SOLE SHIPPING SO GP IV LIMITED

Thesis

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, the firm operates with a strategy focused on acquiring vessels through sale and leaseback transactions under bareboat charter agreements. Their core investment philosophy centers on sourcing counterparties for these transactions, targeting reputable counterparties and ensuring deals meet their investment criteria. While specific sector preferences are not detailed beyond shipping and marine vessels, their strategy is described as value-added. Sole Shipping invests on behalf of institutional partners, utilizing a range of strategies across various asset classes and regions, with teams operating globally. The firm has facilitated investments through fund structures, including Fund II, Fund III, and Fund IV. Deal sizes for Fund III can range from USD 10 million to USD 200 million, with opportunities for co-investment. Specific AUM figures for SOLE SHIPPING SO GP IV LIMITED are not publicly available, with Form ADV filings indicating "None" for AUM as of April 21, 2026. However, Sole Shipping Special Opportunities Fund III closed on USD 177 million in committed capital. Sole Shipping boasts a multi-disciplinary, international team with over 100 years of combined experience in ship owning, investing and financing, ship management, operations, contract negotiation, technical consulting, insurance, accounting, administration, and compliance. Sole Shipping's fleet inc