New York-listed Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has secured its second Cargill charter within a month. The commodities giant is chartering in the 2010-built kamsarmax Medusa for up to 16 months.
The 82,194 dwt Tsuneishi-built vessel, which earlier this year came off a long-term charter with ASL Bulk Shipping at $14,250 per day has now secured a dayrate of $13,000, excluding 4.75% commission, from March 15 until at least May 15, 2026.
The deal gives Cargill, which had previously chartered the vessel on multiple occasions, further options until July 15 of the same year.
Athens-based Diana said it should earn close to $5.5m, excluding options.
Last month, the Semiramis Paliou-led company sealed another kamsarmax fixture with Cargill at $13,000 per day for the 2010-built Myrsini. The deal should keep the vessel employed at least until January 2026.