Thomas Steed's questions to NORDIC AMERICAN TANKERS (NAT) leadership • Q1 2023
Question
Private investor Thomas Steed, identifying as a U.S. merchant marine tanker man, asked about the majority nationality of the company's licensed officers and engineers.
Answer
Herbjørn Hansson (Founder, Chairman and CEO) responded that the company employs multinational crews, including some ships with all-Filipino nationals. He specifically noted that Russian and Ukrainian crew members work excellently together on their vessels. He also stressed the company's strict adherence to U.S. regulations and highlighted its strong operational safety record and long-term dividend history.