Capital Tankers Corp. Achieves Landmark Euronext Growth Oslo Listing with NOK 4.8 Billion Capital Raise and Strong Investor Demand

Caption: Evangelos Marinakis, the founder and chairman of Capital Maritime & Trading Corp. rang the bell this morning to celebrate the listing of Capital Tankers Corp. on Euronext Growth Oslo. The company was welcomed by Eirik Høiby Ausland, Head of Listing Nordics in Euronext. (Photo: Thomas Brun | NTB)

(IN BRIEF) Capital Tankers Corp. has debuted on Euronext Growth Oslo in what is the largest western shipping listing in two decades, following a heavily oversubscribed NOK 4.8 billion private placement. The listing, which values the company at approximately NOK 17.56 billion, attracted strong interest from over 900 investors, including a significant retail segment. The company is focused on building a leading position in the global crude tanker market, supported by a modern fleet of 30 vessels, with a large portion still under construction and scheduled for delivery through 2028. With many ships featuring dual-fuel LNG capabilities, Capital Tankers is positioned to benefit from both operational efficiency and evolving environmental regulations. The successful listing highlights strong investor confidence in both the company’s strategy and the broader tanker market outlook.

(PRESS RELEASE)  OSLO, 17-Mar-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — Euronext has marked a major milestone in the shipping sector with the listing of Capital Tankers Corp. on Euronext Growth Oslo, representing the largest western shipping listing in the past 20 years. The newly formed tanker company entered the market following a highly successful NOK 4.8 billion private placement, equivalent to around USD 500 million, reflecting strong investor confidence. The listing also stands as the 11th admission on Euronext in 2026 and the sixth involving an international company this year.

Capital Tankers Corp. is building a significant presence in the global crude tanker market, supported by a modern and fuel-efficient fleet of 30 vessels. Currently, nine ships are operational, while 21 additional vessels are under construction, with deliveries planned over the coming years. Incorporated in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the company aims to establish itself as a leading player in the crude tanker segment by combining scale, efficiency, and advanced vessel technology.

The listing was completed through the admission of 131,050,000 common shares, with the possibility of increasing this number to 135,700,000 shares if the Greenshoe option is exercised in full. At market opening, shares were priced at NOK 134, resulting in a market capitalisation of approximately NOK 17.56 billion.

Investor demand for the private placement was exceptionally strong, leading to an upsizing of the offering. The transaction attracted more than 900 investors, including a substantial retail component with over 500 individual applicants, underscoring broad market interest in the company’s strategy and asset base.

Jerry Kalogiratos, CEO of Capital Tankers Corp., highlighted the significance of the listing, noting that the strong response to the USD 500 million equity raise reflects both the quality of the company’s fleet and the favourable outlook for the crude tanker market. He also pointed to the efficiency and structure of Euronext Growth Oslo as key factors in enabling the company to access a sophisticated investor base and execute the transaction successfully.

The listing ceremony was marked by Evangelos Marinakis, founder and chairman of Capital Maritime & Trading Corp., ringing the opening bell, alongside Euronext representatives, symbolising the company’s entry into the public market.

Capital Tankers Corp. operates a fleet comprising 12 VLCCs, 10 Suezmax vessels, and 8 Aframax/LR2 tankers. Of the total fleet, 18 vessels are equipped with dual-fuel LNG capabilities, positioning the company to benefit from potential fuel efficiency gains and regulatory advantages. The company also holds options for 13 additional crude tankers, supporting its long-term growth ambitions.

About Capital Tankers Corp.  

Capital Tankers Corp. (Euronext Growth Oslo: CAPT) is a Marshall Islands-incorporated owner of modern crude and product tankers primarily trading its vessels in the spot market. The company owns a fleet of 30 super-eco vessels — 12 VLCCs, 10 Suezmaxes, and 8 Aframax/LR2s — comprising 9 sailing vessels and 21 newbuilds scheduled for delivery between 2026 and 2028, with options for 13 additional crude tankers.  Eighteen of the 30 vessels have dual-fuel LNG capabilities, providing the company with significant potential fuel and regulatory cost advantages.

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