Oslo-based Lorentzen Skibs has sold the Sanoyas built 52,000-dwt bulker Anna (built 2002).

Brokers say the ship has gone for $9m, which is in line with expectations.

Shipowner Nicolai E Lorentzen confirms that the ship is sold, but not delivered yet.

The bulker has been owned by a limited partnership company with Lorentzen as managing owner.

Anna was purchased from Oldendorff Carriers as Anna Oldendorff for $18.3m