The Greek owner said it had drawn down $50.16m secured by the 178,000–dwt capesize New York (built 2010) and the 82,000–dwt kamsarmaxes Maia (built 2009) and Myrto (built 2013).

The vessels had debt of $44.35m as of 31 December and this has now been repaid.

Diana Shipping has 40 dry bulk vessels.