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GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is a leading provider of railcar leasing and maintenance services, aspiring to be the finest railcar leasing company globally. Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, GATX has been delivering high-quality railcars and services for over 118 years. The company operates through four primary business segments: Rail North America, Rail International, and Portfolio Management.
GATX controls one of the largest railcar lease fleets in the world, serving a variety of industries including refining and petroleum, chemicals and plastics, transportation, mining, and food and agriculture. The company's fleet comprises tank and freight railcars, which are leased across North America, Europe, and Asia.
GATX is committed to relentless execution and seamless service, powered by a diverse team of passionate professionals from finance, operations, engineering, manufacturing, sales, research, and technology. The company continually strives to meet the highest standards of service excellence for its customers, shareholders, employees, and the communities where it operates.
Recent achievements and ongoing projects underscore GATX's dedication to innovation and operational efficiency. The company remains focused on growing its leasing portfolio while maintaining financial stability and forging strategic partnerships to enhance service offerings. For more details, visit the company's website at www.gatx.com.
GATX (NYSE: GATX), a global leader in transportation asset leasing, has appointed Christopher LaHurd as senior vice president, international. LaHurd will focus on developing and implementing strategic initiatives to capitalize on growth opportunities in the European rail market. He will work closely with Johann Feindert, CEO of GATX Rail Europe, to drive momentum in their European railcar leasing and maintenance platform, which has a fleet approaching 30,000 wagons.
LaHurd, who joined GATX in 2008, has served in various finance and business development roles, most recently as vice president of international business development. This appointment aligns with GATX's mission to provide innovative, unparalleled service in transporting goods safely and sustainably while supporting employee and community well-being.
GATX (NYSE: GATX) has announced its quarterly dividend of $0.58 per common share, payable on September 30, 2024, to shareholders of record on September 13, 2024. This dividend remains unchanged from the previous quarter. GATX, founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, has maintained an uninterrupted quarterly dividend since 1919.
The company specializes in leasing transportation assets, including railcars, aircraft spare engines, and tank containers to customers worldwide. GATX's mission focuses on providing innovative and unparalleled service, enabling safe and sustainable transportation while supporting employee and community well-being.
GATX reported 2024 second-quarter net income of $44.4 million, or $1.21 per diluted share, compared to $63.3 million, or $1.74 per diluted share, in Q2 2023. The company reiterated its 2024 full-year earnings guidance of $7.30–$7.70 per diluted share. Key highlights include:
- Rail North America's fleet utilization remained high at 99.3%
- Renewal lease rate change was positive 29.4% with an average renewal term of 61 months
- Investment volume was $442.0 million in Q2 and $820.6 million year-to-date
- Rail International's fleet utilization was 95.8% for GATX Rail Europe and 100% for Rail India
- Engine Leasing performed well with strong demand for aircraft spare engines
GATX (NYSE: GATX) will announce its 2024 second-quarter earnings on July 23, 2024, before the market opens. A conference call to discuss the results will follow at 11 a.m. Eastern Time. Investors can access the call via telephone or through a live webcast on the company's website. Replay options will be available starting at 2 p.m. the same day. GATX leases transportation assets, including railcars and aircraft spare engines, and has a long-standing history of consistent dividend payments since 1919.
GATX 's CFO, Thomas A. Ellman, will present at the 2024 Wells Fargo Industrials Conference on June 11, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. CT. The live webcast of the presentation can be accessed via the company's website, and it will be archived for 90 days. GATX specializes in leasing transportation assets like railcars, aircraft spare engines, and tank containers globally. Headquartered in Chicago since 1898, GATX has consistently paid quarterly dividends since 1919.
GATX (NYSE: GATX) has announced a transition in its leadership team at Rail North America. Wesley J. Lujan will take on the role of vice president of government and industry affairs, succeeding Terrence G. Heidkamp, who will retire at the end of 2024. Lujan joins GATX from Union Pacific, where he served in various roles over 17 years, most recently as assistant vice president of external relations. The transition will involve a six-month overlap between Heidkamp and Lujan to ensure a smooth handover. Lujan holds degrees from California State University at Chico and the University of Southern California and will be based in Washington, DC. GATX has a long history of leasing transportation assets and has maintained consistent dividend payments since 1919.
GATX Announces Quarterly Dividend
The board of directors of GATX (NYSE: GATX) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.58 per common share, payable on June 30, 2024, to shareholders of record on June 14, 2024. This dividend is unchanged from the prior quarter. GATX leases transportation assets globally, emphasizing safety and sustainability. Headquartered in Chicago, GATX has paid dividends since 1919.
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