Diana Shipping, Inc. - DSX STOCK NEWS

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced a time charter contract for the Kamsarmax vessel m/v Myrsini with Bocimar International N.V. The contract features a gross charter rate of US$27,750 per day, effective from May 10, 2021, until late November 2021. This agreement is expected to generate approximately US$4.3 million in gross revenue over the minimum charter period. The m/v Myrsini is currently chartered at a lower rate of US$11,500 per day. Post-sale of the m/v Naias, Diana Shipping's fleet will include 36 vessels with a total capacity of 4.7 million dwt.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) will announce its first-quarter financial results for 2021 on May 21, 2021, before U.S. markets open. Management will discuss the results during a conference call at 9:00 A.M. Eastern Time on the same day, accessible via the company's website. The firm specializes in owning dry bulk vessels and offers shipping services primarily through medium to long-term time charters. Investors can expect an accompanying presentation during the call.

Diana Shipping (NYSE: DSX) announced a time charter contract with Tongli Shipping for its Post-Panamax vessel, the m/v Electra. The charter rate is set at US$21,000 per day, with a commission of 5%, covering a period until February 10, 2022, with a maximum extension to April 10, 2022. This contract is expected to generate approximately US$5.92 million in gross revenue during the minimum period. Following the sale of the m/v Naias, the company's fleet will consist of 36 vessels, with a combined capacity of 4.7 million dwt.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) has entered a time charter contract with Classic Maritime Inc. for its Newcastlemax vessel, the m/v Philadelphia, at a gross rate of US$28,500 per day. The charter, effective immediately, lasts until at least March 1, 2022, generating an estimated gross revenue of approximately US$8.81 million. This marks the highest charter rate for the vessel since its delivery in 2012. Following the upcoming sale of another vessel, the company will operate a fleet of 36 vessels with a combined capacity of 4.7 million dwt.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced the sale of the 2006-built vessel "Naias" for $11.25 million, expected to be delivered by July 30, 2021. This sale will reduce the fleet to 36 dry bulk vessels with a combined capacity of approximately 4.7 million dwt and an average age of 10.07 years. The company specializes in shipping transportation services using its dry bulk vessels primarily on medium to long-term charters, carrying various commodities globally.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) has filed its 2020 Annual Report on Form 20-F with the U.S. SEC. The report includes the company's audited financial statements, available for download on their website. Shareholders can request a hard copy at no charge. Diana Shipping specializes in dry bulk vessel ownership, operating primarily on medium to long-term charters, transporting commodities such as iron ore, coal, and grain across global shipping routes.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) has announced two time charter contracts for its vessels, boosting revenue potential. The m/v San Francisco will be chartered at a gross rate of US$17,750 per day for the first 105 days, increasing to US$24,700 thereafter, generating approximately US$13.56 million over the initial period. The m/v Aliki will be chartered for US$20,500 per day starting March 19, 2021. Following the sale of the m/v Oceanis, the fleet will consist of 37 vessels with a total capacity of around 4.8 million dwt and a weighted average age of 10.21 years.

Diana Shipping Inc. (NYSE: DSX) announced that its 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be conducted virtually on May 20, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The record date for shareholders eligible to vote is set for March 31, 2021. Further details on how to access the meeting and voting procedures will be included in the company’s proxy statement. Shareholders are encouraged to vote in advance to enhance the virtual meeting experience.