Vantage Corp’s Subsidiary Completes Acquisition of 60% Interest in Peijun Marine Consultant Co., Limited

SINGAPORE--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Vantage Corp (NYSE American: VNTG) (“Vantage” or the “Company”), a shipbroking company providing comprehensive services including brokerage, consultancy, and operational support in the tanker market, announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of 60% of the issued share capital of Peijun Marine Consultant Co., Limited (“Peijun Marine”), based in Hong Kong, through its wholly owned holding subsidiary, Vantage (BVI) Corporation.

“After the completion of thorough due diligence and standard closing procedures, I am pleased to announce the successful acquisition of a 60% ownership interest in Peijun Marine,” said Vantage Corp CEO Andre D’Rozario. “This milestone is a pivotal stepping stone that strengthens our presence in Greater China and enhances our Petrochemicals and Sales & Purchase practices. Peijun Marine brings established client relationships and operational expertise that will deliver immediate value to our operations, while providing a platform to accelerate regional growth and unlock synergies across Vantage’s expanding Asia network. With Peijun Marine joining PJ Marine Singapore and our ongoing plans to complete the acquisition of a 60% interest in PJ Marine Shanghai, we are building a tri-hub operational model in Asia that will better position Vantage to serve global clients across key trade routes. We remain focused on strategic acquisitions that drive long-term growth and value creation for our shareholders, and look forward to sharing further updates as we continue to integrate and expand our operations in the region.”

About Vantage Corp

Founded in 2012 by five seasoned shipbrokers, Vantage Corp provides comprehensive shipbroking services, including operational support and consultancy services, in the tanker markets, covering clean petroleum products (“CPP”) and petrochemicals, dirty petroleum products (“DPP”), biofuels and vegetable oils. Vantage Corp also has a sales & projects team, a research/strategy team and an IT team. Vantage over the years has emerged as a trusted intermediary and a pivotal link between oil companies, traders, shipowners, and commercial managers, ensuring smooth logistical flow for cargo deliveries to timely demurrage and claims settlements. Through its 100%-owned subsidiary Vantage (BVI) Corporation, Vantage Corp operates a growing network of regional subsidiaries, including Vantage Shipbrokers Pte Ltd (Singapore), Vantage Nexus Commercial Brokers Co., L.L.C (UAE), PJ Marine Singapore Pte. Ltd., and Peijun Marine Consultant Co., Limited. Vantage Corp listed on the NYSE American on 12 June 2025. For more information, visit https://www.vantageshipbrokers.com/.

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