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DHT Holdings is an independent crude oil tanker company that owns and operates very large crude carriers (VLCCs) primarily through integrated management companies in Monaco, Singapore, Norway, and India. The group gen...

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DHT is well-positioned to capitalize on elevated crude shipping demand and rates through disciplined fleet renewal and strong...

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Industry Tanker Shipping
4 named competitors
4 recent developments
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DHT Holdings, Inc. Overview

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DHT Holdings is an independent crude oil tanker company that owns and operates very large crude carriers (VLCCs) primarily through integrated management companies in Monaco, Singapore, Norway, and India. The group generates revenues from time charter and spot market operations, positioning itself at the intersection of global energy transport and shipping market cycles.

Strategic Profile

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DHT operates a fleet of 22 VLCCs with 10 on time charters and 12 trading in the spot market, and is actively renewing its fleet by selling three 2007-built vessels while adding four fully-funded newbuilds through 2026. The company has strong near-term visibility with 76% of Q1 2026 spot days booked at premium rates well above breakeven, and has secured multi-year contracts at favorable rates like $94,000 per day for one-year charters.

Competitive Landscape

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Key competitors in the VLCC segment include International Seaways, Nordic American Tankers, Teekay, SFL Corporation, and Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, along with larger players like Frontline. Frontline is one of the world's largest tanker companies, operating a fleet of very large crude carriers and Suezmax tankers. DHT differentiates through disciplined fleet management, high payout ratios, and active spot market participation.

Industry Context

DHT Holdings, Inc. operates in Tanker Shipping.

Key facts

Founded: 2005 · Headquarters: Hamilton, Bermuda · Employees: 924 · Revenue: $520M · Market cap: $1.74B

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  • Fleet modernization underway with DHT Antelope delivered in January 2026 and DHT Addax delivered in March 2026, both entering spot market with fully-funded financing reducing capital uncertainty.
  • Strong market dynamics reflected in 76% Q1 2026 bookings at $78,900/day and recent one-year charter at $94,000/day, well above marginal breakeven rates.
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Recent developments

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  • March 2026Delivered second VLCC newbuilding DHT Addax to fleet; two more newbuilds scheduled for H1 2026 delivery
  • February 2026Secured multiple one-year time charters at premium rates ($90K-$105K per day) for vessels with global energy companies
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FrontlineWorld's largest VLCC and Suezmax tanker operator→International SeawaysLarge independent tanker company operating VLCCs and Suezmax vessels→Nordic American TankersVLCC and Suezmax tanker operator with global presence→TeekayDiversified tanker fleet operator including VLCCs→

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Frequently asked questions

What does DHT Holdings, Inc. do?+
DHT Holdings is an independent crude oil tanker company that owns and operates very large crude carriers (VLCCs) primarily through integrated management companies in Monaco, Singapore, Norway, and India. The group gen...
What is DHT Holdings, Inc.'s Cyborg Score?+
DHT Holdings, Inc. has a Cyborg Score of 7/10 (Strong). The score synthesizes business model, financials, leadership, competitive position, technology, marketing, and ESG dimensions across hundreds of data points.
Who are DHT Holdings, Inc.'s main competitors?+
Named competitors include Frontline, International Seaways, Nordic American Tankers, Teekay. The full competitive landscape is in the AskCyborg report.
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