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Ticker · BELCO ISIN · NO0003094104 LEI · 5967007LIEEXZXJCKO49 OL Transportation and storage
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Filings indexed 692 across all filing types
Latest filing 2018-10-05 AGM Information
Country NO Norway
Listing OL BELCO

About Belships

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Belships is a fully integrated shipowner and operator specializing in the dry bulk shipping segment. The company operates a modern and uniform fleet of geared Ultramax bulk carriers, characterized by a low average age that enhances operational efficiency. Belships provides global shipping transportation services, managing its vessels on both long and short-term contracts to serve a diverse international client base. In addition to its core shipowning activities, the company also offers commercial and technical ship management services. Its subsidiary, Norwegian Bulk Carriers AS, is a global dry bulk operator with a particular focus on the Atlantic basin.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
Belships ASA : Notice of extraordinary general meeting - approval of merger plan and share capital increase
AGM Information Classification · 1% confidence The document is explicitly titled "INNKALLING TIL EKSTRAORDINÆR GENERALFORSAMLING" (Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting) in Norwegian and "NOTICE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING" in English. It details the agenda for a meeting scheduled for October 26, 2018, which includes key corporate actions like a proposed merger (Fusjon) and a related capital increase (Kapitalforhøyelse), as well as the election of a new board member. The document also includes sections for shareholder registration (PÅMELDING) and proxy voting (FULLMAKT). This content perfectly matches the definition of materials shared during a General Meeting, specifically an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). Therefore, the appropriate classification is AGM-R (AGM Information), as this code covers materials shared during General Meetings, including EGMs.
2018-10-05 English
Belships ASA : Notice of extraordinary general meeting - approval of merger plan and share capital increase
M&A Activity Classification · 1% confidence The document is titled "Notice of extraordinary general meeting - approval of merger plan and share capital increase" for Belships ASA. It explicitly calls for an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) to approve a merger plan and a related share capital increase. This content relates directly to corporate actions involving capital structure changes (share capital increase) and significant transactions (merger). While it mentions a merger (TAR) and capital change (SHA), the primary purpose of this specific document is the formal notice and calling of the general meeting required to approve these actions. Since the document is a formal notice for a meeting that will vote on a merger and share capital increase, it strongly aligns with the context of corporate governance and shareholder meetings, but the core subject matter is the merger and capital change. Given the options, 'TAR' (M&A Activity) or 'SHA' (Share Issue/Capital Change) are relevant, but the document is fundamentally a notice for a meeting to approve these items. However, the most specific category covering the approval of a merger plan is 'TAR' (M&A Activity). Since it is a notice for a meeting, it could also be related to AGM-R if it were an AGM, but this is an EGM notice. Given the focus on the 'merger plan' and 'share capital increase', 'TAR' (Merger/Takeover) is a strong fit for the underlying transaction being voted on, or 'SHA' for the capital increase. Since the document is a 'Notice' and not the final result or the full merger agreement, and it is calling a meeting, it is a regulatory announcement. If we must choose the best fit for the *subject matter* being approved, the merger is central. If we focus on the *type* of announcement, it's a notice for a meeting. Since the merger is the key driver, TAR is plausible. However, the document explicitly mentions the 'share capital increase' as a key agenda item. Let's re-evaluate based on the definitions. It is a notice for an EGM. It is not a DEF 14A (Proxy) or AGM-R (AGM material). Since it deals with a merger and capital increase, and it is a formal notice, it fits best under the general umbrella of significant corporate actions. Given the explicit mention of 'merger plan' and 'share capital increase', and the document being a formal notice, 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is the most specific category for the underlying transaction being approved, even though it is presented as a meeting notice. If the document were solely about the voting results, it would be DVA. Since it is the notice calling the meeting to approve the merger, TAR is the best fit for the substance.
2018-10-05 English
Belships ASA : Detailed stock exchange announcement - Belships to merge with Lighthouse Group
M&A Activity Classification · 1% confidence The document details a significant corporate action: a merger between Belships ASA and the Lighthouse Companies, including the signing of a Merger Plan, valuation details, exchange ratios, expected shareholder vote (EGM), and post-merger shareholding structure. This type of transaction, involving the combination of entities and issuance of new shares as consideration, falls under the category of major corporate restructuring or financing activities. Since the document explicitly details the terms of the merger and the resulting capital structure change, it aligns best with the 'Capital/Financing Update' (CAP) category, as it is fundamentally about changing the capital structure through a merger. While it might lead to an EGM vote, the core subject is the transaction itself, not just the voting results (DVA) or a general announcement of a report (RPA/RNS). It is a detailed announcement of a capital-altering transaction.
2018-10-04 English
Belships ASA : Detailed stock exchange announcement - Belships to merge with Lighthouse Group
M&A Activity Classification · 1% confidence The document text describes a 'merger plan' between Belships and Kontrari, detailing asset acquisition, consideration shares, exchange ratios, and strategic rationale. It includes detailed fleet information, charter backlogs, and key investment highlights, structured as a presentation. The content is highly strategic and forward-looking, typical of materials presented to investors or shareholders to explain a major corporate action (the merger) and the company's ongoing strategy. This format strongly aligns with an Investor Presentation (IP), which is a detailed presentation focusing on financials, strategy, and market position, rather than a formal regulatory filing like a 10-K or an Earnings Release (ER). The presence of a disclaimer typical of investment materials further supports this classification.
2018-10-04 English
Belships ASA : Detailed stock exchange announcement - Belships to merge with Lighthouse Group
M&A Activity Classification · 1% confidence The document text explicitly discusses a 'Detailed stock exchange announcement' concerning a 'merge' between Belships ASA and Lighthouse Group. It details the signing of a 'merger plan' and mentions the issuance of consideration shares. This clearly falls under corporate actions related to mergers and acquisitions. The filing type 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is the most appropriate classification for announcements related to merger proposals or takeover bids.
2018-10-04 English
Belships ASA : Report 2nd quarter 2018
Interim / Quarterly Report Classification · 1% confidence The document is a comprehensive financial report for the second quarter of 2018 for Belships ASA. It includes detailed financial statements (Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income, Consolidated Balance Sheet), management commentary, fleet status, and a responsibility statement from the Board. It is not an announcement of a report, but the report itself, containing substantive financial data for an interim period. Q2 2018
2018-08-23 English

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