Hafnia Limited Reports Strong Q2 Earnings Amid Market Disruptions
Hafnia Limited reported a net profit of $277.8 million for Q2 2026, its highest quarterly result since Q3 2022, driven by ongoing market dislocations from the Persian Gulf conflict and strategic fleet positioning in key regions like the U.S. Gulf and Far East. The company divested older vessels—comprising one LR1, two MRs, and three Handy tankers—for a $39.3 million gain on sale while maintaining strong operational cash flow generation that boosted its net asset value to approximately $4.4 billion. Management highlighted the resilience of their integrated platform combining ship ownership, pool management, and bunkering in volatile freight markets. Looking ahead, Hafnia expects an inventory rebuild of 260 million barrels by mid-2027, with a dividend declared at 90% payout ratio due to leverage falling below thresholds. The CEO transition on September 1 aims for continuity while navigating risks like potential reopening of Hormuz and Red Sea straits.
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