Dynagas LNG Partners reported a higher third-quarter profit that came in slightly above forecasts on Wall Street.

The New York-listed LNG carrier owner reported a $17.3m in net income, which is an improvement on the $16m booked a year earlier.

Adjusted earnings per share of $0.48 was within range of analyst predictions but slightly higher than the average bet of $0.47.

Chief executive Tony Lauritzen said it was another strong quarter for Dynagas Partners, as a vessel delivery led earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation to rise 27%.

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