP aumentó en 808,7 millones de dólares, alcanzando los 2,596 mil millones de dólares, principalmente debido al financiamiento de nuevas adquisiciones. El efectivo total fue de 101,2 millones de dólares con 1,23 mil millones de dólares en capital de socios.

La empresa espera un crecimiento continuo respaldado por un backlog de contratos que supera los 2,8 mil millones de dólares. Además, CPLP cambió su nombre a Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. y se enfocará más en soluciones de transporte para la transición energética.

Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP)는 2024년 2분기 재무 결과를 발표했습니다. 회사는 순이익이 3,420만 달러로 2023년 2분기의 740만 달러에 비해 362% 증가했음을 보고했습니다. 일반 주식 당 순이익은 72% 증가하여 0.62달러에 달했습니다. 수익은 10% 증가하여 9,770만 달러에 이르렀고, 비용은 5% 감소하여 4,830만 달러로 나타났습니다.

CPLP는 일반 주식 당 0.15달러 배당금을 선언하고, 2026년 1분기부터 2027년 3분기까지 인도될 10대의 가스 운반선에 대한 7억5600만 달러의 주요 투자를 발표했습니다. 또한, CPLP는 3척의 LNG/C 선박을 인도받아 함대 확장에 기여했습니다.

회사는 선박 판매로 1,520만 달러의 이익을 기록했습니다. CPLP의 총 부채는 8억 870만 달러 증가하여 25억 9,600만 달러에 달했으며, 이는 주로 새로운 인수에 자금을 지원하기 위해서였습니다. 총 현금은 1억 120만 달러였고, 파트너 자본은 12억 3천만 달러였습니다.

회사는 28억 달러를 초과하는 계약 잔고에 의해 지원되는 지속적인 성장을 기대하고 있습니다. 또한, CPLP는 Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp.로 이름을 변경하고 에너지 전환 운송 솔루션에 더 집중할 것이라고 발표했습니다.

Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP) a annoncé ses résultats financiers pour le deuxième trimestre 2024. La société a rapporté une augmentation substantielle de son revenu net, atteignant 34,2 millions de dollars, soit une hausse de 362 % par rapport à 7,4 millions de dollars au deuxième trimestre 2023. Le revenu net par unité ordinaire a augmenté de 72 % pour atteindre 0,62 dollar. Les revenus ont augmenté de 10 % pour s'établir à 97,7 millions de dollars, tandis que les dépenses ont diminué de 5 % pour atteindre 48,3 millions de dollars.

CPLP a déclaré un dividende de 0,15 dollar par unité ordinaire et a annoncé un investissement majeur de 756 millions de dollars dans 10 transporteurs de gaz, qui seront livrés entre le premier trimestre 2026 et le troisième trimestre 2027. De plus, CPLP a pris livraison de trois navires LNG/C, contribuant ainsi à l'expansion de sa flotte.

L'entreprise a enregistré un gain de 15,2 millions de dollars provenant de la vente de navires. La dette totale de CPLP a augmenté de 808,7 millions de dollars pour atteindre 2,596 milliards de dollars, principalement en raison du financement de nouvelles acquisitions. La liquidité totale s'élevait à 101,2 millions de dollars avec un capital partenaire de 1,23 milliard de dollars.

L'entreprise s'attend à une croissance continue, soutenue par un carnet de commandes dépassant les 2,8 milliards de dollars. CPLP a également changé de nom pour devenir Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. et se concentrera davantage sur les solutions de transport pour la transition énergétique.

Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP) hat die Finanzzahlen für das 2. Quartal 2024 veröffentlicht. Das Unternehmen berichtete von einem erheblichen Anstieg des Reingewinns auf 34,2 Millionen Dollar, was einem Anstieg von 362 % gegenüber 7,4 Millionen Dollar im 2. Quartal 2023 entspricht. Der Gewinn pro Stammaktie stieg um 72 % auf 0,62 Dollar. Der Umsatz erhöhte sich um 10 % auf 97,7 Millionen Dollar, während die Ausgaben um 5 % auf 48,3 Millionen Dollar zurückgingen.

CPLP erklärte eine Ausschüttung von 0,15 Dollar pro Stammaktie und kündigte eine große Investition von 756 Millionen Dollar in 10 Gastransporter an, die von Q1 2026 bis Q3 2027 geliefert werden sollen. Darüber hinaus nahm CPLP drei LNG/C-Schiffe in Empfang, was zur Flotteerweiterung beitrug.

