Net Income and Adjusted EBITDA
Net income for Q4 2024 was $36 million or $0.72 per diluted share. Excluding a loss on vessel sales, adjusted net income was $45 million or $0.90 per diluted share, and adjusted EBITDA was $95 million.
Fleet Modernization and Optimization
International Seaways modernized its fleet with a vessel swap, selling two older VLCCs and acquiring three ECO MRs built in 2015. This move reduced vessel age and enhanced fleet efficiency.
Strong Balance Sheet and Liquidity
The company ended Q4 2024 with $632 million in total liquidity, including $157 million in cash and $475 million in revolving credit facility capacity. The net loan-to-value ratio is below 16%.
Shareholder Returns
Over $300 million was returned to shareholders in 2024, with a $5.77 dividend representing a 12% yield. A $0.70 dividend has been announced for March 2025, marking a payout ratio of about 77%.
Tanker Market Positioning
International Seaways is positioned to capitalize on strong tanker market conditions, with a spot breakeven rate of about $13,700 per day and TCE fixtures for Q1 2025 at about $26,500 per day fleet-wide.