Taiwan Navigation Co Ltd
Taiwan Navigation Co Ltd operates in the marine freight and logistics industry, providing transportation services for cargo and passengers, primarily through its fleet of vessels and port operations.
Business. Taiwan Navigation Co Ltd (2617.TW) is a marine freight and logistics company operating within the transportation industry. The firm generates service revenue through shipping activities, with performance typically measured by metrics such as fleet utilization and time charter equivalent rates. Headquartered in Taiwan, the company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange. Specific details regarding operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not disclosed.
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Taiwan Navigation Co Ltd (2617.TW) is a marine freight and logistics company operating within the transportation industry. The firm generates service revenue through shipping activities, with performance typically measured by metrics such as fleet utilization and time charter equivalent rates. Headquartered in Taiwan, the company is listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange. Specific details regarding operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not disclosed.
Taiwan Navigation Co Ltd maintains a relatively conservative capital structure, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41, indicating a moderate reliance on debt financing. The company's liquidity position is characterized as medium, with a current ratio of 1.86, suggesting it can cover its short-term obligations but with limited excess capacity. However, the company's free cash flow is negative at -492.29 million TWD, and capital expenditures are substantial at -1.42 billion TWD, indicating ongoing investment in its fleet and infrastructure. Despite this, the company's operating cash flow remains positive at 923.19 million TWD, supporting its operational flexibility.
Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 1.4% and a return on assets (ROA) of 0.9%, both below the industry median for marine freight and logistics firms. The company's net income of 242.64 million TWD is supported by an operating income of 404.72 million TWD, with a gross profit of 445.16 million TWD on total revenue of 1.13 billion TWD. These figures suggest the company is generating modest returns relative to its asset base and equity, which may indicate pricing pressures or operational inefficiencies in the sector.
The company's geographic and segment exposure is not explicitly detailed in the available data, but as a marine freight and logistics provider, it is likely exposed to regional trade flows and port operations in the Asia-Pacific region. Revenue concentration data is not available, but the company's operations are likely diversified across multiple shipping routes and services.
Looking ahead, the company's growth trajectory is not clearly defined in the available data. Analysts have assigned a mean recommendation of 1.00 (strong buy), with one strong buy and no other ratings, suggesting a positive outlook. However, the company's free cash flow and capital expenditures suggest ongoing investment rather than immediate growth in revenue or profitability. The company's net income and operating income have remained relatively stable, but without clear guidance on future revenue expansion, the growth outlook remains uncertain.
The company's risk profile is characterized by a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The risk assessment notes that net cash is negative after subtracting total debt, which could limit the company's ability to fund operations or new investments without external financing. However, the dilution risk is low, with no near-term pressure from share issuance or other dilutive events. The company's capital structure and liquidity position suggest it is managing its debt obligations effectively, but the negative free cash flow and high capital expenditures may pose challenges in the medium term.
Recent events and disclosures do not include any material changes in the company's operations or financial position. The company's latest earnings report showed an actual EPS of 3.17 TWD, slightly below the mean estimate of 3.69 TWD, indicating some underperformance relative to analyst expectations. No recent filings or transcripts have been disclosed that would suggest a material shift in the company's strategy or financial outlook.
- The company maintains a conservative capital structure with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41.
- Free cash flow is negative, and capital expenditures are high, indicating ongoing investment in the business.
- Return on equity and return on assets are below industry medians, suggesting modest profitability.
- Analysts have assigned a strong buy rating, but the company's growth trajectory is not clearly defined.
- The company's liquidity position is medium, and net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.
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Generated · model-assistedRevenue grew at an 8.1% CAGR over four years, showing consistent top-line expansion despite recent net income volatility.
Cash conversion ratio of 3.8 ranks in the top quartile, outperforming the 1.65 cohort median significantly.
Debt-to-equity ratio of 0.41 is below the 0.32 cohort median, suggesting a conservative leverage profile relative to peers.
Return on equity of 1.4% lags the 4.5% cohort median, indicating inefficient use of shareholder capital.
The company faces high credit risk, posing a significant threat to financial stability and borrowing costs.
Capex intensity of -1.26 is in the bottom quartile, reflecting excessive capital spending relative to revenue.
In focus — financials by report
Revenue TWD 1.08B, +5,7% YoY; Operating income +21,2% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 1.08B, +5,7% YoY
- ▍Operating income +21,2% YoY
- ▍Net income +23,1% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +944,6% YoY
- ▍Net margin 27.5%
Revenue TWD 1.17B, +7,4% YoY; Operating income +11,6% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 1.17B, +7,4% YoY
- ▍Operating income +11,6% YoY
- ▍Net income +11,9% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +1,1% YoY
- ▍Net margin 28.9%
Revenue TWD 1.08B, −6,3% YoY; Operating income −6,6% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 1.08B, −6,3% YoY
- ▍Operating income −6,6% YoY
- ▍Net income +41,3% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +167,4% YoY
- ▍Net margin 52.3%
Revenue TWD 1.02B, −9,4% YoY; Operating income −11,8% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 1.02B, −9,4% YoY
- ▍Operating income −11,8% YoY
- ▍Net income −26,4% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +178,5% YoY
- ▍Net margin 17.5%
Revenue TWD 1.02B; Operating income TWD 346.6M.
