That was the take of a source close to New York-based Gener8 this week after a client note from DNB Markets labelled it a takeover candidate.

Gener8 has been trading poorly in relation to its net asset value (NAV) since its initial public offering (IPO) in New York last year, while Paddy Rodgers-led Euronav and John Fredriksen-run Frontline enjoy a better valuation.

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