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Genco Shipping & Trading (NYSE:GNK) has announced George Economou’s withdrawal of his nominee, Robert Pons, from the Board of Directors election.

Genco clarified that Economou’s actions diverted resources but had no impact on their Comprehensive Value Strategy, launched in 2021, which continues to show strong performance in the drybulk market.

Leading proxy advisory firms recommended voting for Genco’s nominees over Economou’s.

The Annual Meeting is set for May 23, 2024, and shareholders are urged to vote for Genco's nominees via the WHITE proxy card.

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GK Investor announced significant improvements in Genco Shipping & Trading's stock performance following their public advocacy. On December 28, 2023, Genco's stock closed at $16.48, and by yesterday, it had risen to $22.53. GK attributes this increase to their efforts, including pushing Genco to focus on capital allocation, reducing its discount to NAV, and introducing new perspectives on the board. Consequently, GK has withdrawn its board nomination and bylaw repeal proposal but will continue monitoring Genco's board and actions. GK also expressed gratitude to its nominee, Mr. Robert Pons, for his dedication amid personal attacks.

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Genco Shipping & Trading has mailed a letter to shareholders emphasizing the importance of voting for their nominees at the upcoming 2024 Annual Meeting. The company reported strong quarterly results, including a $0.42 per share dividend, marking the 19th consecutive quarterly dividend. Genco has reduced its debt by 62% since 2021 and is actively renewing its fleet. Despite a proxy battle initiated by George Economou, Genco's board, supported by ISS, recommends shareholders vote against Economou’s nominee and proposal. The board argues that Economou's suggestions do not enhance long-term shareholder value.

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Genco Shipping & Trading (NYSE: GNK) received a favorable recommendation from Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) to vote 'FOR' each of Genco's director nominees and 'WITHHOLD' votes on George Economou's nominee at the upcoming Annual Meeting of Shareholders. ISS noted the dissident's failure to present a compelling case for change at the board of Genco. Genco encourages shareholders to follow ISS recommendations and highlighted its commitment to generating shareholder returns through drybulk market cycles. ISS emphasized disclosure from the dissident regarding efforts to unseat the company's chairman, recommending 'WITHHOLD' votes for the dissident nominee Robert Pons. Genco's Comprehensive Value Strategy and voting instructions are available at www.VoteForGenco.com.

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Genco Shipping & Trading (NYSE:GNK) reported Q1 2024 financial results, declaring a $0.42 per share dividend for the 19th consecutive quarter. Net income reached $18.8 million, with adjusted net income at $21.4 million. The company paid down $30.0 million of debt in Q1 2024 and an additional $55.0 million in Q2 2024. The fleet renewal involved finalizing the sales of three vessels. Genco's value strategy focuses on dividends, deleveraging, and growth. Financial data showed positive revenue growth, with increased TCE rates, but also highlighted higher operating expenses.

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Genco Shipping & Trading has filed an investor presentation emphasizing its successful value strategy and urging shareholders to vote for the re-election of its nominees. The company highlights its strong board, progress in value creation, and industry-leading governance standards. The board recommends voting against George Economou's nominee and proposal, asserting they are not in the best interest of all shareholders.

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Genco Shipping & Trading , symbol GNK, mailed a letter to shareholders outlining George Economou's track record and urging shareholders to vote for the re-election of the Company's nominees. The Board recommends voting against Economou's nominee, Robert Pons, due to concerns about related party transactions and poor governance. Genco emphasizes its Comprehensive Value Strategy, which has allowed the Company to outperform its peers and the market. Shareholders are encouraged to vote 'WITHHOLD' on Pons on the proxy card.

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Genco Shipping & Trading (GNK) will host a webcast on May 8, 2024, for shareholders to ask questions about the business and upcoming Annual Meeting. Shareholders can submit questions by May 6, 2024, and are encouraged to vote for the reelection of the current Board members.

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Genco Shipping & Trading mails letter to shareholders, outlining successful value strategy and urging support for board nominees. The company highlights its strong performance, governance, and rejection of George Economou's agenda.
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Genco Shipping & Trading urges shareholders to vote 'FOR' the re-election of its seven highly qualified nominees on the WHITE proxy card for the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The company has filed definitive proxy materials with the SEC and launched VoteForGenco.com to provide additional information to shareholders.
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Genco Shipping & Trading Limited

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About GNK

genco shipping & trading limited, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the ocean transportation of dry bulk cargoes worldwide. the company, through the ownership and operation of dry bulk carrier vessels, transports iron ore, coal, grains, steel products, and other dry-bulk cargoes. it charters its vessels primarily to trading houses, including commodities traders; producers; and government-owned entities. as of february 25, 2020, the company's fleet consisted of 17 capesize, 1 panamax, 6 ultramax, 20 supramax, and 10 handysize vessels with an aggregate capacity of approximately 4,914,000 deadweight tons. genco shipping & trading limited was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in new york, new york.