Posted on November 6, 2024
Seanergy Maritime Reports Third Quarter and Nine Months Financial Results for the Periods Ended September 30, 2024
Declares Cash Dividend of $0.26 Per Share Reflecting Strong Financial Results
OtherHighlightsandDevelopments:
- Record Nine-Month Net Income of $36.8 million
- Quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per share declared for Q3 20242, representing an annualized yield of 11.1%3
- Total cash dividends of $0.66 per share, or $13.6 million, declared in the first three quarters of 2024
- Fleet outperformance with Time Charter Equivalent (“TCE”4) exceeding the Baltic Capesize Index (“BCI”) by 7% for both the quarter and first nine months of 2024
- Delivery of the recently acquired M/V Kaizenship and commencement of period employment
- Successful completion of $62.5 million financing and refinancing transactions
Athens, Greece – Seanergy Maritime Holdings Corp. (“Seanergy” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SHIP), announced today its financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2024. The Company also declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.26 per common share for the third quarter of 2024 pursuant to its updated dividend policy announced during the last quarter.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2024, the Company generated Net Revenues of $44.4 million, compared to $24.5 million in the third quarter of 2023, representing an increase of 81%. Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $26.8 million, 182% higher than $9.5 million in the same period of 2023. Net Income and Adjusted Net Income for the quarter were $12.5 million and $14.1 million, respectively, compared to Net Loss of $5.0 million and Adjusted Net Loss of $2.6 million in the third quarter of 2023. The daily TCE rate of the fleet for the third quarter of 2024 was $26,529, compared to $15,298 in the same period of 2023.
For the nine-month period ended September 30, 2024, the Company generated Net Revenues of $125.8 million, compared to $70.8 million in the same period of 2023, marking an increase of 78%. Net Income and Adjusted Net Income for the nine months were $36.8 million and $41.7 million, respectively, compared to Net Loss of $8.5 million and Adjusted Net Income of $0.4 million in the respective period of 2023. Adjusted EBITDA for the nine months was $78.0 million, compared to $29.1 million for the same period of 2023. The daily TCE rate of the fleet for the nine-month period of 2024 was $25,762, compared to $14,935 in the same period of 2023. The average daily OPEX was $6,873 compared to $6,942 in the respective period of 2023.
Cash and cash-equivalents and restricted cash, as of September 30, 2024, stood at $41.3 million. Shareholders’ equity at the end of the third quarter was $262.6 million. Long-term debt (senior loans, finance lease liability and other financial liabilities) net of deferred charges stood at $238.1 million, while the book value of the fleet, including a chartered-in vessel and the advance for vessel acquisition, was $462.9 million.
Stamatis Tsantanis, the Company’s Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, stated:
“In the third quarter, Seanergy sustained its profitable trajectory by continuing to execute on our focused strategy as a dedicated Capesize operator. During this period, the Capesize segment led the dry bulk sector in performance, with the BCI averaging $24,900. Seanergy’s fleet achieved a notable TCE rate of $26,500, outperforming the BCI by approximately 7%. This outperformance highlights the effectiveness of our hedging strategy, which has been instrumental in reducing charter rate volatility and increasing our revenue visibility. Our objective remains to maintain a balanced risk-return profile throughout the market cycle, ensuring stability and resilience in our earnings.
“As evidenced by our recently implemented updated dividend policy, which targets a distribution of approximately 50% of our operating cash flow after debt service, we are committed to delivering strong capital returns to our shareholders, consistent with our earnings performance, while continuing to grow our fleet and maintain a healthy balance sheet. In line with this policy, the Board has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.26 per share for the third quarter of 2024. We have also continued stock repurchases since our last update and into the fourth quarter. Buybacks continue to be an important part of our capital allocation strategy and we remain committed to optimizing the ways in which we return capital to our shareholders.
“In October, as anticipated, we welcomed the 2012-built M/V Kaizenship to our fleet. This vessel, along with the 2013-built M/V Iconship also acquired in 2024, has reduced our fleet’s average age and both vessels have been chartered at a premium over the BCI, outperforming our fleet-wide average. These younger, high-performing additions align with our disciplined growth strategy and strengthen our competitive edge in the Capesize sector.
“Our balance sheet remains robust, reflecting our commitment to sustainable leverage as we expand our fleet. With positive Capesize market trends, we are well-positioned to continue delivering strong returns, while advancing our growth strategy.
“For the fourth quarter of the year, our TCE guidance is approximately $23,400, reflecting current FFA levels and our effective hedging strategy. Notably, we have secured 42% of our available days at a fixed average daily rate of around $28,000, outperforming the BCI which has averaged $20,900 quarter-to-date. Looking ahead to 2025, we have locked in daily earnings for two vessels at an average rate of $24,000, with one agreement incorporating a 50-50 profit-sharing scheme on top of the fixed hire rate, based on a premium over the BCI. These initiatives position us to capture stable, high returns while optimizing earnings potential in line with market movements.
“The Capesize market has performed relatively strong in 2024, with the BCI averaging around $24,000. Key drivers include a 6% rise in Brazilian iron ore exports, a 17% increase in Guinea’s bauxite exports, and higher seaborne coal trade as demand in India and China outpaces local production. Geopolitical factors and the shift toward distant sourcing regions, such as West Africa, have further boosted ton-mile demand.