Das Unternehmen meldete einen Gewinn von 15,2 Millionen Dollar aus dem Verkauf von Schiffen. Der Gesamtschuldenstand von CPLP stieg um 808,7 Millionen Dollar auf 2,596 Milliarden Dollar, hauptsächlich aufgrund der Finanzierung neuer Akquisitionen. Der Gesamtkapitalbetrag betrug 101,2 Millionen Dollar und das Partnerschaftskapital belief sich auf 1,23 Milliarden Dollar.

Das Unternehmen erwartet ein fortgesetztes Wachstum, unterstützt durch einen Auftragsbestand von über 2,8 Milliarden Dollar. Außerdem hat CPLP seinen Namen in Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp. geändert und wird sich stärker auf Lösungen für den Energiesektor konzentrieren.

Positive
  • Net income increased by 362% to $34.2 million.
  • Revenues grew by 10% to $97.7 million.
  • Expenses decreased by 5% to $48.3 million.
  • Declared $0.15 per common unit distribution.
  • Announced $756 million investment in 10 gas carriers.
  • Reported $15.2 million gain on vessel sales.
  • Total cash amounted to $101.2 million.
  • Partners' capital increased to $1.23 billion.
  • Contract backlog of more than $2.8 billion.
Negative
  • Interest expense and finance cost rose by 23% to $31.4 million.
  • Total debt increased by $808.7 million to $2.596 billion.
  • General and administrative expenses increased by 43% to $3.3 million.

Insights

Capital Product Partners L.P. (CPLP) has reported a strong second quarter for 2024, with significant improvements in key financial metrics. Net income surged by 362% to $34.2 million, compared to $7.4 million in Q2 2023. Revenues increased by 10% to $97.7 million, primarily due to the addition of newbuilding vessels to the fleet.

The company's strategic shift towards LNG and gas carriers is evident in its recent acquisitions and orders. CPLP has taken delivery of three LNG carriers during the quarter and announced a $756 million investment in 10 gas carriers, including six dual-fuel medium gas carriers and four liquid CO2 carriers. This move positions CPLP as a leading platform for gas carriage solutions with a focus on energy transition.

The company's financial position remains solid, with total cash of $101.2 million as of June 30, 2024. However, total debt increased to $2,596.5 million, up from $1,787.8 million at the end of 2023, primarily due to financing for new vessel acquisitions. The weighted average margin on floating rate debt improved to 1.94% over SOFR, down from 2.36% in Q2 2023.

CPLP's pivot towards LNG and specialized gas carriers, backed by long-term charters, provides a stable revenue stream and positions the company well for future growth in the evolving energy market. However, investors should monitor the increased debt levels and ensure that the company maintains a healthy balance sheet as it expands its fleet.

The LNG market is showing signs of strength, with spot rates for two-stroke vessels reaching $90,000 per day in early July. Term charter rates for 1-3 year periods are also at $90,000 per day, indicating robust demand for LNG transportation. Global LNG imports remain strong, particularly in China, where imports have increased by approximately 24% year-on-year.

Looking ahead, LNG capacity additions are expected to accelerate significantly from 2025 onwards. The average annual capacity addition is projected to jump from 13 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) during 2020-2024 to 48 mtpa during 2025-2028, peaking at 70 mtpa in 2026. This growth trajectory bodes well for LNG carrier demand, potentially supporting strong charter rates in the medium term.

In the container market, freight rates have surged to their highest levels since the COVID period, driven by ongoing disruptions in the Red Sea and record demand for containerized cargo. The Clarkson's containership charter rate index has increased by 153% since the beginning of the year, while the secondhand market for 10-year-old 5,100 TEU vessels has seen a 61% increase in the same period.

CPLP's strategic shift towards LNG and specialized gas carriers aligns well with these market trends. The company's orderbook, including LNG carriers and specialized gas vessels, positions it to capitalize on the expected growth in LNG trade and the increasing focus on energy transition. However, the company should remain vigilant about potential market volatility and geopolitical risks that could impact shipping routes and demand.

ATHENS, Greece, Aug. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Capital Product Partners L.P. (the “Partnership”, “CPLP” or “we” / “us”) (NASDAQ: CPLP), an international owner of ocean-going vessels, today released its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.

