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ATHENS, Greece, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaos Corporation, one of the world's largest independent owners of containerships, (the "Company") (NYSE:DAC) announced today a strategic partnership with
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Danaos Corporation has formed a strategic partnership with Glenfarne Group, investing $50 million in the Alaska LNG project and offering LNG carrier construction and operation services. This collaboration aims to deliver 20 MTPA of LNG, enhancing Danaos’s market position in the energy sector.
Sentiment Rationale
Strategic partnerships and investments often lead to enhanced revenue potential and stock appreciation, drawing parallels to similar energy sector developments that have resulted in significant stock gains.
Trading Thesis
Invest in DAC for potential upside in LNG sector over the next 6-12 months.
Market-Moving
- DAC's partnership enhances its revenue streams in the LNG segment.
- The success of the Alaska LNG project could significantly boost DAC's stock value.
- Investment in Glenfarne signals confidence in future LNG demands.
- Construction of LNG carriers diversifies DAC's operational offerings.
Key Facts
- Danaos partners with Glenfarne for Alaska LNG project.
- DAC invests $50 million in Glenfarne Alaska Partners LLC.
- DAC will construct and operate at least six LNG carriers.
- Glenfarne expects to export 20 MTPA of LNG from the project.
- DAC aims to expand its footprint in the LNG and energy markets.
Companies Mentioned
- Glenfarne Group LLC (N/A): Danaos partners to advance Alaska LNG, enhancing strategic growth.
- Baker Hughes (BKR): Partnering in Alaska LNG, influencing performance expectations in the energy sector.
- POSCO International (N/A): Strategic alliance in LNG project could affect energy demand dynamics.
Corporate Developments
The category is 'Corporate Developments' as this partnership signifies a significant strategic move for Danaos in the LNG market. This aligns with trends towards energy diversification and increases DAC's involvement in renewable and non-renewable energy sectors.
ATHENS, Greece, Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Danaos Corporation, one of the world's largest independent owners of containerships, (the "Company") (NYSE:DAC) announced today a strategic partnership with Glenfarne Group LLC ("Glenfarne Group") to advance the Alaska LNG project.
More specifically, Danaos Corporation will make a $50 million development capital equity investment in Glenfarne Alaska Partners LLC while it will also be the preferred tonnage provider to construct and operate at least six LNG carriers to deliver LNG to global customers for Glenfarne Alaska LNG, LLC, majority owner and developer of the Alaska LNG Project.
Glenfarne is developing Alaska LNG in two financially independent phases to accelerate project execution. Phase One consists of a 765-mile, 42-inch pipeline to transport natural gas from Alaska's North Slope to meet Alaska's domestic energy needs. Phase Two will add the LNG liquefaction terminal and related infrastructure to export 20 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) of LNG.
Glenfarne became lead developer of Alaska LNG in March 2025. Since then, Glenfarne has secured preliminary commercial commitments from leading LNG buyers in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and Thailand for 11 MTPA of LNG, and strategic partnerships that also include Baker Hughes and POSCO International. Glenfarne owns 75% of Alaska LNG and the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation owns 25%.
Glenfarne Group is a privately held global developer, owner, and operator of energy infrastructure assets that owns and operates over 60 energy assets through three core businesses: Global LNG Solutions, Grid Stability, and Renewables. Glenfarne's permitted North American LNG portfolio totals 32.8 MTPA of capacity under development in Alaska, Louisiana, and Texas.
Danaos Chief Executive Officer Dr. John Coustas commented: "As Alaska LNG opens up a major new source of North Pacific energy, Danaos is pleased to offer our shipping expertise to reliably serve customers across the region and around the world with safe, competitive LNG delivery. This transaction provides us with an opportunity to expand on our expertise in global seaborne transportation and expand the footprint of Danaos in the LNG and Energy segments."
About Danaos Corporation
Danaos Corporation is one of the largest independent owners of modern, large-size container vessels. Our current fleet of 75 container vessels aggregating 477,491 TEUs and 25 under construction container vessels aggregating 163,950 TEUs ranks Danaos among the largest container vessels charter owners in the world based on total TEU capacity. Danaos has also invested in the dry bulk sector with the acquisition of 11 capesize drybulk vessels, which on a fully delivered basis, aggregate approximately 1,943,286 DWT. Our container vessels fleet is chartered to many of the world's largest liner companies on fixed-rate charters. Our long track record of success is predicated on our efficient and rigorous operational standards and environmental controls. Danaos Corporation's shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "DAC".
Visit our website at www.danaos.com.
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