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Diana Shipping Launches Proxy Fight Against Genco's Board

1/17/2026

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Diana Shipping plans a proxy fight to replace Genco Shipping and Trading's board after Genco rejected its takeover offer of $20.60 per share.
Diana Shipping holds nearly 15% of Genco and intends to nominate experienced executives to the board.
Genco's board will review the nominees, arguing the offer undervalued the company.
Genco also proposed a reverse takeover to acquire Diana.

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Diana Shipping plans a proxy fight to replace Genco Shipping and Trading's board after Genco rejected its takeover offer of $20.60 per share.
Diana Shipping holds nearly 15% of Genco and intends to nominate experienced executives to the board.
Genco's board will review the nominees, arguing the offer undervalued the company.
Genco also proposed a reverse takeover to acquire Diana.