Greek Company Tops Chart Of Biggest Second-Hand Buyers In 2018 – VesselsValue

Biggest spenders of 2018

VesselsValue’s Senior Analyst Court Smith gives a rundown on which countries have splashed the most cash on second-hand vessel purchases over 2018.

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Greece

The biggest buyer in 2018 of second-hand vessels is the Greek company Star Bulk Carriers. The vessels involved in the 2018 transactions were valued at just under 1 billion USD on the day of sale. Star Bulk have acquired vessels from a variety of sources: 6 capesize bulkers in a part share and part cash deals from...

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Offshore drillers Ensco and Rowan in $12 billion merger

A Rowan jackup drilling rig. Rowan Companies photo

Offshore drillers Ensco plc and Rowan Companies plc announced yesterday that the companies will combine in an all-stock transaction. The agreement was unanimously approved by each company’s board of directors. The companies anticipate that the transaction will close during the first half of 2019.

Under agreement, Rowan shareholders will receive 2.215 Ensco shares for each Rowan share. Upon closing, Ensco and Rowan shareholders will own approximately 60.5% and 39.5%, respectively, of the...

https://www.workboat.com/news/offshore/offshore-drillers-ensco-and-rowan-in-12-billion-merger/