
International Seaways to Acquire VLCC Owner Bruton in $370 Million Fleet Expansion
International Seaways has agreed to acquire Oslo-listed VLCC owner Bruton Limited for approximately $370 million, adding four very large crude carriers to its fleet.
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7 articles · Last updated 19 October 2026

International Seaways has agreed to acquire Oslo-listed VLCC owner Bruton Limited for approximately $370 million, adding four very large crude carriers to its fleet.

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