BRIEF-Star Bulk Carriers says reverse stock split to be effective in October

Oct 12 (Reuters) - Star Bulk Carriers Corp :

* Announces reverse stock split to be effective October 15, 2012

* Says has determined to effect a 1-for-15 reverse stock split of the company's

common shares

* No fractional shares will be issued in connection with reverse split of

issued and outstanding common stock

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