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Western Bulk Chartering AS — Investor Relations & Filings

Ticker · WEST ISIN · NO0010768096 LEI · 2138005JUC8BMOEGIG97 OL Transportation and storage
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Filings indexed 201 across all filing types
Latest filing 2022-08-15 Earnings Release
Country NO Norway
Listing OL WEST

About Western Bulk Chartering AS

https://www.westernbulk.com/

Western Bulk Chartering AS is a global dry bulk operator that matches cargo with vessels. The company charters a commercially controlled fleet of 100 to 150 vessels, primarily in the Handysize to Ultramax segments, to transport a diverse range of commodities for customers worldwide. These commodities include minerals, timber, cement, bauxite, steel products, and grains. The company operates with a decentralized commercial structure, where specialized teams manage specific geographical areas or vessel segments. This model leverages local market knowledge to provide efficient and reliable shipping services to its global customer base of approximately 300 clients.

Recent filings

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Western Bulk achieved a record first half year with net profit after tax of USD 37.4 million and declares a dividend for the second quarter of USD 13 million
Earnings Release Classification · 100% confidence The document text explicitly announces record net profit after tax for the first half of 2022 (USD 37.4 million) and declares a quarterly dividend for the second quarter (USD 13 million). This content structure—summarizing key financial performance metrics for a period (H1 2022) and announcing a dividend—is characteristic of an Earnings Release (ER). It provides key highlights rather than the comprehensive detail expected in an Interim Report (IR) or Annual Report (10-K). The dividend declaration is a secondary, but common, component of such an announcement. Since it is a summary of period results, ER is the most appropriate classification. H1 2022
2022-08-15 English
Western Bulk is inviting to an investor presentation in connection with the release of its H1 2022 Financial Report
Investor Presentation Classification · 98% confidence The document text explicitly states that Western Bulk is inviting investors to an 'investor presentation' in connection with the release of its H1 2022 Financial Report. The document details the time, date, and method (Teams) for attending this presentation. Since the primary focus is announcing and inviting attendees to a presentation event related to financial results, the most appropriate classification is Investor Presentation (IP). Although it mentions the H1 2022 Financial Report release, the document itself is the invitation/announcement for the presentation.
2022-08-09 English
Western Bulk expecting a record first half year with net profit after tax of USD 37 to 40 million in H1-22
Earnings Release Classification · 98% confidence The document is a short press release announcing expected financial results for the first half of 2022 (H1-22), specifically stating an expected net profit range of USD 37 to 40 million. It also mentions that the 'First Half Year Report for 2022' will be announced on August 15th. Because this document is a preliminary announcement of key financial highlights rather than the comprehensive report itself, it fits the definition of an Earnings Release (ER). The document length is short (3476 chars), and it serves as the initial release of period results. H1 2022
2022-06-14 English
Western Bulk Chartering AS Ex Dividend NOK 4.24 Today
Notice of Dividend Amount Classification · 99% confidence The document explicitly announces that the shares of Western Bulk Chartering AS will trade 'ex-dividend' today, referencing a previous press release about the Q1 2022 cash dividend. This content directly relates to the declaration and details of a dividend payment to shareholders. This matches the definition for 'Notice of Dividend Amount' (DIV). The document is very short (578 chars), but its core purpose is announcing the dividend consequence, not just announcing the report itself.
2022-04-27 English
Western Bulk Chartering AS: Key Information Related to Proposed Cash Dividend *CORRECTION*
Notice of Dividend Amount Classification · 99% confidence The document text explicitly announces key information related to a 'Proposed Cash Dividend,' detailing the dividend amount (4.24 per share), currency (NOK), and critical dates such as the ex-date, record date, and payment date. This content directly matches the definition for 'Notice of Dividend Amount' (DIV). The document length is very short (666 chars), but since it contains the specific details of the dividend itself rather than just announcing that a dividend notice is available, DIV is the most appropriate classification over RPA or RNS.
2022-04-26 English
Western Bulk Chartering AS: Key Information Related to Proposed Cash Dividend
Notice of Dividend Amount Classification · 99% confidence The document explicitly states it contains 'Key Information Related to Proposed Cash Dividend' and lists specific dates (Last day including right, Ex-date, Record date, Payment date) and the dividend amount (4.24 per share). This content directly corresponds to the definition of a Notice of Dividend Amount.
2022-04-25 English

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