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Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE: APD) is a world‑leading industrial gases company that regularly issues news and updates on its operations, projects and corporate actions. This APD news page aggregates company press releases and third‑party coverage so readers can follow developments affecting the industrial gas manufacturing and clean hydrogen sectors.
According to its public statements, Air Products serves customers in refining, chemicals, metals, electronics, manufacturing, medical and food industries across approximately 50 countries. News about the company often covers its role as the leading global supplier of hydrogen, its large clean hydrogen and low‑emission ammonia projects, and its activities in energy, environmental and emerging markets. Announcements related to projects such as a low‑carbon energy complex in Louisiana or participation in the NEOM Green Hydrogen Project in Saudi Arabia illustrate how the company positions itself in the transition to low‑ and zero‑carbon energy.
Investors and industry observers can expect APD news to include quarterly and annual earnings releases, dividend declarations, investor teleconference details, and commentary from leadership on strategy and performance. Regulatory and governance‑related updates, such as Board changes or executive appointments and departures, are typically disclosed through press releases and SEC filings that are also reflected in news coverage.
Sector‑specific updates highlight Air Products’ applications technologies and equipment for areas like the lithium‑ion battery supply chain and food freezing and chilling under its Freshline brand. By reviewing the APD news feed, readers can monitor how the company communicates its strategic focus on core industrial gases, clean hydrogen projects and customer‑focused applications across multiple industries.
Air Products (NYSE: APD) has signed a long-term gas supply contract with Shandong Binhua New Material Co., a subsidiary of Befar Group, to support Binhua's major chemical project in China's Shandong Province. The contract involves building, owning, and operating gas production facilities, including an energy-efficient air separation unit (ASU), to meet Binhua's needs for gaseous oxygen and nitrogen. The facilities are expected to be operational by 2022. This investment enhances Air Products' presence in the region and supports China's chemical industry transformation under the 14th Five-Year Plan.
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Air Products (NYSE:APD) will participate in the virtual Pennsylvania Hemp Summit on Dec. 8-9, 2020. Key representatives, Michael Himes and Timothy Lebrecht, will discuss emerging technologies for the industrial hemp sector. The company is collaborating with the University of Virginia to explore cryogenic freezing benefits for cannabinoid extraction. Air Products highlights how industrial gases enhance the industrial hemp process from harvesting to packaging, showcasing their advanced cryogenic technology aimed at improving efficiency and effectiveness in the industry.
Air Products (NYSE:APD) has appointed Brian Galovich as the new senior vice president and chief information officer (CIO). Reporting to Seifi Ghasemi, CEO, Galovich will oversee technology-driven solutions for operational efficiency, serving over 19,000 employees globally. With 24 years of experience in digital technology, he previously held CIO roles at Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and United Technologies. Galovich's educational background includes degrees from the University of Connecticut, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and Carnegie Mellon University.
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Air Products (NYSE:APD) announced that Chairman, President, and CEO Seifi Ghasemi will speak at the Citi 2020 Basic Materials Virtual Conference on December 1, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. USET. A webcast of the event will be accessible on Air Products' Investor Relations website. The company, a leader in industrial gases, reported fiscal 2020 sales of $8.9 billion and has a market capitalization of approximately $60 billion. Air Products operates globally, focusing on energy, environment, and developing innovative gas solutions.
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Air Products (NYSE:APD) announced the retirement of Margaret G. McGlynn from its Board of Directors, effective November 23, 2020, after 15 years of service due to the company's term limit policy. McGlynn has significant experience in global marketing, government relations, and public policy. Air Products' CEO, Seifi Ghasemi, expressed gratitude for her contributions, stating she played a key role in the company's strategic Five-Point Plan. The company reported fiscal 2020 sales of $8.9 billion and maintains a market capitalization of approximately $60 billion.
The Board of Directors of Air Products (NYSE:APD) declared a quarterly dividend of $1.34 per share, payable on February 8, 2021. Shareholders must be on record by January 4, 2021. In fiscal 2020, the company reported sales of $8.9 billion with a market cap of approximately $60 billion. Air Products has over 19,000 employees and focuses on providing essential industrial gases and technology for various industries, including energy and environmental solutions.
Air Products reported strong fiscal 2020 results with GAAP EPS of $8.55, up 8% despite an estimated $0.60-$0.65 negative impact from COVID-19. GAAP net income rose 7% to $1,931 million, with a net income margin of 21.8%. For Q4 FY20, GAAP EPS decreased 4% to $2.19 due to lower volumes, resulting in a net income of $495 million. The company announced a $7 billion NEOM project to supply carbon-free hydrogen, and also raised its dividend by 15%, marking the largest increase in its history.