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StocksMedium•20 April 2026•

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Genco Shipping Modernizes Fleet with Capesize Acquisition and Asset Divestment

Key Facts

1Genco agreed to acquire a 2019-built 182,000 dwt scrubber-fitted Capesize vessel.

2The company sold two 2005-built 55,000 dwt Supramax vessels, the Genco Picardy and Genco Predator.

Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (NYSE: GNK) has announced a strategic move to modernize its fleet by acquiring a 2019-built Capesize vessel. The 182,000 dwt vessel is scrubber-fitted, aligning with the company's focus on fuel efficiency and environmental compliance. Simultaneously, Genco divested two older 2005-built Supramax vessels, the Genco Picardy and Genco Predator, as part of its asset renewal program. The new vessel is expected to be delivered in June 2026, serving as a key component of the company’s comprehensive value strategy. This fleet optimization is designed to lower the average fleet age while enhancing long-term margins in the drybulk sector. By shifting toward higher-capacity and more efficient assets, Genco aims to strengthen its competitive position in global commodity transportation.