Highlights

 Three-month periods ended June 30,
 20242023Increase / (decrease)
Revenues$97.7 million$88.5 million10%
Expenses$48.3 million$50.6 million(5%)
Interest expense and finance cost$31.4 million$25.5 million23%
Gain on sale of vessel/(Impairment of vessel)$15.2 million($8.0) million 
Net Income$34.2 million$7.4 million362%
Net Income per common unit$0.62$0.3672%
Average number of vessels119.122.1(14%)


  • Operating Surplus2 and Operating Surplus after the quarterly allocation to the capital reserve for the second quarter of 2024 were $49.3 million and $5.6 million, respectively.
  • Announced common unit distribution of $0.15 for the second quarter of 2024.
  • Announced a $756.0 million investment in 10 gas carriers ("Gas Fleet"), to be delivered between the first quarter of 2026 and the third quarter of 2027. Six vessels are Dual Fuel Medium Gas Carriers ("MGCs") and four are Liquid CO2 Handy Multi Gas Carriers ("LCO2s"). The transaction is expected to be funded with cash at hand, obtained primarily from container vessel sales and debt financing.
  • Took delivery of the Liquified Natural Gas Carriers (“LNG/C”) Assos, the LNG/C Apostolos and the LNG/C Aktoras, under the Partnership’s agreement to acquire 11 latest generation two-stroke (MEGA) LNG/C (the “LNG/C Transaction”), which closed on December 21, 2023.
  • Refinanced the LNG/C Aristidis I releasing $54.8 million of additional liquidity, net of financing charges, and amended the financing terms of the sale and leaseback for LNG/C Aristos I and LNG/C Aristarchos.
  • Concluded the sale of five container vessels, namely the M/V Athos, the M/V Athenian, the M/V Seattle Express, the M/V Fos Express and the M/V Aristomenis, recognizing a gain of $15.2 million.
  • Announced the appointment of Brian Gallagher as Executive Vice President for Investor Relations.

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1 Average number of vessels is measured by aggregating the number of days each vessel was part of our fleet during the period and dividing such aggregate number by the number of calendar days in the period.

2 Operating surplus is a non-GAAP financial measure used by certain investors to measure the financial performance of the Partnership and other limited partnerships. Please refer to Appendix A at the end of the press release for a reconciliation of this non-GAAP measure with net income.

Management Commentary

Mr. Jerry Kalogiratos, Chief Executive Officer of our General Partner, commented:

“This has been another quarter of key milestones for the Partnership. First and foremost, the renaming of the Partnership as “Capital Clean Energy Carriers Corp.” (Ticker Nasdaq: CCEC)” and its conversion into a Marshall Islands corporation with high standards corporate governance, is an important step in our strategic evolution, which we announced in November 2023.

In addition, the delivery during the quarter of three latest generation LNG carriers takes our LNG fleet to 12 such vessels, with another six to come in 2026-2027. The acquisition of ten specialist gas carriers in June further cements our pivot toward one of the world’s leading platforms of gas carriage solutions with a focus on energy transition, while we continue to evaluate our divestment plans for our legacy container vessels. The current platform is well placed to grow over the next 30 months with the addition of 16 new vessels supported by a current contract backlog of more than USD 2.8 billion. The board and management look forward to building the platform further and opening the company to a broader investor base.”

Overview of Second Quarter 2024 Results

Net income for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, was $34.2 million compared with net income of $7.4 million for the second quarter of 2023. Taking into account the interest attributable to the general partner, net income per common unit for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, was $0.62 compared to net income per common unit of $0.36 for the second quarter of 2023.

Total revenue for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, was $97.7 million, compared to $88.5 million during the second quarter of 2023. The increase in revenue was primarily attributable to the revenue contributed by the newbuilding vessels acquired by the Partnership, partly offset by the sale of certain of the Partnership’s vessels.

Total expenses for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, were $48.3 million, compared to $50.6 million in the second quarter of 2023. Total vessel operating expenses during the second quarter of 2024 amounted to $20.2 million, compared to $23.5 million during the second quarter of 2023. The decrease in vessel operating expenses was mainly due to the net decrease in the average number of vessels in our fleet. Total expenses for the second quarter of 2024 also include vessel depreciation and amortization of $22.6 million, compared to $20.9 million in the second quarter of 2023. The increase in depreciation and amortization during the second quarter of 2024 was mainly attributable to the higher depreciation expense due to the change in the composition of our fleet which now includes a higher number of LNG/Cs. General and administrative expenses for the second quarter of 2024 increased to $3.3 million, compared to $2.3 million in the second quarter of 2023, mainly attributable to costs associated with the LNG/C Transaction.

