Diana Shipping (DSX) said Wednesday it has increased its offer to acquire all the shares of Genco Shipping & Trading (GNK) that it does not already own to $24.80 a share in cash from $23.50.
Diana said it has also extended the expiration for the tender offer to 5 pm New York City time on June 26.
The company said the increased offer is fully financed, with $1.43 billion in financing arranged by DNB Carnegie and Nordea, with participation from other banks.
Diana also said it has nominated six candidates to Genco's board.
Genco didn't immediately respond to a request for comment by.
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