TORM signs new Restructuring Agreement


With reference to yesterday’s Annual General Meeting (cf. announcement no. 6 of 26 March 2015), TORM, certain of its lenders and Oaktree have today entered into a new Restructuring Agreement. The parties are now soliciting support from the remaining lenders. TORM will provide further details on the proposed restructuring in due course.

“I am proud that TORM, certain lenders and Oaktree now have agreed and signed the new Restructuring Agreement. This is an important milestone in the restructuring process. Next step is to get the required lender support in place over the coming weeks to be able to implement the restructuring,” says Chairman of the Board Flemming Ipsen.

The final implementation of the restructuring would be subject to certain conditions precedent, including required approvals from public authorities.

 

 
Contact TORM A/S
Flemming Ipsen, Chairman, tel.: +45 3917 9200
Jacob Meldgaard, CEO, tel.: +45 3917 9200
Christian Søgaard-Christensen, IR, tel.: +45 3076 1288
   
Tuborg Havnevej 18
DK-2900 Hellerup, Denmark
Tel.: +45 3917 9200 / Fax: +45 3917 9393
www.torm.com

About TORM
TORM is one of the world’s leading carriers of refined oil products as well as a player in the dry bulk market. The Company operates a fleet of approximately 80 modern vessels with a strong commitment to safety, environmental responsibility and customer service.
 
TORM was founded in 1889. The Company conducts business worldwide and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark. TORM’s shares are listed on NASDAQ OMX Copenhagen (ticker: TORM). For further information, please visit www.torm.com.
 
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