At a conference in New York chief executive Ben Ognibene admitted transparency and the performance of his company’s tanker pools are still top priorities but noted diversification is high on the list as well.

“Our focus is on performance but we’d also like to partner with [both new and existing clients] on time-chartered tonnage,” he said.

In addition, Oginbene indicated Heidmar is on the lookout for opportunities to break into segments like dry-bulk, LPG and US-flag.

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