In an effort to unlock value, the management of Golar LNG Ltd (“Golar”) has decided to split the company into two, following the precedent set by Teekay. The namesake will remain a traditional long-term, low risk, high yield LNG shipping charter company. It will retain 2 LNG carriers and 3 FSRU units on long-term charters to solid counterparties. With forward revenues of $1.9 billion, long-term financing in place and limited capex, the company has high dividend capacity. In addition the company will own a controlling stake in the new entity, Golar LNG Energy (“Energy”), which diversifies itself away from pure
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Tags: · Golar LNG Energy, Golar LNG Ltd, John Fredriksen, Teekay, World Shipholding
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