Odfjell SE today reported its results for the third quarter of 2024.
Highlights:
- Odfjell’s strong performance on safety continues with high operational efficiency and no significant incidents during the quarter.
- Odfjell delivered another solid financial result in 3Q24, somewhat below record levels from previous quarter.
- Freight rates remain healthy despite spot rates coming down during the quarter. Our volumes remain stable.
- The time charter earnings in Odfjell Tankers ended at USD 202 million, compared to a record USD 215 million in 2Q24.
- EBIT of USD 91 million compared to USD 107 million in 2Q24.
- Strong quarterly net result of USD 71 million. Net result adjusted for one-off items remained at USD 71 million compared to USD 88 million in 2Q24.
- A limited number of contracts were renewed during the quarter, with rates up 7% on average.
- Net result contribution from Odfjell Terminals was USD 2.9 mill, in line with 2Q24.
- The carbon intensity (AER) for 3Q24 came in at 7.2, marginally up from 2Q24 due to seasonal effects.
- During the quarter, Odfjell took delivery of one newbuilding on long-term time charter. After quarter end, Odfjell declared a purchase option for one 41,000 dwt stainless steel vessel currently on bareboat, to be delivered early 2026.
“Odfjell continues to perform well, with another solid result in 3Q24. Although the spot market has softened since the record levels seen last quarter, it remains at healthy levels. We expect another strong quarter in 4Q24, but below 3Q24 due to weaker spot markets,” said CEO Harald Fotland.