Dorian Lpg Ltd News

Kongsberg Digital announced that Dorian LPG (DK) ApS, a subsidiary of Dorian LPG Ltd., owner and operator of very large gas carriers (VLGC), has contracted to install Vessel Insight to its entire fleet of 22 liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers. The agreement is expected to commence operation in the upcoming months.By installing Vessel Insight, Dorian is consolidating collection of all critical data from its entire VLGC fleet into one common infrastructure. The company aims to gain insight into signals coming from the fleet’s assets and enable realization of data-driven operations.

BW LPG Limited (BW LPG) announced that it has withdrawn its proposal to combine with Dorian LPG Ltd. (Dorian). BW LPG will also withdraw the candidates it previously intended to nominate to stand for election to the Dorian board at Dorian’s 2018 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.BW LPG also announced that the following letter has been sent on October 8, 2018 to the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dorian:Mr. John HadjipaterasChairman, President and Chief Executive OfficerDorian LPG Ltd.c/o Dorian LPG (USA) LLC27 Signal RoadStamford…

Ship owner Dorian LPG Ltd. said it will look to upgrade the main engines of up to 10 of its very large gas carriers (VLGCs) to dual fuel technology utilizing liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as fuel.The ship owner has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with marine service provider Hyundai Global Service Co., Ltd (HGS) to undertake research and preliminary engineering studies for the project.The initiative follows the conclusion of a study announced in September 2017…

The Board of Directors of Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) today adopted a shareholder rights plan and declared a dividend distribution of one preferred share purchase right on each outstanding share of Company common stock (each, a "Right"). The shareholder rights plan will replace the Company's existing rights plan that is due to expire pursuant to its terms on December 20, 2016. John Hadjipateras, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, stated: "The Board's decision to adopt the rights plan underscores its commitment to the equitable treatment of all the Company's shareholders. The Rights are intended to enable all Company shareholders to realize the long-term value of their investment in the Company.

Dorian LPG Ltd.  reported today that it took delivery of the ECO VLGC Caravelle from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries.  The Caravelle is Dorian LPG's 19th and final scheduled newbuilding delivery. The Caravelle will trade in the Helios LPG Pool. In addition, Dorian LPG announced that it recently completed the sale of the Grendon, its 5,000 cubic meter pressurized gas carrier, to unrelated Asian interests. CEO and Chairman John Hadjipateras commented, "With the delivery of the Caravelle and the sale of the Grendon, our fleet is comprised solely of VLGCs and firmly positions us as a leading operator of modern Eco VLGCs focused on providing safe, reliable and trouble-free transportation."

Dorian LPG Ltd. a leading owner and operator of modern very large gas carriers, today reported its financial results for the three months ended December 31, 2015. John Hadjipateras, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "The third quarter was an extremely busy period for Dorian as we took the delivery of seven new Eco-design VLGCs. Our cash flow generated from operations has allowed us to repurchase an additional 480,231 shares of our common stock for $5.8 million over the quarter under the board's previously announced authorization to repurchase up to $100 million on or before December 31, 2016. Going forward, we anticipate higher profits and cash generated from operations as a result of our larger fleet, assuming continued favorable market conditions.

Dorian LPG Ltd., a leading owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers ("VLGCs"), reported today that it took delivery of the ECO VLGC Challenger from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries.  The Challenger is Dorian LPG's 18th newbuilding delivery. The Challenger will trade in the Helios LPG Pool. With the acquistion of this newly-delivered Challenger, Dorian LPG currently owns and operates 21 modern VLGCs and one pressurized LPG vessel. In addition, Dorian LPG has one ECO VLGC newbuilding under construction. Dorian LPG has offices in Connecticut, USA, London, United Kingdom and Athens, Greece.

Dorian LPG Ltd.  a leading owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers ("VLGCs"), reported today that it has taken delivery of the ECO VLGC Commander from Hyundai Heavy Industries. The Commander is Dorian LPG's 15th newbuilding delivery. The Commander will trade in the Helios LPG Pool.

Dorian LPG Ltd took delivery of five vessels under our ECO-design VLGC newbuilding program, the Continental, the Constitution, the Commodore, the Cresques and the Constellation. "We continue to find prompt employment out of the yard for our newbuildings, which highlights the underlying strength of the VLGC freight market and the success of the Helios LPG pool. The strong rate environment and our young, quickly-growing fleet have allowed us to generate results ahead of our expectations," John added. It has also reported fiscal second-quarter profit of $41.2 million. The liquified petroleum gas shipping company posted revenue of $74.9 million in the period.

Dorian LPG Ltd. a leading owner and operator of modern very large gas carriers today reported its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2015. John Hadjipateras, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We took the delivery of five new Eco-design VLGCs this past quarter and are nearing the completion of the build-out of our fleet. We continue to find prompt employment out of the yard for our newbuildings, which highlights the underlying strength of the VLGC freight market and the success of the Helios LPG pool. The strong rate environment and our young, quickly-growing fleet have allowed us to generate results ahead of our expectations.

Dorian LPG Ltd. reported today that on October 22, 2015, it took delivery of the ECO VLGC Cheyenne from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. The Cheyenne is Dorian LPG's 13th newbuilding delivery. The Cheyenne will trade in the Helios LPG Pool.

