Geoffrey Scott's questions to DHT Holdings Inc (DHT) leadership • Q2 2025
Question
Geoffrey Scott of Scott Asset Management asked about the lack of vessel demolition activity and DHT's ability to track the sanctioned fleet's utilization. He also questioned the significant improvement in financing spreads DHT achieved between its April and July credit facilities.
Answer
President & CEO Svein Moxnes Harfjeld stated that tracking the dark fleet is difficult but its productivity is low. He believes high secondhand values for these ships disincentivize scrapping and that a global effort is needed to resolve the issue. On financing, he attributed the favorable terms to DHT's strong balance sheet, low leverage, and solid track record, which make it an attractive partner for its lending banks.