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Diana Shipping Inc. Reports Financial Results for the second quarter and six months at 30 June

Shipping News | August 7, 2009 | View Comments
  • Diana Shipping Inc., a global shipping company specializing in the transportation of dry bulk cargoes, yesterday reported net income of $30.4 million for the second quarter of 2009. This compared to net income of $56.7 million reported in the

    second quarter of 2008.  Voyage and time charter revenues were $59.8
    million for the second quarter of 2009, compared to $86.8 million for
    the same period of 2008, due to a decrease in prevailing time charter
    rates and increased off-hire days.
    Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2009 amounted to $65.2
    million,
    compared to net income of $109.9 million for the same period of 2008.
    Voyage and time charter revenues were $122.5 million for the six months
    ended June 30, 2009, compared to $165.6 million for the same period of
    2008.
    Chairman and Chief Executive Officer’s Comments
    “We are pleased to note that Diana Shipping’s second quarter
    performance was distinguished by profitable operations, a strong cash
    position and minimal leverage, despite the continuing weakness in
    overall economic conditions. The consistent application of our
    strategies has enabled the Company to deliver a predictable revenue
    stream from relationships with quality charterers. At the same time, we
    have substantially grown our cash position to nearly $218 million and
    maintained one of the lowest debt levels in our industry,” said Simeon
    Palios, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Diana Shipping Inc.
    Mr. Palios further stated, “We believe that Diana is well-positioned,
    not only to navigate this turbulent economic cycle, but also to seize
    upon the opportunities that will be available to strong competitors in
    the dry bulk sector. Over time, we plan to take advantage of these
    opportunities to expand our fleet and enhance our cash generation
    potential for the benefit of our shareholders. That said, we believe
    that the difficult phase of the cycle is far from over in the dry bulk
    market. We will therefore be patient and disciplined, gradually
    deploying our resources as we invest in future opportunities.”
    Diana Shipping Inc. is a global provider of shipping transportation
    services. The Company specializes in transporting dry bulk cargoes,
    including such commodities as iron ore, coal, grain and other materials
    along worldwide shipping routes.

    Source: Diana Shipping Inc.

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