The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. supplies equipment and services to global freight transportation markets, with operations in freight railcar manufacturing, leasing and fleet management. Through subsidiaries and joint ventures, Greenbrier designs, builds and markets freight railcars in North America, Europe and Brazil, and provides wheel services, parts, maintenance and retrofitting services in North America.
Greenbrier news commonly covers fiscal results, railcar order and delivery activity, lease fleet financing, railcar asset-backed securities, term-loan arrangements, quarterly dividends and investor-relations updates. Company announcements also address railcar management, regulatory compliance services and developments tied to freight rail industry demand.
On December 9, 2021, United States Steel Corporation, Norfolk Southern Corporation, and The Greenbrier Companies announced a partnership for a sustainable steel gondola railcar. Utilizing high-strength, lighter-weight steel, these gondolas will reduce unloaded weight by up to 15,000 pounds, extending their lifecycle to 50 years. Norfolk Southern plans to purchase 800 of these gondolas, which promise improved energy efficiency, lower emissions, and greater freight capacity. This collaboration aims to modernize North America's aging railcar fleet and promote environmentally friendly freight transportation.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) announced it received orders for 6,200 railcars valued at $670 million in Q1 fiscal 2022. This represents a significant rebound, equating to 36% of total orders for fiscal 2021. The orders include various railcar types and highlight Greenbrier's commitment to sustainable practices through its conversion program, which received orders for 1,400 railcars. With a backlog of $2.8 billion, the company expresses strong visibility for future growth, supported by a robust liquidity position and global manufacturing capabilities.
The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) will present at the 2021 Stephens Investment Conference on December 2, 2021, in Nashville, Tennessee. The live webcast starts at 8:00 am CT and can be accessed via the Greenbrier website. The presentation will be archived for 30 days.
Greenbrier, based in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a premier supplier in global freight transportation, focusing on freight railcars and marine barges across North America, Europe, and Brazil. As of September 30, 2021, they manage approximately 444,000 railcars.
The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, titled On Track Together, adhering to the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) framework. The report highlights achievements such as a record-breaking safety performance, an increase in recycled steel from 47% to 51%, and successful completion of all goals set in the previous year's report. Leadership emphasized the importance of balancing environmental efficiency with business performance as key for future success.
The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) reported solid financial results for Q4 FY21, achieving net earnings of $32 million ($0.95/share) on revenue of $599 million. They announced new railcar orders of 6,700 units worth $665 million, maintaining a robust backlog of 26,600 units valued at $2.8 billion. Liquidity stood at $835 million, including $647 million in cash. The company declared a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share. For FY21, net earnings were $32 million, with $1.8 billion in new railcar orders and significant debt refinancing completed. Greenbrier expects deliveries of 16,000-18,000 units in FY22.
The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) announced the appointment of Lorie Tekorius as CEO and President, effective March 1, 2022. This transition follows William A. Furman's tenure as Chairman and CEO, who will move to the role of Executive Chair until his retirement in September 2022. Tekorius, with a long-standing career at Greenbrier since 1995, has held various leadership roles, including COO and President. The Board emphasized the importance of internal succession and expressed confidence in Tekorius's ability to lead the company. Furman has overseen the company’s significant growth into a global freight railcar powerhouse.
The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) will hold a conference call to discuss its financial results for Q4 2021, ending August 31, 2021. The call will take place on October 26, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. PDT. Shareholders and interested parties can access the call via webcast on the Greenbrier website. Alternatively, participants can join by phone using the provided dial-in numbers. Greenbrier is a leading supplier of equipment and services to global freight transportation markets, managing a significant fleet of railcars and offering various services across North America and Europe.
The Longwood Group, LLC has completed a significant acquisition of a 3,600 leased railcar portfolio, advising GBX Leasing, a joint venture with Greenbrier (NYSE:GBX). This acquisition complements GBX's ongoing agreement to acquire $200 million in leased railcars annually. CEO D. Stephen Menzies highlighted that the railcar portfolio's growth exceeded initial investment goals by 75% in the first year. As of September 30, GBX Leasing's total railcar portfolio comprises approximately 4,000 railcars valued at $350 million.
The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) announced the acquisition of over 3,600 railcars, aiming to enhance its leasing operations via its GBX Leasing subsidiary. This acquisition is part of an initial strategy to invest $200 million in new railcars within its first year, and to date, GBXL has nearly 4,000 units valued at $350 million. The acquisition is designed to provide diversified leasing options to high credit lessees across various industries, potentially increasing revenues and shareholder value.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) announced the renewal and extension of three bank facilities totaling over $1.0 billion. This includes a $600 million domestic revolving facility, a $292 million term loan, and a $200 million non-recourse term loan. With no material debt maturing in the next five years, Greenbrier's Chairman emphasizes the importance of maintaining liquidity through the pandemic. The company has successfully refinanced $1.5 billion of debt, extending maturities into 2028 while maintaining a 1:1 debt-to-equity ratio and paying dividends for 29 consecutive quarters.