Bahri adds to fleet 19 vessels in 12 months amid solid financial performance

Six modern secondhand vessels were acquired and commercially deployed during the second quarter of 2025 by the National Shipping Company of Saudi Arabia (Bahri), comprising of five very large crude carriers (VLCCs) and one multipurpose vessel. An additional secondhand VLCC acquired in June entered operation in July 2025, according to the company’s statement.

Over the past 12 months, Bahri acquired 19 modern vessels to bring its fleet size to a total of 103 owned vessels. Furthermore, the company continued to complement its owned fleet with chartered vessels. These included 13 vessels under long-term leases, all serving the Chemicals BU, as of end of June 2025.

“We are solidifying Bahri’s leadership position in the shipping and logistics sector and gained significant momentum over the past 12 months, acquiring 19 modern vessels to bring our fleet to a total of 103 vessels today. We have done this expansion prudently and ensured that every vessel adds value and broadens our service offerings for our global clients,” commented Eng. Ahmed Al Subaey, chief executive officer of Bahri.

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