Total other expense, net for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, was $30.4 million compared to $22.6 million for the second quarter of 2023. Total other expense, net includes interest expense and finance cost of $31.4 million for the second quarter of 2024, compared to $25.5 million for the second quarter of 2023. The increase in interest expense and finance cost was mainly attributable to the increase in the Partnership’s average indebtedness and the increase in the weighted average interest rate compared to the second quarter of 2023.

Capitalization of the Partnership

As of June 30, 2024, total cash amounted to $101.2 million. Total cash includes restricted cash of $12.9 million, which represents the minimum liquidity requirement under our financing arrangements.

As of June 30, 2024, total partners’ capital amounted to $1,230.0 million, an increase of $55.1 million compared to $1,174.9 million as of December 31, 2023. The increase reflects net income of $68.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, other comprehensive income of $0.2 million relating to the net effect of the cross-currency swap agreement we designated as an accounting hedge and the amortization associated with the equity incentive plan of $3.5 million, partly offset by distributions declared and paid during the period in a total amount of $16.7 million.

As of June 30, 2024, the Partnership’s total debt was $2,596.5 million before financing fees, reflecting an increase of $808.7 million compared to $1,787.8 million as of December 31, 2023. The increase is attributable to (i) the drawdown of $190.0 million of bank debt and a drawdown of $92.6 million under the $220.0 million unsecured seller’s credit issued to the Partnership by Capital Maritime & Trading Corp. to finance a portion of the purchase price for the vessels in the LNG/C Transaction (the “Seller’s Credit”), in connection with the acquisition of the LNG/C Axios II, (ii) $240.0 million of debt financing we issued in connection with the acquisition of the LNG/C Assos, (iii) $192.0 million of bank debt and a drawdown of $2.3 million under the Seller’s Credit for the acquisition of the LNG/C Apostolos, (iv) the $240.0 million of bank debt and a drawdown of $39.9 million under the Seller’s Credit for the acquisition of the LNG/C Aktoras and (v) the refinancing of outstanding indebtedness of $99.4 million with respect to the LNG/C Aristidis I by entering into a new $155.0 million bank facility. The increase of the Partnership’s total debt was partly offset by (i) the $9.2 million decrease as of June 30, 2024 in the U.S. Dollar equivalent of the euro-denominated bonds issued by CPLP Shipping Holdings Plc in July 2022 and October 2021, (ii) scheduled principal payments for the period of $52.9 million, (iii) the early repayment in full of the facility we entered into in 2020 to partly finance the acquisition of the M/V Athos and the M/V Aristomenis in the l amount of $50.6 million due to the vessels’ sale, (iv) the early repayment in full of the facility we entered into in 2020 to refinance the then outstanding facility of the M/V Akadimos of a total amount of $38.3 million due to the vessel’s sale and (v) the repayment in full of $92.6 million of the Seller’s Credit we drew to partly finance the acquisition of LNG/C Axios II.

Operating Surplus

Operating surplus for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, amounted to $49.3 million, compared to $48.3 million for the previous quarter ended March 31, 2024. We allocated $43.6 million to the capital reserve, an increase of $4.9 million compared to the previous quarter due to the net increase in the rate of amortization of our debt. Operating surplus for the quarter ended June 30, 2024, after the quarterly allocation to the capital reserve, was $5.6 million. Operating surplus is a non-GAAP financial measure used by certain investors to measure the financial performance of the Partnership and other limited partnerships. Please refer to Appendix A at the end of the press release for a reconciliation of this non-GAAP measure with net income.

LNG/Cs Deliveries & LNG/C Transaction Update

On May 31, 2024, the Partnership took delivery of the LNG/C Assos. The vessel commenced a ten-year time charter with Tokyo LNG Tanker Co. Ltd. (“Tokyo Gas”). The vessel acquisition was financed with $9.3 million cash at hand and $240.0 million of a Japanese operating lease with a call option (“JOLCO”). The JOLCO amount consists of 80% debt and 20% tax equity, with escalating amortization, an eight-year term and a balloon payment of $164.4 million due in May 2032.

On June 5, 2024, the Partnership took delivery of the LNG/C Aktoras. The vessel commenced a seven-year bareboat charter with Bonny Gas Transport Limited (“BGT”), who maintain an option to extend by an additional three years. The vessel acquisition was financed with a drawdown of $39.9 million under the Seller’s Credit and a new senior secured loan facility for an amount of $240.0 million, repayable in 28 equal quarterly instalments of $3.3 million and a balloon payment of $149.0 million together with the final quarterly instalment in June 2031.