Dorian LPG Ltd.  a leading owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers ("VLGCs"), reported today that it has taken delivery of the ECO VLGC Clermont from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. This will be Dorian LPG's twelfth newbuilding delivery. The Clermont will trade in the Helios LPG Pool. On September 30th the company had taken delivery of the ECO VLGC Constellation from Hyundai Heavy Industries.

Dorian LPG Ltd.  a leading owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers ("VLGCs"), reported today that it took delivery of the ECO VLGC Constitution from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. Constitution, Dorian LPG's eighth newbuilding delivery, will be operated in the Helios LPG Pool.

Dorian LPG Ltd. an owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGC), reported today that it took delivery of the ECO VLGC Continental from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. Continental is Dorian LPG's seventh newbuilding delivery and will be operated in the Helios LPG Pool.

Scorpio Tankers Inc has agreed to sell its 6 million common shares of Dorian LPG Ltd to BW Euroholdings Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of BW Group Limited, for a purchase price of $15.34 per share. The shares will be sold pursuant to an effective resale registration statement filed by Dorian LPG on July 8, 2015, and are expected to be delivered to BW Euroholdings Limited on or around July 22, 2015. Following the sale, the Scorpio will continue to own 3,392,083 shares of Dorian's common stock, which is approximately 5.8% of Dorian. Scorpio Tankers, a provider of marine transportation of petroleum products worldwide, currently owns 76 tankers (16 LR2 tankers…

Clay Maitland, Founding Chairman of the North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) announced today, “NAMEPA welcomes our newest board member, Marina Hadjipateras, Vice President Corporate Communications with Dorian LPG Ltd. Ms. “Ms. Hadjipateras brings experience in the global maritime industry and increases the breadth of NAMEPA’s board which takes us forward as we plan for a sustainable future. As VP Corporate Communications, she works closely with mariners, shipowners and investors in the marine industry.” Mr. Maitland remarked, “We are delighted to welcome Ms.

Dorian LPG Ltd., a leading owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers reported today that it took delivery of the ECO VLGC Cobra from Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. As previously announced, Cobra, Dorian LPG's sixth newbuilding delivery, will enter into a one year time charter with an oil major through the Helios LPG Pool. Dorian LPG has 13 ECO VLGC newbuildings under construction. Dorian LPG has offices in Connecticut, USA, London, United Kingdom and Athens, Greece.

Dorian LPG Ltd., an owner and operator of modern Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs), reported today that it has taken delivery of the ECO VLGC Concorde from Hyundai Heavy Industries. Concorde, Dorian LPG's fifth newbuilding delivery, will initially trade in the spot market through the Helios LPG Pool.

Dorian LPG Ltd. today announced the commencement of operations of Helios LPG Pool LLC on April 1st, 2015. Helios LPG is jointly run by Dorian LPG and Phoenix Tankers Pte. Ltd., a 100% subsidiary of Mitsui OSK Lines Ltd. Helios LPG will be operated out of offices in London and Singapore. Tim Hansen, Chartering Manager of Dorian LPG (UK) Ltd., will serve as the Managing Director of the London office and Harpal Cheema, General Manager of Phoenix Tankers' LPG division, will serve as the Managing Director of the Singapore office. John Hadjipateras, CEO of Dorian LPG, has been named Chairman of the Board. Tetsuro Ishiura, Phoenix Tankers Managing Director…

Scorpio Tankers Inc. announced today that it has recently taken delivery of three newbuilding vessels. * STI Pontiac, an MR product tanker, was delivered from Hyundai Mipo Dockyard of South Korea in March 2015. Upon delivery, this vessel began a time charter for up to 120 days at approximately $18,200 per day. * STI Manhattan, an MR product tanker, was delivered from SPP Shipbuilding of South Korea in March 2015. Upon delivery, this vessel began a time charter for up to 120 days at approximately $19,600 per day. * STI Winnie, an LR2 product tanker, was delivered from Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering in March 2015. Upon delivery, this vessel began a voyage for 55 days at approximately $33,500 per day. Scorpio Tankers Inc.

Dorian LPG Ltd. today reported its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2014. Took delivery of the second vessel under our VLGC newbuilding program, the Corsair, from Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. Ltd. ("Hyundai"), on September 26, 2014 - which is trading in the spot market. Captain John NP recorded time charter equivalent ("TCE") rate of $71,355 for the three months ended September 30, 2014. John Hadjipateras, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "We made progress in Q2 2015, as we continued to build out our fleet with the delivery of the Corsair in late September. We currently own and manage a modern fleet of 5 VLGCs and one pressurized LPG carrier.

Scorpio Tankers Inc. announced today that it has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.12 per share, reflecting an increase of 20% over the previous quarterly dividend, has entered into an agreement to purchase two newbuilding LR2 product tankers, has taken delivery of three newbuilding vessels, and provided an update on its investment in Dorian LPG Ltd ("Dorian"). On November 10, 2014, the Scorpio Tankers' board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.12 per share, payable on December 12, 2014 to all shareholders as of November 25, 2014 (the record date). As of November 10, 2014, there are 163,586,411 shares outstanding.

Dorian LPG Ltd. reported that on January 2nd it took delivery of the ECO VLGC "Corvette" from Hyundai Heavy Industries. "Corvette", Dorian's third newbuilding delivery, will initially trade in the spot market and is the first of 15 deliveries that the Company expects in 2015.