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Albemarle Corporation (NYSE: ALB) serves as a global leader in specialty chemicals and lithium production, driving innovation in energy storage and advanced manufacturing. This dedicated news hub provides investors and industry professionals with timely updates on corporate developments, financial performance, and strategic initiatives shaping the future of critical resource management.
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Albemarle has unveiled its project plan for the Kings Mountain Mine, a major lithium deposit in the U.S. The plan includes reducing land disturbance by utilizing former mine sites, sustainable materials management, and high environmental standards aligned with the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA). The mine is expected to produce 420,000 tons of lithium-bearing spodumene concentrate annually, boosting the U.S. lithium supply for sustainable transportation and defense applications. The project has received significant funding from the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Energy. An Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) is underway, encouraging community engagement and aiming to mitigate adverse impacts.
On May 22, 2024, International Paper (NYSE: IP) announced the election of Jamie A. Beggs and Scott A. Tozier to its Board of Directors, effective May 21, 2024. Additionally, Ilene S. Gordon retired from the Board due to personal and health reasons.
Beggs, a seasoned financial executive, is currently Senior Vice President and CFO of Avient Tozier, a strategic advisor and former CFO at Albemarle , brings extensive financial and M&A experience. Both will join the Audit and Finance Committee and the Public Policy and Environment Committee.
These changes leave the IP Board with 11 directors, nine of whom are independent. Clinton A. Lewis, Jr. was named chair of the Governance Committee.
Albemarle and Martin Marietta Materials have signed an innovative agreement to utilize limestone material from Albemarle's Kings Mountain Mine in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. The agreement aims to support local communities and reduce operational footprints while contributing to sustainable resource management. Albemarle plans to deliver limestone material to Martin Marietta's Kings Mountain Quarry for processing and sale as construction aggregate, with royalty fees benefiting local initiatives.
Albemarle (NYSE: ALB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share with an annualized rate of $1.60. The dividend will be payable on July 1, 2024, to shareholders of record as of June 14, 2024.
Albemarle reported its first quarter 2024 results, with net sales of $1.4 billion driven by energy storage volume growth. The company achieved net income of $2 million and adjusted diluted EPS of $0.26. They also delivered over $90 million in productivity and restructuring cost savings in Q1 and reaffirmed their FY 2024 corporate outlook. Albemarle's CEO highlighted the team's agility in market conditions, emphasizing their focus on profitable organic growth and value creation.
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