Diana Shipping has entered into a time charter contract with Paralos Shipping for one of its kamsarmaxes.

The charter for the 81,513-dwt Astarte (built 2013) will begin on 18 August, the Greek bulker owner said on Tuesday.

The vessel will earn a gross charter rate of $14,000 per day, minus a 5% commission paid to third parties, for a period until at least 15 July 2025 and up to maximum of 15 September 2025.