The transaction will result in a net gain of approximately US$90 million for OTBV. Closing of the transaction is subject to customary regulatory approval.
Commenting on the transaction Kristian Mørch, CEO of Odfjell and Chairman of Odfjell Terminals B.V., said: "We are pleased to have concluded on the sale of our Oman terminal at what we believe is a very attractive valuation and is a testimony to the strength and quality of the investments made in Oman since 2008.”
Frank Erkelens, CEO of Odfjell Terminals B.V. comments: “We appreciate the cooperation we have had with our good partners in Oman, and wish them a successful future further developing the full potential of the terminal. This divestment is in line with our strategy to focus on the terminals where we have managerial control of the assets and to further invest in growth opportunities in our core markets, such as Houston and Rotterdam.”
