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DryShips Inc. Overview

Address

80 Kifissias Ave.,
Maroussi Athens, 
 15125 Greece
Phone: +30-210-809-0570

Company Description

DryShips sails the seven seas with a fleet of about 40 dry bulk carriers. The company's vessels carry commodities such as coal, iron ore, and grain, as well as bauxite, fertilizers, and steel products. The fleet, which is made up mainly of Panamax vessels, but also includes Capesize and Supramax units, has an overall capacity of more than 3.4 million deadweight tons (DWT). Vessels are chartered to shipping companies largely on the spot market, but also on long-term contracts. In addition to its dry bulk business, DryShips operates in the deep water oil drilling business, boasting two semisubmersible drilling rigs and four newbuilding drillships. The company acquired OceanFreight in 2011.

DryShips Inc. Company Profile Report

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Sections Included in Report

  • Company Overview
  • Company Description
  • People
  • Biographies
  • Historical Events
  • Industry Information
  • Financial Summary
  • Annual Income Statement
  • Quarterly Cash Flow
  • Annual Balance Sheet
  • Quarterly Balance Sheet
  • Annual Cash Flow
  • Quarterly Income Statement
  • Earning Estimates
  • Financial Market Data
  • Historical Financials
  • Competitors List
  • Competitive Landscape

Company Profile Report Highlights

  • Company Description

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  • Industry Information

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  • Biographies

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  • Company History

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  • Key People

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  • Company Financials

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Overview

The US deep sea shipping industry includes about 300 establishments (single-location companies and units of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $8 billion. Major companies include APL, Crowley, and Overseas Shipholding Group. The industry is highly concentrated: the 50 largest companies account for more than 90 percent of industry revenue.

SIC: 4412

NAICS: 483111

 

Sample Questions & Answers

What concerns does the company have about possible shifts in international trade policies?

Because of the international nature of deep sea shipping, changes in trade agreements between nations can significantly affect a carrier's profitability. Carriers are also exposed to risks associated with changes to laws or regulations governing...

 

How does the company manage increases in the cost of bunker fuel?

Fuel accounts for a large portion of deep sea vessel operating expenses. A $1 increase in the price of a ton of bunker fuel can add millions of dollars in annual operating expenses for a large shipping company. Carriers can offset fuel price...

 

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General Report Description

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Sections Included in Report

  • Industry Overview
  • Quarterly Industry Update
  • Business Challenges
  • Trends and Opportunities
  • Call Preparation Questions
  • Financial Information
  • Industry Forecast
  • Website and Media Links
  • Glossary of Acronyms

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    DryShips Inc.  Overview

    Top 3 Competitiors

    Company: A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S
    Location: Copenhagen, Denmark

    Company: Baltic Trading Limited
    Location: New York, NY

    Company: Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc.
    Location: Houston, TX

    Industries where DryShips Inc. Competes

    Deep Sea Freight Transportation
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    Competitive Landscape Brief

    Demand is driven by oil and gas prices. The profitability of individual companies depends on technical expertise and efficiency of operations. Large companies can offer a broad range of services. Small firms can compete effectively by specializing in a particular type of service or geographic area. The industry is highly competitive in both the domestic and international markets. Larger companies typically earn more than 60 percent of revenue outside the US.

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    Sections Included in Report

    • Key Numbers
    • Profitability
    • Valuation
    • Operations
    • Financial Ratios
    • Per Share Data ($)
    • Growth Statistics
    • *Data provided for 3 to 30 competitors

      Company Landscape Report Highlights

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