Seatrium Ltd (5E2.SI) saw its stock price plummet by 4.50% in Friday's trading session, following news of a legal settlement with EIG Management Company. The company, which is listed on the Singapore Exchange, confirmed in a filing that it had resolved the dispute for $1 million.
The legal case, originally brought against Keppel Offshore and Marine, was inherited by Seatrium following its merger with Sembcorp Marine. While the settlement amount of $1 million may seem relatively small for a company of Seatrium's size, investors appeared to react negatively to the news, possibly due to concerns about potential future legal liabilities or the financial impact of the merger.
The sharp decline in Seatrium's stock price suggests that market participants are reassessing the company's risk profile and financial outlook in light of this development. As the offshore and marine industry continues to face challenges, investors will likely keep a close eye on Seatrium's ability to manage legal risks and successfully integrate its merged operations.