On June 28, 2024, the Partnership took delivery of the LNG/C Apostolos. The vessel commenced a charter for ten and half years with LNG Marine Transport Limited (“JERA”), who maintain an option to extend by an additional three years. The vessel acquisition was financed with $77.5 million cash at hand, a new senior secured bridge loan facility for an amount of $192.0 million and a drawdown of $2.3 million under the Seller’s Credit. The bridge facility was repaid upon the drawdown of a $240.0 million JOLCO on July 16, 2024. The JOLCO amount consists of 80% debt and 20% tax equity, with escalating amortization, an eight-year term and a balloon payment of $166.8 million due in July 2032. Since the closing of the LNG/C Transaction in December 2023, the Partnership has taken delivery of five LNG/Cs all of which are on term charters, with a remaining six LNG/Cs to be delivered between the first quarter of 2026 through the first quarter of 2027.

Our 12 LNG/C fleet in the water has a remaining revenue weighted charter duration of 7.2 years and $2.3 billion in contracted revenue.

The remaining capital expenditure commitment relating to the LNG/C Transaction as of June 30, 2024, is $1,294.9 million.

LNG/C Transaction, Deliveries as of June 30, 2024:

VesselShipyardSize (cbm)Delivery DateCharter TypeCharterer
Amore Mio IHyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. (“HHI”)174,000December 21, 2023Time Charter (“TC”)Qatar Energy Trading LLC
Axios IIHHI174,000January 2, 2024Bareboat Charter (“BBC”)BGT3
AssosHHI174,000May 31, 2024TCTokyo Gas
AktorasHyundai Samho Heavy Industries Co. Ltd.174,000June 5, 2024BBCBGT
ApostolosHHI174,000June 28, 2024TCJERA

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3 The BBC with BGT is expected to commence in 1Q 2025, after a 1-year, index-linked TC currently in progress.


LNG/Cs Financing Updates

On May 14, 2024, the Partnership agreed an amendment to certain terms of the sale and leaseback facility for LNG/C Aristos I and the LNG/C Aristarchos that we assumed in 2021. For the LNG/C Aristos I, the outstanding amount is repayable in 66 monthly instalments of $0.5 million, together with a re-purchase obligation of $84.7 million due at the expiration of the lease in November 2029. For the LNG/C Aristarchos, the outstanding amount is repayable in 73 monthly instalments of $0.5 million, together with a re-purchase obligation of $84.7 million at the expiration of the lease in June 2030.

On June 25, 2024, the Partnership agreed to refinance the facility of the LNG/C Aristidis I, by fully repaying outstanding debt of $99.4 million and drawing $155.0 million under a new bank facility. The new senior secured loan is repayable in 28 equal quarterly instalments of $1.9 million and a balloon payment of $100.8 million, together with the final quarterly instalment in June 2031.

The Seller’s Credit has been fully utilized and following the latest repayment of $92.6 million, the outstanding amount is $42.2 million.

Following the above financings, as of June 30, 2024, the weighted average margin was 1.94% over SOFR for our floating rate debt compared to 2.36% in the second quarter of 2023.

Liquid CO2 and LPG-Ammonia Carriers Acquisition

On June 3, 2024, the Partnership announced an investment in the Gas Fleet for $756.0 million with expected deliveries between the first quarter of 2026 and the third quarter of 2027. Six vessels are MGCs and four are LCO2 carriers that can also carry LPG, ammonia and other related cargoes. The transaction is a key strategic expansion with an eye to the energy transition, adding complementary gas capability to core LNG competence and including pioneering vessels in the transportation of LCO2 and low carbon ammonia. The transaction is expected to be funded using cash at hand obtained primarily from the sales of container vessels and debt financing. This is a unique opportunity undertaken by CPLP to increase its footprint into the conventional gas and energy transition gas sectors, whilst retaining the core focus on LNG.

