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Alcoa Corp (NYSE: AA) is a global leader in aluminum production, spanning bauxite mining, alumina refining, and primary metal manufacturing. This page serves as a comprehensive resource for tracking the company’s official announcements, strategic initiatives, and market developments.
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Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) announced the purchase of group annuity contracts to transfer approximately $1 billion in pension obligations for U.S. retirees. This transaction, set to complete later this month, is part of Alcoa's strategy to strengthen its balance sheet and manage risks associated with pension plan volatility. This marks the fifth such transaction since 2018, totaling $3.3 billion. Alcoa expects a non-cash settlement charge of about $635 million related to this transfer but anticipates that its pension plans will remain fully funded post-transaction.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share, set to be paid on August 25, 2022. Shareholders on record as of August 9, 2022 will receive this dividend. Alcoa is recognized as a global leader in bauxite, alumina, and aluminum products, committed to reinventing the industry sustainably. The company emphasizes integrity, operating excellence, and community strength in its operations.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) announced the imminent construction of new casting equipment at its Deschambault smelter in Canada, aimed at enhancing casting capabilities to include standard ingots. This approximately $8 million investment is set to be completed by Q1 2023 and will complement existing T-bar ingot production. The new capabilities will allow for more flexible alloying in response to customer demands, particularly in the automotive industry. The Deschambault smelter also recently upgraded its electrical infrastructure to boost aluminum production.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) will curtail one of three smelting lines at its Warrick Operations in Indiana due to operational challenges. The affected line, with an annual capacity of 54,000 metric tons, is expected to be fully curtailed by July 1, 2022. The Warrick facility has a total capacity of 269,000 metric tons across five potlines, of which three are operational. Alcoa's focus will be on safe capacity reduction while maintaining production at the remaining lines.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) has announced an amendment to its Revolving Credit Facility, establishing a new $1.25 billion agreement with enhanced terms, including sustainability-linked metrics. This facility, maintained by a syndicate of banks through Alcoa Nederland Holding B.V., extends its maturity from November 2023 to June 2027. Key benefits include increased flexibility for dividends and investments, as well as improved sustainability metrics to reduce carbon emissions. Alcoa remains committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) plans to announce its second quarter 2022 financial results on July 20, 2022, after market close. A related presentation will be available on their website. The conference call to discuss these results will start at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Domestic and international callers can join via provided numbers. The call will be webcast live on the company's site and available for replay until July 27, 2022.
Alcoa aims to lead in aluminum innovation and sustainability, emphasizing integrity and operational excellence.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) announced a $51 million project to boost production capacity at its Mosjøen smelter in Norway by 14,000 metric tons per year, increasing the total capacity to 214,000 mtpy by the end of 2026. The project will enhance electrical infrastructure and anode production processes, sustaining Alcoa's commitment to high-quality, low-carbon aluminum. The Mosjøen facility is powered entirely by renewable energy, producing EcoLumTM and EcoDuraTM aluminum products with low carbon emissions.
Alcoa Corporation (AA) has announced a partnership with Hellenic Cables S.A., one of Europe’s largest cable producers, to supply low-carbon EcoLum™ aluminum. This collaboration aims to support Hellenic's commitment to sustainable energy transmission and distribution. EcoLum, produced at hydroelectric-powered smelters, boasts emissions of no more than 4.0 metric tons of CO2e per ton of aluminum. Alcoa reports a three-fold annual increase in demand for its low-carbon Sustana products, indicating a growing market for sustainable materials.
Alcoa Corporation (NYSE: AA) announced that CFO William F. Oplinger will participate in a Q&A session at the Deutsche Bank 13th Annual Global Materials Conference in New York on June 9, 2022, at 9:45 a.m. EDT. The session will cover the company’s market outlook and other important matters. A live audio webcast and a slide presentation will be available on Alcoa's website starting at 7:00 a.m. EDT on the same day, along with a transcript and audio replay post-event. Alcoa aims to innovate sustainably in the aluminum sector.
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