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TOP Ships Inc. (TOPS) is a global owner and operator of modern, fuel-efficient tanker vessels. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Maroussi, Greece, the company focuses on the transportation of crude oil, petroleum products, and bulk liquid chemicals.
TOP Ships boasts a robust fleet with a total capacity of 714,000 deadweight tonnes (dwt). This includes eight 50,000 dwt product/chemical tankers such as the M/T Stenaweco Energy, M/T Stenaweco Evolution, M/T Nord Valiant, M/T Stenaweco Excellence, M/T Eco California, M/T Eco Marina Del Ray, M/T Eco Los Angeles, and M/T Eco City of Angels. Additionally, the company owns two 157,000 dwt Suezmax tankers: the M/T Eco Bel Air and M/T Eco Beverly Hills.
Originally known as TOP Tankers Inc., the company rebranded to its current name, TOP Ships Inc., in December 2007. It generates revenue primarily through Time Charter agreements, providing international transportation services for oil, petroleum products, and chemicals.
Recent developments include a share repurchase program authorized by the company's Board of Directors, allowing the repurchase of up to $4 million of common shares, representing approximately 5.2% of the company’s market capitalization as of December 13, 2023. This initiative underscores the company’s commitment to shareholder-friendly measures.
For the latest updates and more information about TOP Ships Inc., including forward-looking statements, visit their official website or contact the company’s Chief Financial Officer, Alexandros Tsirikos.
TOP Ships Inc. announced it has received a notification from Nasdaq indicating that its common stock has been trading below the minimum bid price of $1.00 for the last 30 consecutive business days. This notification, dated April 21, 2023, states that the company is non-compliant with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2). The company has a 180-day grace period, expiring on October 18, 2023, to regain compliance by maintaining the stock price at $1.00 or higher for at least ten consecutive business days. TOP Ships is considering options such as a reverse stock split to meet this requirement. The company's operations remain unaffected by this notification and its stock will continue to be listed on the Nasdaq during this period.
TOP Ships Inc. announced the filing of its annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2022, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The report is accessible via the Company’s website and the SEC's website. This filing is part of TOP Ships’ commitment to transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Company operates modern, fuel-efficient ECO tanker vessels, and the report provides insights into their operational and financial strategies.
TOP Ships Inc. (NASDAQ:TOPS) has estimated its Net Asset Value (NAV) at $286 million as of December 31, 2022. This estimate accounts for charter-free vessel values, debt, and cash adjusted for an equity offering that occurred on February 14, 2023. Consequently, the NAV translates to approximately $14.05 per common share based on outstanding shares and $5.27 per share on a fully diluted basis, considering outstanding warrants and Series E preferred shares. Currently, the company has 3,834,082 Series F perpetual preferred shares outstanding.
TOP Ships Inc. reported significant financial growth for the year ended December 31, 2022. Total revenues reached $80.7 million, a 43% increase from 2021. Net income soared by 120% to $18.9 million, and EBITDA doubled to $46.6 million. Total assets grew by 42% to $469.3 million, with cash and equivalents surging by 285% to $24.5 million. The company intends to refrain from equity offerings and reverse stock splits while avoiding bonuses for executives to stabilize share trading. CEO Pistiolis emphasized that the current share price does not reflect the company's intrinsic value, aiming to enhance benefits for shareholders.
TOP Ships Inc. (NASDAQ:TOPS) has entered into a securities purchase agreement with institutional investors for a registered direct offering of approximately $13.6 million. The offering price is set at $1.35 per unit, each comprising one common share (or pre-funded warrant) and one warrant, which will separate upon issuance. The warrants are immediately exercisable with an expiration of five years at the same $1.35 exercise price. The offering is expected to close around February 16, 2023, pending customary conditions. The company has also reduced the exercise price of existing Class C warrants to $1.35 from $2.00.
TOP Ships Inc. (NASDAQ: TOPS) has signed a time charter for its tanker M/T Eco Marina Del Rey, set to begin in early 2024. The agreement is valued at approximately $22.4 million over three years, with potential earnings of $30.6 million if the charterer opts for an extension. This deal locks in a daily rate about 36% higher than the current market rate, reflecting the robust tanker market conditions. The company's total gross revenue backlog now stands at about $259 million, potentially increasing to $280 million with joint ventures included. Projected charter coverage indicates strong earnings potential for 2023 at 100% and 80% for 2024.
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