Gas Fleet Summary

Vessel TypeShipyardSize (cbm)Acquisition/
Contract Price
(in US$ millions)4
Expected Delivery
Dual Fuel LPG MGCHyundai Mipo Dockyard Co. Ltd, South Korea (“Hyundai Mipo”)45,00078.1Jun-26
Dual Fuel LPG MGCHyundai Mipo45,00078.1Sep-26
Dual Fuel LPG MGCHyundai Mipo45,00078.1Feb-27
Dual Fuel LPG MGCHyundai Mipo45,00078.1May-27
Dual Fuel LPG MGCNantong CIMC Sinopacific Offshore & Engineering Co. Ltd, China (“CIMC SOE”)40,00065.3Mar-27
Dual Fuel LPG MGCCIMC SOE40,00065.3Jul-27
LCO2/Multi Gas CarrιerHyundai Mipo22,00078.2Jan-26
LCO2/Multi Gas CarrιerHyundai Mipo22,00078.2Apr-26
LCO2/Multi Gas CarrιerHyundai Mipo22,00078.2Sep-26
LCO2/Multi Gas CarrιerHyundai Mipo22,00078.2Nov-26
TOTAL  756.0 

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4 The ship building contracts were initially entered into by Capital Maritime & Trading Corp. The acquisition/contract prices paid by CPLP correspond to the actual ship building cost for all vessels except for the ones with Expected Delivery in January 2026 and April 2026, which were acquired pursuant to the rights of first refusal agreed under the Umbrella Agreement dated November 13, 2024. These vessels were ordered in July 2023 and were acquired by CPLP at the same cost that the last two LCO2 / Multi Gas Carriers which were contracted in January 2024. CPLP reimbursed CMTC for a total amount of $74.7 million representing advances made to the shipyards by CMTC under certain of the ship building contracts and a profit of $11.5 million.

As of June 30th, 2024 the remaining estimated capital expenditure with regards to the Gas Fleet is $681.4 million.

Preliminary Capex Schedule in USD million, as of June 30, 2024:

In $US millions2024202520262027TOTAL
 Q3Q4Q1Q2Q3Q4Q1Q2Q3Q4Q1Q2Q3 
LNG/Cs5---49.925.650.6511.051.2149.7149.7307.2--1,294.9
Gas Fleet53.638.37.122.515.522.074.0105.4123.247.789.346.935.9681.4
TOTAL53.638.37.172.441.172.6585.0156.6272.9197.4396.546.935.91,976.3

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5 LNG/Cs acquisitions under the LNG/C Transaction.

Quarterly Common Unit Cash Distribution

On July 24, 2024, the Board of Directors of the Partnership declared a cash distribution of $0.15 per common unit for the first quarter of 2024 payable on August 12, 2024, to common unit holders of record on August 6, 2024.

LNG Market Update

LNG spot rates remained relatively steady from mid-January to the end of May 2024. Since then, there has been a continued improvement, as shipping availability for loadings out of the US Gulf in July dwindled, leading to an increase in spot rates. In the first week of July, spot rates for two-stroke vessels reached $90,000 per day. Additionally, term charter rates for 1–3-year periods are currently at $90,000 per day. Global LNG imports continue to be robust across most regions, with China maintaining near seasonal record levels. Notably, imports to China have begun 2024 at record levels, increasing by approximately 24% year-on-year. Meanwhile, European LNG import volumes have remained relatively high, averaging nearly 29 cargoes per week. However, lower-than-expected gas demand coupled with high inventory levels, are exerting downward pressure on LNG demand in Europe.

The LNG fleet has expanded by 10 ships in the second quarter of 2024, with a total of 20 vessels delivered so far this year. Newbuilding prices for LNG carriers remain steady, currently at $260.0 million per vessel for the basic specification. Shipyard capacity is also constrained, with no slots available for new builds in 2026 and limited availability in 2027.

Starting in 2025, LNG capacity additions are expected to accelerate. From an average of 13 million tonnes per annum (“mtpa”) during 2020-2024, the capacity additions are projected to average 48 mtpa yearly during 2025-2028, reaching a peak of 70 mtpa in 2026. This accelerated growth underscores the strong demand and strategic importance of LNG. The United States and Qatar are set to be the primary drivers of this capacity expansion. Together, they will account for approximately 60% of the total capacity additions between 2025 and 2028, with the US contributing around 40% and Qatar around 20%.

Container Market Update

The second quarter of the year saw remarkable gains, with container freight reaching the highest levels since the COVID period. The market appears driven by ongoing disruptions in the Red Sea, which has created various bottleneck effects around the world – both in ports and inland. In addition to this, there is record demand for containerized cargo, possibly fueled by shipper’s fear of even more extended disruptions and delays.

Since the beginning of the year, the Clarkson’s containership charter rate index increased by 153%, reigniting interest in a previously dull second-hand and newbuild market. Consequently, the secondhand market for a 10-year-old container 5,100 teu (charter-free) has increased by about 61% in the same period.

