Globus Maritime Limited Announces Closing of $34.25 Million Loan

Rhea-AI Summary

Globus Maritime Limited (GLBS) has successfully refinanced its fleet of six vessels via a Term Loan Facility from CIT Bank, using the majority of proceeds to repay its previous loan from EnTrust Global’s Blue Ocean Fund.

The refinancing reduces the loan margin from 8.5% to 3.75%, resulting in estimated savings of $1.5 million in 2021 and up to $2.2 million in 2022 compared to previous costs. The company's bank debt after this transaction stands at approximately $34 million, supported by total assets worth around $144 million.

Positive

• Refinanced loan reducing interest margin from 8.5% to 3.75%.
• Estimated savings of $1.5 million in 2021 and $2.2 million in 2022 on interest costs.
• Healthy financial position with bank debt at approximately $34 million versus total assets of around $144 million.

Negative

• None.

GLYFADA, Greece, May 12, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Globus Maritime Limited (“Globus” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: GLBS), a dry bulk shipping company, has successfully closed the refinancing of its six vessels through a Term Loan Facility with CIT Bank, N.A., the majority proceeds of which were used to repay the Company’s loan facility with EnTrust Global’s Blue Ocean Fund.

Athanasios (“Thanos”) Feidakis, President and CEO of Globus, commented:

“We are very pleased that we have managed to refinance our fleet by not only being able to extend the maturity of the loan but also by reducing the margin of our existing loan from 8.5% to 3.75% per annum, enabling us to save money in interest cost. For example, in 2021 we expect to save approximately $1.5 million compared to the costs of our previous loan agreement and, in 2022, when we will have completed a full year with this new CIT Bank loan and a lower outstanding principal balance, the savings in interest cost is expected to reach up to approximately $2.2 million compared to 2020. Additionally, we have also agreed to enter into interest rate swap transactions in order to hedge the exposure to interest rate fluctuations. Upon the completion of this transaction our bank debt stands at around $34 million, compared to total assets of the Company of around $144 million adjusted to reflect the market value of the six vessels. We believe our new financial position is healthy and will help us accomplish our long-term plans.”

About Globus Maritime Limited
Globus is an integrated dry bulk shipping company that provides marine transportation services worldwide and presently owns, operates and manages a fleet of six dry bulk vessels that transport iron ore, coal, grain, steel products, cement, alumina and other dry bulk cargoes internationally. Globus’ subsidiaries own and operate six vessels with a total carrying capacity of 381,738 Dwt and a weighted average age of 11.4 years as of March 31, 2021.

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For further information please contact:
Globus Maritime Limited	+30 210 960 8300
Athanasios Feidakis	a.g.feidakis@globusmaritime.gr
Capital Link – New York	+1 212 661 7566
Nicolas Bornozis	globus@capitallink.com

FAQ

What is the recent refinancing news for GLBS?

Globus Maritime Limited refinanced its fleet through a Term Loan Facility with CIT Bank, significantly lowering its loan margin.

How much will GLBS save from the refinancing in 2021?

GLBS expects to save approximately $1.5 million in interest costs due to the refinancing.

What is the new loan margin for GLBS after refinancing?

The new loan margin for GLBS has been reduced to 3.75% from the previous 8.5%.

What is the current bank debt of GLBS?

After the refinancing, GLBS's bank debt stands at around $34 million.

What are the estimated savings for GLBS in 2022?

GLBS anticipates saving up to approximately $2.2 million in 2022 compared to 2020 due to the new loan agreement.