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Shipping
Acquisitions16 Jun 2026, 03:30 pm

Great Eastern Shipping Contracts to Buy Secondhand LR2 Tanker

AI Summary

Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd has announced the acquisition of a secondhand Long Range 2 (LR2) Tanker, expected to join its fleet in Q2 FY27. The 2015-built vessel, with a capacity of approximately 110,000 dwt, will be financed through internal accruals. This acquisition is part of the company's fleet expansion strategy. GE Shipping currently operates a fleet of 39 vessels, with capacity utilization nearing 100%. The company also has another secondhand Medium Range Product Tanker purchase expected to complete in Q1 FY27.

Key Highlights

  • GE Shipping contracts to acquire a secondhand LR2 Tanker.
  • Vessel acquisition aims to expand the company's existing fleet.
  • Financing for the purchase will be entirely from internal accruals.
  • Acquisition expected to join fleet in Q2 FY27.
  • Current fleet comprises 39 vessels; capacity utilization near 100%.