The strong container markets provide CPLP with optionality regarding future divestment plans given its five 5,000 TEU vessels on contract into 2025 and three 13,000 TEU units on duration well into 2030. Management will continue to evaluate closely trends and developments in this market, in order to maximize returns.

Conference Call and Webcast

Today, August 2, 2024, the Partnership will host an interactive conference call at 09:00 am Eastern Time to discuss the financial results.

Conference Call Details

Participants should dial into the call 10 minutes before the scheduled time using the following numbers: +1 877 405 1226 (US Toll-Free Dial In) or +1 201 689 7823 (US and Standard International Dial In). Please quote “Capital Product Partners” to the operator and/or conference ID 13748234. Click here for additional participant International Toll-Free access numbers.

Alternatively, participants can register for the call using the “call me” option for a faster connection to join the conference call. You can enter your phone number and let the system call you right away. Click here for the “call me” option.

Slides and Audio Webcast

There will also be a live, and then archived, webcast of the conference call and accompanying slides, available through the Partnership’s website. To listen to the archived audio file, visit our website http://ir.capitalpplp.com/ and click on Webcasts & Presentations under our Investor Relations page. Participants in the live webcast should register on the website approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the webcast.

About Capital Product Partners L.P.

Capital Product Partners L.P. (NASDAQ: CPLP), a Marshall Islands limited partnership, is one of the world’s leading platforms of gas carriage solutions with a focus on energy transition. CPLP currently owns 20 high specification vessels, including 12 latest generation LNG carriers (LNG/Cs) and eight legacy Neo-Panamax container vessels. In addition, CPLP has agreed to acquire six additional latest generation LNG/Cs, six dual fuel medium gas carriers and four handy liquid CO2/multi gas carriers, to be delivered between the first quarter of 2026 and the third quarter of 2027.

For more information about the Partnership, please visit: www.capitalpplp.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

The statements in this press release that are not historical facts, including, among other things, the expected financial performance of CPLP’s business, [the name change and Conversion], CPLP’s ability to pursue growth opportunities, CPLP’s expectations or objectives regarding future distributions, unit repurchases, market, vessel deliveries and charter rate expectations, and, in particular, the expected effects of recent LNGC and Gas Fleet vessel acquisitions on the financial condition and operations of CPLP and the LNG and container industries in general, are forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended). These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause the stated or forecasted results to be materially different from those anticipated. For a discussion of factors that could materially affect the outcome of forward-looking statements and other risks and uncertainties, see “Risk Factors” in CPLP’s annual report filed with the SEC on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2023, filed on April 23, 2024. Unless required by law, CPLP expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether because of future events, new information, a change in its views or expectations, to conform them to actual results or otherwise. CPLP does not assume any responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the forward-looking statements. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements.

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Contact Details:

Capital GP L.L.C
Brian Gallagher
EVP Investor Relations
Tel. +44-(770) 368 4996
E-mail: b.gallagher@capitalmaritime.com

Investor Relations / Media
Nicolas Bornozis
Capital Link, Inc. (New York)
Tel. +1-212-661-7566
E-mail: cplp@capitallink.com
Source: Capital Product Partners L.P.


Capital Product Partners L.P.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income
(In thousands of United States Dollars, except for number of units and earnings per unit)
 
 For the three-month
For the six-month
periods ended June 30,periods ended June 30,
  20242023 20242023
Revenues97,67188,535202,165169,551
Expenses / (income), net:    
Voyage expenses2,1613,9406,0187,782
Vessel operating expenses17,39020,77436,94537,594
Vessel operating expenses - related parties2,8362,6905,9595,212
General and administrative expenses3,3022,3327,7235,115
Vessel depreciation and amortization22,57620,87546,53840,053
Impairment of vessel-7,956-7,956
Gain on sale of vessel(15,191)-(31,602)-
Operating income, net64,59729,968130,58465,839
Other income / (expense), net:     
Interest expense and finance cost(31,422)(25,508)(65,465)(49,190)
Other income, net1,0092,9522,961791
Total other expense, net (30,413)(22,556)(62,504)(48,399)
Partnership’s net income34,1847,41268,08017,440
General Partner’s interest in Partnership’s net income215127428297
Partnership’s net income allocable to unvested units153181305423
Common unit holders’ interest in Partnership’s net income33,8167,10467,34716,720
Net income per:    
Common units, basic and diluted0.620.361.230.85
Weighted-average units outstanding:    
Common units, basic and diluted54,887,31319,550,98854,851,93419,639,212
 


