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KNOT Offshore Partners LP (KNOP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: KNOP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $11.97
1 Year Target Price $11.97
| 3 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 20.66% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 312.69M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 42.62 | 1Y Target Price 11.97 |
Price to earnings Ratio 42.62 | 1Y Target Price 11.97 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta -0.06 | 52 Weeks Range 5.22 - 9.00 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.22 - 9.00 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.16% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.21 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.44% | Operating Margin (TTM) 26.29% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.31% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.31% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 42.62 | Forward PE 6.1 | Enterprise Value 1181568769 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.98 |
Enterprise Value 1181568769 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.98 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.62 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.26 | Shares Outstanding 34045100 | Shares Floating 22175911 |
Shares Outstanding 34045100 | Shares Floating 22175911 | ||
Percent Insiders 28.38 | Percent Institutions 28.7 |
Upturn AI SWOT
KNOT Offshore Partners LP
Company Overview
History and Background
KNOT Offshore Partners LP (KNOP) was formed in 2013 by Knutsen NYK Offshore Tankers AS to own and operate shuttle tankers under long-term charters in the North Sea and Brazil.
Core Business Areas
- Shuttle Tanker Operations: Owns, operates, and acquires shuttle tankers under long-term charters. Shuttle tankers transport crude oil from offshore oil fields to onshore terminals and refineries.
Leadership and Structure
The company is structured as a master limited partnership (MLP). Trygve Seglem serves as a Director. Gary Chapman has served as the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary of the company.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Shuttle Tanker Services: Provides transportation of crude oil from offshore oil fields using specialized shuttle tankers, primarily in the North Sea and Brazil. Market share data is difficult to determine precisely for KNOP specifically due to its relatively niche market and limited available data. Competitors include Teekay Shuttle Tankers and Altera Infrastructure.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The shuttle tanker industry is driven by offshore oil production, particularly in harsh environments like the North Sea and Brazil. Demand depends on production levels and the need for specialized vessels.
Positioning
KNOP focuses on long-term charters with major oil companies, providing stable revenue streams. Its competitive advantage lies in its specialized fleet and experience in demanding operating environments.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global offshore support vessel market size was valued at USD 24.61 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow from USD 25.85 billion in 2024 to USD 37.03 billion by 2032. KNOP's position within this TAM is concentrated on the shuttle tanker segment, a smaller portion with specific requirements.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Long-term charters provide stable revenue
- Specialized fleet designed for harsh environments
- Strong relationships with major oil companies
Weaknesses
- Concentration in the shuttle tanker market
- Sensitivity to oil prices and production levels
- MLP structure can be complex and less attractive to some investors
Opportunities
- Expansion into new offshore oil producing regions
- Acquisition of additional shuttle tankers
- Potential for higher charter rates in a tightening market
Threats
- Decline in offshore oil production
- Increased competition from other shuttle tanker operators
- Regulatory changes affecting offshore operations
- Fluctuations in interest rates affecting debt financing
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- TK
- OSG
Competitive Landscape
KNOP was competitive due to its specialized fleet and long-term charters. Its competitors have similar strengths. KNOP no longer competes because it has been acquired.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: KNOP's historical growth was tied to the acquisition of additional vessels and securing long-term charters. This has now ended.
Future Projections: No future projections are applicable, as it is no longer a public company.
Recent Initiatives: KNOP was acquired by KNOT Holdco AS, an entity controlled by Knutsen NYK Offshore Tankers AS, effectively taking the company private. The trading of the common units was suspended on October 12, 2023
Summary
KNOT Offshore Partners LP (KNOP) was a master limited partnership focused on owning and operating shuttle tankers under long-term charters. KNOP has now been acquired by Knutsen NYK Offshore Tankers AS making it a private company, so any analysis from this point forward is no longer necessary. The company had stable revenue due to these long-term charters. As a private company, it no longer requires the scrutiny that comes with being listed on US stock exchange
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (historical)
- Industry Reports
- Press Releases
Disclaimers:
Data is based on publicly available information and estimations. This is not financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Information may be outdated due to the delisting of KNOP.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About KNOT Offshore Partners LP
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-04-10 | CEO & CFO Mr. Derek Lowe | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees 1 | |
Full time employees 1 | |||
KNOT Offshore Partners LP acquires, owns, and operates shuttle tankers under long-term charters in the North Sea and Brazil. It provides loading, transportation, and discharge of crude oil under time charters and bareboat charters. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Aberdeen, the United Kingdom.
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