Diana Shipping, which owns 14.8% of Genco Shipping & Trading, has criticized Genco's board for rejecting its $23.50 per share all-cash acquisition offer made in partnership with Star Bulk Carriers. Diana claims the offer is fully financed with $1.433 billion in committed financing and represents a premium valuation. Frustrated by the board's rejection without engagement, Diana announced plans to pursue a proxy fight to elect independent directors who will explore all value-maximizing opportunities.

Diana Shipping increased its all-cash acquisition offer for Genco Shipping to $23.50 per share, a 31% premium over the initial offer of $20.60, which was previously rejected. The deal includes Star Bulk Carriers acquiring 16 Genco vessels for $470.5 million. All three companies' shares declined on the news.

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. announced it has entered into a conditional agreement to acquire 16 vessels from Diana Shipping Inc. for $470.5 million, contingent upon Diana's successful acquisition of Genco Shipping & Trading Ltd. The transaction will increase Star Bulk's fleet to 157 ships with 15.9 million dwt capacity and is expected to generate immediate incremental revenue and cash flow to support dividend growth and deleveraging.

Diana Shipping has increased its all-cash offer to acquire Genco Shipping & Trading to $23.50 per share (31% premium over pre-announcement price), backed by $1.433 billion in fully committed financing from major banks. Star Bulk has agreed to purchase 16 Genco vessels for $470.5 million upon deal completion. Diana, which owns 14.8% of Genco, is calling on the Genco Board to engage in good faith negotiations and has nominated director candidates for Genco's upcoming Annual Meeting.

Frontline plc announces the resignation of Director Ørjan Svanevik and the appointment of Mikkel Storm Weum as a new Director. Weum brings extensive experience in shipping and maritime industries, currently serving as Investment Director at Seatankers Management Norway AS and holding board positions at Flex LNG Ltd and Star Bulk Carriers Corp.

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