Capital Product Partners L.P.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands of United States Dollars)
 
  As of June 30,
2024
 As of December 31,
2023
Assets    
Current assets    
Cash and cash equivalents$88,303$192,422
Other current assets 21,674 33,082
Total current assets 109,977 225,504
Fixed assets    
Advances for vessels under construction – related party 54,000 174,400
Vessels, net and vessels under construction 3,684,549 2,632,285
Total fixed assets 3,738,549 2,806,685
Other non-current assets    
Restricted cash 12,921 11,721
Other non-current assets 127,079 96,389
Total non-current assets 3,878,549 2,914,795
Total assets$3,988,526$3,140,299
Liabilities and Partners’ Capital    
Current liabilities    
Current portion of long-term debt, net$126,169$103,116
Other current liabilities 82,541 80,814
Total current liabilities 208,710 183,930
Long-term liabilities    
Long-term debt, net 2,452,250 1,672,179
Other non-current liabilities 97,604 109,257
Total long-term liabilities 2,549,854 1,781,436
Total liabilities 2,758,564 1,965,366
Total partners’ capital 1,229,962 1,174,933
Total liabilities and partners’ capital$3,988,526$3,140,299
 


Capital Product Partners L.P.
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands of United States Dollars)
 
For the six-month periods ended June 30,
 20242023
     
Net cash provided by operating activities 103,352 91,524
Net cash used in investing activities (863,748) (455,791)
Net cash provided by financing activities 657,477 314,072
Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (102,919) (50,195)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of period 204,143 154,848
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of period$101,224$104,653
 

Appendix A – Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measure
(In thousands of U.S. Dollars)
Description of Non-GAAP Financial Measure – Operating Surplus

Operating Surplus represents net income adjusted for depreciation and amortization expense, exchange differences on Bonds, change in fair value of derivatives, gain on sale of vessels, impairment of vessel, amortization / accretion of above / below market acquired charters and straight-line revenue adjustments. Operating Surplus is a quantitative measure used in the publicly traded partnership investment community to assist in evaluating a partnership’s financial performance and ability to make quarterly cash distributions. Operating Surplus is not required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”) and should not be considered a substitute for net income, cash flow from operating activities and other operations or cash flow statement data prepared in accordance with GAAP or as a measure of profitability or liquidity. Our calculation of Operating Surplus may not be comparable to that reported by other companies. The table below reconciles Operating Surplus to net income for the following periods:

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measure Operating SurplusFor the three-month period ended
June 30, 2024
For the three-month period ended
March 31, 2024
For the three-month period ended
June 30, 2023
Partnership’s net income34,18433,8967,412
Adjustments to reconcile net income to operating surplus prior to Capital    
Depreciation, amortization, unrealized Bonds exchange differences and change in fair value of derivatives124,52127,02219,783
Impairment of vessel--7,956
Gain on sale of vessels(15,191)(16,411) 
Amortization / accretion of above / below market acquired charters and straight-line revenue adjustments5,7573,7983,043
Operating Surplus prior to capital reserve49,27148,30538,194
Capital reserve(43,634)(38,693)(34,960)
Operating Surplus after capital reserve5,6379,6123,234
Decrease / (increase) in recommended reserves2,648(1,327)(186)
Available Cash8,2858,2853,048


1 Depreciation, amortization, unrealized Bonds exchange differences and change in fair value of derivatives line item includes the following components:

  • Vessel depreciation and amortization;
  • Deferred financing costs and equity compensation plan amortization;
  • Unrealized Bonds exchange differences; and
  • Change in fair value of derivatives.

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FAQ

What were CPLP's revenues for Q2 2024?

CPLP reported revenues of $97.7 million for Q2 2024, a 10% increase from Q2 2023.

How much did CPLP's net income increase in Q2 2024?

CPLP's net income increased by 362% to $34.2 million in Q2 2024.

What is the net income per common unit for CPLP in Q2 2024?

The net income per common unit for CPLP in Q2 2024 was $0.62, up from $0.36 in Q2 2023.

What is CPLP's new investment plan?

CPLP announced a $756 million investment in 10 gas carriers, with expected deliveries between Q1 2026 and Q3 2027.

What was the increase in CPLP's interest expense and finance cost for Q2 2024?

CPLP's interest expense and finance cost increased by 23% to $31.4 million in Q2 2024.

What is CPLP’s distribution per common unit for Q2 2024?

CPLP declared a distribution of $0.15 per common unit for Q2 2024.

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