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Global Ship Lease

Global Ship Lease (NYSE:GSL) specializes in owning and chartering out container ships to liner operators. The company’s fleet comprises different sizes of vessels that cater to a variety of cargo capacities, which ensures they meet the diverse needs of their customers. Operating globally, Global Ship Lease focuses on securing long-term charters to provide steady revenue streams, while simultaneously exploring opportunities to expand its fleet through strategic acquisitions. The primary objective revolves around capitalizing on market trends to optimize fleet performance and deliver value to stakeholders. Through maintaining high vessel utilization rates and stringent cost control measures, Global Ship Lease aims to strengthen its market position and ensure sustainable growth.

Snapshot

Public USOwnership
2007Year founded
7Employees
London, United KingdomHead office
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Global footprint

Operations

Products and/or services of Global Ship Lease

  • Container ship leasing to international shipping companies, providing a fleet for global trade routes.
  • Sale and leaseback transactions, offering financial flexibility to operators.
  • Vessel management services, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
  • Dry docking and special surveys, maintaining vessel compliance and seaworthiness.
  • Fleet modernization programs, investing in eco-friendly and efficient ships.
  • Charter services, offering flexible leasing terms to accommodate market fluctuations.

Global Ship Lease executive team

  • Georgios Giouroukos YouroukosExecutive Chairman
  • Thomas A. ListerChief Executive Officer
  • Anastasios PsaropoulosCFO & Treasurer
  • George GiannopoulosChief Compliance Officer
  • Maria DaneziCompany Secretary

Dividend history

Dividends per share paid by Global Ship Lease, by financial year.

Global Ship Lease dividends per share by financial year
Financial yearInterimFinalSpecialTotal
FY2026(to date)———$1.8750
FY2025———$2.1250
FY2024———$1.6500
FY2023———$1.5000
FY2022———$1.3750

Key financials

Reported results for Global Ship Lease, in USD.

Market cap
1.5B
Revenue (TTM)
760.8M
P/E ratio
4.1
EPS (diluted, TTM)
10.2
Dividend yield
5.9%
Profit margin
50.4%
Global Ship Lease annual revenue and income
Fiscal year endRevenueOperating incomeNet income
766.5M388.9M416.5M
705.5M379.1M353.6M
666.7M343.2M304.5M
604.5M354.2M292.9M