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Astec Names Chad Hartley Group President – Infrastructure Solutions

Astec Industries (NASDAQ: ASTE) named Chad Hartley Group President – Infrastructure Solutions, effective May 11, 2026, and added him to the Executive Leadership Team.

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Astec Industries (NASDAQ: ASTE) named Chad Hartley Group President – Infrastructure Solutions, effective May 11, 2026, and added him to the Executive Leadership Team. Mr. Hartley joins from Regal Rexnord, where he served as President, Conveyance Solutions, and held senior global commercial and operations roles.

The appointment highlights Astec's focus on operational, product and commercial leadership for its Infrastructure Solutions segment.

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News Market Reaction – ASTE

In the Apr 20 session, ASTE declined 1.40%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

This announcement adds an experienced Group President to Astec’s Infrastructure Solutions segment, w...
Analysis

This announcement adds an experienced Group President to Astec’s Infrastructure Solutions segment, which follows a period of record 2025 sales, a larger backlog of $514.1M, and the EPS-accretive CWMF acquisition. Investors may watch how the new leader integrates into the Executive Leadership Team and executes on operational and commercial priorities. Upcoming catalysts include the May 6, 2026 Q1 earnings call and ongoing progress in leveraging expanded Infrastructure Solutions capacity.

Key Figures

Q4 2025 net sales: $400.6M FY 2025 net sales: $1,410.4M FY 2025 net income: $38.8M +5 more
Q4 2025 net sales
$400.6M
Record fourth quarter 2025 net sales
FY 2025 net sales
$1,410.4M
Full year 2025 net sales
FY 2025 net income
$38.8M
Full year 2025 net income
FY 2025 adj. EBITDA
$140.7M
Full year 2025 adjusted EBITDA
Backlog
$514.1M
Backlog after 22.5% growth
2026 adj. EBITDA outlook
$170M–$190M
Company’s 2026 adjusted EBITDA expectation
CWMF purchase price
$67.5M
Cash consideration for CWMF acquisition
Quarterly dividend
$0.13/share
Declared cash dividend payable March 31, 2026

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Apr 15
5 events
  1. Apr 15

    Earnings call notice

    24h Move
    -2.6%

    Scheduled Q1 2026 results call and webcast details.

  2. Feb 25

    Earnings results

    24h Move
    +4.8%

    Record Q4 and full-year 2025 sales, higher backlog and EBITDA guidance.

  3. Feb 23

    Dividend declaration

    24h Move
    +1.0%

    Announced quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share.

  4. Feb 04

    Earnings call notice

    24h Move
    +0.4%

    Set date and time for Q4 and full-year 2025 call.

  5. Jan 02

    Acquisition close

    24h Move
    +3.0%

    Closed $67.5M CWMF deal, adding revenue and Infrastructure Solutions capacity.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., April 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astec Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTE) announced today that Chad Hartley will join Astec as Group President – Infrastructure Solutions and member of the Executive Leadership Team on May 11, 2026.

Mr. Hartley most recently served as President, Conveyance Solutions at Regal Rexnord, a NYSE listed global manufacturing company. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President of Global Sales & Marketing, leading commercial strategy. Mr. Hartley held progressively broader leadership roles during his time at Regal Rexnord and Emerson Electric across operations, supply chain, sales and marketing and general management, including an expatriate assignment in Shanghai, China as Vice President & General Manager. Mr. Hartley noted, “I am excited to join the Astec Industries team and lead the Infrastructure Solutions group. Astec has a strong legacy of innovation and customer focus, and I look forward to building on that foundation, driving operational, product and commercial excellence, and delivering long-term value for our customers and stakeholders.”

“I am excited to welcome Chad to Astec and to our leadership team,” said Jaco van der Merwe, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Chad is a highly accomplished manufacturing professional with a strong track record of driving positive results, in large, diverse, multinational operations within the manufacturing sector.”

About ASTEC

Astec is a manufacturer of specialized equipment for asphalt road building, aggregate processing and concrete production. Astec's manufacturing operations are divided into two primary business segments: Infrastructure Solutions that includes road building, asphalt and concrete plants, thermal and storage solutions; and Materials Solutions that includes our aggregate processing equipment.

Safe Harbor Statements under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995

This News Release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements relate to, among other things, income, earnings, cash flows, changes in operations, operating improvements, businesses in which we operate, the United States and global economies and guidance for fiscal 2026. Statements in this News Release that are not historical are hereby identified as "forward-looking statements" and may be indicated by words or phrases such as "anticipates," "supports," "plans," "projects," "expects," "believes," "should," "would," "could," "forecast," "management is of the opinion," use of the future tense and similar words or phrases. These forward-looking statements are based largely on management's expectations, which are subject to a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors discussed and described in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including those risks described in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors thereof, and in other reports filed subsequently by us with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those risks described in Part II, Item 1A in our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, which may cause actual results, financial or otherwise, to be materially different from those anticipated, expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements included in this document are based on information available to us on the date hereof, and we assume no obligation to update any such forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances, except as required by law.

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Contact:
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When will Chad Hartley start as Group President – Infrastructure Solutions at Astec (ASTE)?

He will start on May 11, 2026, joining Astec's Executive Leadership Team. According to the company, Mr. Hartley will lead the Infrastructure Solutions group and report into executive management to oversee road building, asphalt and concrete product lines.

What experience does Chad Hartley bring to Astec (ASTE) from Regal Rexnord?

He served as President, Conveyance Solutions at Regal Rexnord, with broad leadership across sales and operations. According to the company, Hartley led commercial strategy and held roles in supply chain, general management, and an expatriate assignment in Shanghai.

How might Chad Hartley's hire affect Astec's Infrastructure Solutions segment (ASTE)?

The hire adds senior commercial and operational leadership aimed at driving product and commercial excellence. According to the company, his background is intended to support operational improvements and long-term value for customers and stakeholders.

Who commented on Chad Hartley's appointment at Astec (ASTE)?

CEO Jaco van der Merwe publicly welcomed Hartley and praised his manufacturing track record. According to the company, the CEO cited Hartley’s experience in large, diverse multinational manufacturing operations as a key reason for the hire.

What business areas will Chad Hartley oversee as Group President at Astec (ASTE)?

He will lead the Infrastructure Solutions business, covering road building, asphalt and concrete plants, thermal and storage solutions. According to the company, this role is focused on operational, product and commercial leadership across those product lines.

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