Costamare Inc. announced the acquisition of the 60% equity interest of York Capital in five 2016 - built 14,000 TEU containerships. The acquisition brings the Company’s ownership interest in these five vessels to 100%.
The five vessels were initially contracted as new buildings under the joint venture with York Capital in 2014. The vessels currently operate under long term charters to Evergreen expiring in 2026.
The terms of the acquisition include the option to defer 75% of the purchase price for up to 18 months after closing, as well as the option to pay part of the purchase price with shares of the Company’s common stock.
About Costamare Inc.
Costamare Inc. is one of the world’s leading owners and providers of containerships for charter. Costamare Inc. has 44 years of history in the international shipping industry and a fleet of 79 containerships, with a total capacity of approximately 54 9 ,000 TEU , including five newbuild containerships under construction. Twelve of its containerships have been acquired pursuant to the Framework Deed with York Capital Management by vessel - owning joint venture entities in which we hold a minority equity interest.