- ▍Revenue TWD 1.02B
- ▍Operating income TWD 346.6M
- ▍Net margin 23.6%
Revenue TWD 4.30B, −2,3% YoY; Operating income −4,4% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 4.30B, −2,3% YoY
- ▍Operating income −4,4% YoY
- ▍Net income +3,3% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +152,4% YoY
- ▍Net margin 30.8%
Revenue TWD 3.99B, +3,0% YoY; Operating income +8,7% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 3.99B, +3,0% YoY
- ▍Operating income +8,7% YoY
- ▍Net income −17,5% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow −101,3% YoY
- ▍Net margin 41.7%
Revenue TWD 3.87B, +20,0% YoY; Operating income +2,2% YoY.
- ▍Revenue TWD 3.87B, +20,0% YoY
- ▍Operating income +2,2% YoY
- ▍Net income +52,6% YoY
- ▍Free cash flow +84,8% YoY
- ▍Net margin 52.0%
Revenue TWD 3.23B; Operating income TWD 1.11B.
- ▍Revenue TWD 3.23B
- ▍Operating income TWD 1.11B
- ▍Net margin 40.9%
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| Metric | Our forecast | Guidance | Consensus |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | —no estimate | —no estimate | 3,69 |
| Revenue | —no estimate | —no estimate | 4,8B TWD |
| Operating income | —no estimate | —no estimate | 1,6B TWD |
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24 tracked| Asset | Type | Commodity | Country | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENGHU | Vessel | — | South China Sea, Taiwan Strait Waypoint | Manager |
| PENGHU | Vessel | — | South China Sea, Taiwan Strait Waypoint | Registered owner |
| TAI HOMAGE | Vessel | — | Colima, West Coast Central America Bulker Zone, Pacific Ocean (Central America), Mexico | Manager |
| TAI HONOR | Vessel | — | West Coast South America Bulker Zone, South Pacific Ocean (South America) | Manager |
| TAI HORIZON | Vessel | — | South East Asia Bulker Zone, East Indian Ocean | Manager |
| TAI KEENNESS | Vessel | — | Nopac Bulker Zone, Columbia River | Manager |
| TAI KEYSTONE | Vessel | — | Persian Gulf Bulker Zone, Persian Gulf | Manager |
| TAI KINDNESS | Vessel | Alumina / Bauxite | South East Asia Bulker Zone, Pacific Ocean (Oceania) | Manager |
| TAI KINGDOM | Vessel | Coal | Indonesia, South East Asia Bulker Zone, Banda and Timor Seas | Manager |
| TAI KINSHIP | Vessel | Coal | South East Asia Bulker Zone, Pacific Ocean (Oceania) | Manager |
| TAI KNIGHT | Vessel | Iron Ore | Black Sea Bulker Zone, Black Sea, Turkey | Manager |
| TAI KNIGHTHOOD | Vessel | — | Far East Bulker Zone, East China Sea, China (Mainland) | Manager |
| TAI KNOWLEDGE | Vessel | — | Indonesia, East Kalimantan, South East Asia Bulker Zone, Sulawesi Sea | Manager |
| TAI KUDOS | Vessel | Soybean | South Africa Bulker Zone, West Indian Ocean | Manager |
| TAI SENTRY | Vessel | Dry Bulk Freight | South Africa Bulker Zone, South Atlantic Ocean | Manager |
| TAI SPLENDOR | Vessel | — | South West Africa Bulker Zone, Gulf of Guinea, Togo | Manager |
| TAI SPRING | Vessel | — | North West Africa Bulker Zone, East Atlantic Ocean (Africa) | Manager |
| TAI STAMINA | Vessel | Soybean | West Indian Ocean, Indian Ocean Bulker Zone | Manager |
| TAI STAR | Vessel | Soybean | Far East Bulker Zone, South China Sea | Manager |
| TAI STEADINESS | Vessel | — | West Coast South America Bulker Zone, Pacific Ocean (Central America) | Manager |
| TAI STRENGTH | Vessel | Coal | East Coast India Bulker Zone, East Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka East Waypoint | Manager |
| TAI STRIDE | Vessel | — | East Coast South America Bulker Zone, Parana River, Argentina | Manager |
| TAI SUCCESS | Vessel | — | West Atlantic Ocean (Americas) | Manager |
| TAI SUMMIT | Vessel | — | Shandong, Far East Bulker Zone, East China Sea, China (Mainland) | Manager |
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- Taiwan Navigation Co Ltd Market data — financials · 2026-05-26
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