Costamare Bulkers reports Q3 adjusted EPS 81c vs. 86c last year

Reports Q3 voyage revenue $215.9M vs. $219.5 last year. Gregory Zikos, Chief Financial Officer of Costamare (CMRE) Inc., commented: “During the third quarter of the year, the Company generated Net Income of about $99 million. After the spin-off of Costamare Bulkers Holdings Limited, Costamare Inc. remains the sole shareholder of 69 containerships as well as the controlling shareholder of Neptune Maritime Leasing. In September, following up from our previously announced order of four 3,100 TEU capacity containership newbuildings, we exercised our option for two more sister ships, to be delivered in Q1 2028. Upon delivery they will also commence an 8-year time charter with a first class liner company. Since last quarter, we have also fixed 8 vessels with a forward start for periods ranging from 12 to 38 months. These transactions resulted in increased contracted revenues of above $310 million. Our fleet employment stands at 100% and 80% for 2025 and 2026, respectively. Total contracted revenues amount to $2.6 billion with a remaining time charter duration of 3.2 years. Regarding the market, the positive outcome from the latest trade discussions between US and China and the delay in the implementation of port fees should positively contribute to global increased trade flows. With idle fleet of less than 1% the charter market remains strong with rates fixed at healthy and stable levels on the back of vessel shortage and steady demand. Finally, with regards to Neptune Maritime Leasing, the growing leasing platform, 50 shipping assets have been funded or are on a commitment status basis and total investments and commitments are exceeding $650 million.”