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Earnings call · Jun 2026 (Q2 FY26)

TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION Q2 FY26 earnings call TEN

Sep 10, 2026 Source

Executive summary

Tsakos Energy Navigation Q2 FY26 — Record Profitability and Fleet Renewal

Tsakos Energy Navigation reported record profitability, driven by a robust tanker market and strategic fleet renewal initiatives. Geopolitical events, while challenging, have significantly amplified market strength, enabling the company to secure long-term employment with favorable profit-sharing terms. Management is focused on enhancing shareholder returns and optimizing its substantial newbuilding program.

Highlights

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  • Reported net income of $228 million for H1 FY26, a 253% increase year-over-year.

  • Gross revenues increased to $551 million in H1 FY26, up $161 million from the prior year.

  • Profit-sharing arrangements contributed $71 million in H1 FY26, a 7x increase compared to H1 2025.

  • The $3.1 billion newbuilding program for 26 vessels has appreciated by at least 30%, now valued at approximately $3.8 billion to $3.9 billion.

  • Paid $1.60 per share in dividends during calendar year 2026, with plans for further increases.

Concerns

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  • Geopolitical tensions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz caused severe disruption to global shipping and led to attacks on vessels.

  • Elevated crude and product prices negatively affected global oil demand.

  • Fleet voyage expenses increased to $82 million in H1 FY26, primarily due to a 25% rise in bunker prices.

Guidance & targets

CategoryTargetConfidence
Dividend increase
significant increase
high materiality
High
Full-year revenue
exceeding $1 billion significantly
high materiality
High
Series E preferred redemption
considering taking out
medium materiality
Medium
Series E preferred redemption EPS accretion
add anywhere between $0.30 and $0.40
medium materiality
Medium

Orderbook & backlog

Forward committed earnings $3.5 billion Q2 FY26

Total forward committed earnings providing a cushion for continued success over the next 2-3 years.

Deals & partnerships

Independent third parties Sale of 2 2006-built Suezmax tankers $100 million

The vessels were repurchased for cash upon maturity of their lease at a significant discount to fair market value prior to sale.

U.S. oil major 10-year employment for DP2 shuttle tanker Anfields expected gross revenue $500 million 10 years, with options to extend to 20 years

Commenced employment on July 28 after delivery of the vessel.

Capital programs

Newbuilding Program underway $3.1 billion
Spent to date: 7 of 26 vessels delivered
Start: 2023

Benefit:26 vessels, 4.8 million deadweight ton

Program valuation has increased by at least 30% to $3.8-$3.9 billion. 19 newbuildings still to be delivered, expected to significantly boost earnings and revenues.

DP2 Shuttle Tanker Anfields delivered

Benefit:1 vessel

Third in a series of 12 DP2 shuttle tankers. Delivered on July 28 and commenced a 10-year employment with a U.S. oil major, with options to extend to 20 years. Expected gross revenue of $500 million if extended to maximum duration.

Risks & headwinds

Geopolitical tensions and Strait of Hormuz closure ongoing

effectively halting normal global oceangoing commerce

Mitigation:Company continues to avoid the Strait of Hormuz; U.S. naval blockade tries to manage safe passage.

Attacks on oceangoing vessels and seafarer safety ongoing

Vessels have been attacked, and seafarers serving onboard have been injured and killed

Mitigation:Company prioritizes safety of seafarers and vessels, making careful decisions in an 'operational minefield'.

Elevated crude and product prices affecting global oil demand ongoing

affected global oil demand

Mitigation:Despite higher prices, geopolitical events have significantly added to market strength.

Increased bunker prices H1 FY26

25% increase

Mitigation:Partially offset by strong market rates and profit-sharing arrangements.

Operational minefield due to geopolitical events ongoing

daily business change as we speak

Mitigation:Maintaining a steady course and making decisions with responsibility to seafarers and vessel safety.

What to watch in Q3 FY26

Dividend increase announcement

After November strategy meeting
Current $1.60 per share paid in CY26
Target Higher semiannual dividend

Why it matters

Indicates management's confidence in sustained profitability and commitment to shareholder returns.

We're looking forward for a nice dividend announcement after our strategy meeting in November.

Q&A highlights

Clarify Q2 profit sharing contribution and provide an outlook for the second half of the year.

The Q2 profit sharing contribution was $30.5 million. Management expects a significant increase in profit sharing for the second half of the year due to renegotiated minimums and more favorable arrangements, especially with 13 vessels, including 9 larger ones, on profit-sharing contracts.

“We're expecting significant increase in profit sharing for the second half of the year. We have renegotiated drastic increases in minimums. And also, the profit sharing arrangements are much more favorable to the owners.”

asked by Charles Fratt · answered by Nikolas Tsakos

1 min read 5 chapters

Detailed narrative

Fleet Strategy and Renewal

TEN is actively upgrading its fleet, having divested 20 older vessels (average age 17.3 years, 2 million DWT) and replaced them with 35 contracted and modern acquired vessels (average age 0.5 years, 4.8 million DWT). This includes a significant newbuilding program of 26 vessels, with 7 already delivered, whose valuation has increased by at least 30% since contract, now estimated at $3.8 billion to $3.9 billion.

Market Conditions and Profit Sharing

The tanker market is experiencing unprecedented strength, driven by major oil companies' strong appetite for long-term charters, particularly for younger vessels. TEN is capitalizing on this by balancing long-term employment with market exposure through spot and profit-sharing rates, which significantly boosted revenue contribution in the first half of 2026.

Geopolitical Impact on Operations

The war in the Middle East and the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz have created substantial market dislocation, increasing ton-mile demand and supporting robust tanker rates. The company prioritizes safety by avoiding the Strait of Hormuz and navigating the 'operational minefield' with responsibility to its seafarers and vessel integrity.

Shareholder Returns Focus

Management emphasized its commitment to rewarding shareholders, having paid $1.60 per share in dividends in calendar year 2026 and planning further increases after the November strategy meeting. The potential redemption of the $120 million Series E preferred shares, with a 9.25% coupon, is also under consideration to enhance shareholder value.

Operational Efficiency and Financial Performance

Despite geopolitical challenges and increased bunker prices, TEN maintained high fleet utilization at 96.5% in H1 FY26. The time charter equivalent rate per ship per day rose by 41% to $43,503, reflecting strong market conditions and efficient operations, contributing to record net income and adjusted EBITDA.

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