Pacific Basin posts transcript of 2026 interim results call

PUBT · 2d ago
Pacific Basin posts transcript of 2026 interim results call
  • Pacific Basin held its 2026 interim results call on Aug. 6, with CEO Martin Fruergaard presenting alongside finance executive Jimmy Ng.
  • First-half results: EBITDA US$197.8 million; underlying profit US$94.9 million; net profit US$105 million; net cash US$157.2 million.
  • Interim dividend set at 15.5 HK cents a share, totaling US$102.2 million; policy allows up to 100% net profit distribution excluding vessel disposal gains.
  • Share buybacks reached 9,500,000 shares for US$3.5 million; up to US$40 million program maintained as shares trade below NAV.
  • Fleet at 254 vessels; orderbook expanded to 10 newbuildings, with options for two dual-fuel Ultramax; deliveries expected 2028 to H1 2029.


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