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Global Industrial Company (NYSE: GIC) is a value-added distributor and source for industrial equipment and supplies, with a focus on maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) solutions. This news page aggregates company press releases and third-party coverage so readers can follow how Global Industrial communicates its strategy, product launches, and financial performance over time.
Recent news highlights include the introduction of the Global Industrial™ Plastic Guard Rail, a patent-pending facility protection system designed to help protect people, products, and equipment from collision damage while reducing floor damage and maintenance needs. Another announcement covers the Global Industrial™ Mobile Robot Stretch Wrap Machine, a self-propelled, semi-autonomous pallet wrapping solution intended to handle irregular and oversized loads directly on the floor, with programmable film-tension control and touchscreen operation.
In addition to product news, Global Industrial regularly issues earnings releases detailing quarterly financial results, margins, and cash flow, and announces cash dividends as disclosed in its Form 8-K filings. The company also reports on participation in investor conferences and industry events such as ASSP Safety, where it showcases safety, PPE, material handling, and facility maintenance solutions.
Investors, customers, and industry professionals can use this page to monitor updates related to Global Industrial’s MRO offerings, safety and facility products, and communications with the capital markets. Bookmark this feed to follow new product introductions, quarterly earnings announcements, conference appearances, and other corporate developments affecting Global Industrial Company (GIC).
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has announced a multi-year marketing partnership with the New York Islanders and UBS Arena. This partnership expands the company's sports marketing program and aims to enhance brand awareness and customer engagement. As part of the agreement, Global Industrial will:
1. Feature its tagline 'The Source For Industrial Supplies' at Islanders home games and practice facility
2. Sponsor the Islanders' Ice Crew with branded gear and equipment
3. Support community philanthropy events benefiting the Islanders Children's Foundation
4. Promote girls' youth hockey and recognize military service members
5. Participate in the UBS Arena Business Alliance
The partnership is seen as an opportunity for Global Industrial to showcase its brand to the Islanders' fanbase across the country while supporting the local Long Island community.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC), a national distributor of industrial products and MRO supplies, has announced its participation in the upcoming Sidoti Small Cap Conference on September 18, 2024. Tex Clark, the company's Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be representing Global Industrial at the event.
Key points of the announcement include:
- A presentation scheduled for 2:30 p.m. ET on September 18
- A live virtual broadcast and replay of the presentation available via webcast
- Access to the webcast through the investor relations section of Global Industrial's website
- One-on-one meetings with investors hosted by management on the same day
Investors interested in meeting with Global Industrial's management team are advised to contact their Sidoti representative to arrange a meeting.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has launched the GlobalPure™ PFAS water filter, a new addition to its Made To Exceed™ line of Exclusive Brands. This advanced filtration system removes total PFAS, chlorine, lead, cyst, turbidity, and microplastics from drinking water. With a 3,600-gallon capacity, it requires replacement only once or twice per year, offering the lowest total cost per gallon compared to similar models.
The filter is now a standard feature on Global Industrial's bottle fillers and drinking fountains, including the new Surface Mount Water Bottle Filling Station. It's also available as a replacement filter for existing water fountains. The product is NSF/ANSI certified and compatible with many national brand bottle filling stations and drinking fountains.
Party City Holdco Inc. has appointed Barry Litwin as its new President and CEO. Litwin brings extensive experience in fostering business growth and transformation, with a focus on revenue growth, profit improvement, and operational efficiency. He most recently served as CEO and Board Member of Global Industrial Company (NYSE: GIC), where he achieved market-leading growth in revenue, profit, and share price.
Prior to GIC, Litwin was CEO of Adorama and held senior executive roles at Sears, Office Depot, Avnet, and Fannie May Candies. His appointment is expected to bring fresh perspectives and strengthen Party City's leadership as the company repositions itself for a stronger future in the party goods and supplies industry.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has appointed Lisa Goldson Armstrong as Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, effective August 12, 2024. Armstrong will report to Richard Leeds, Interim CEO and Executive Chairman, and will oversee marketing, customer experience, and branding initiatives. With over 20 years of strategy and marketing experience, Armstrong most recently served as CMO and VP of Global Marketing at Resideo Technologies. She has also held senior leadership positions at Filtration Group Madison Industries, Pentair, and Honeywell. Armstrong holds an MBA from Cornell University and an HBA from the University of Western Ontario. Her appointment is expected to strengthen Global Industrial's marketing initiatives and customer relationships.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) reported its Q2 2024 financial results, showing sales growth of 6.8% to $347.8 million. The company's gross margin improved to 35.2% from 34.7% last year. However, operating income decreased 9.3% to $26.4 million, and net income per diluted share from continuing operations fell 7.1% to $0.52. The company's Board declared a $0.25 dividend. Excluding the Indoff acquisition, organic sales growth was 1.8%. The company noted a cautious customer purchasing environment but continues to invest in growth initiatives. Global Industrial had $38.8 million in cash and cash equivalents and $120.6 million in credit facility availability as of June 30, 2024.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC), a distributor of industrial products and MRO supplies, has announced its plans to release financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. The company will unveil these results on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, after U.S. market hours. Following the release, management will host a conference call and Q&A session at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the same day. Interested parties can access the call by dialing 412-317-6347 five minutes before the start time. Additionally, a webcast will be available on the company's investor relations website. For those unable to attend the live call, the webcast will be archived for approximately 90 days.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has launched its new Global Industrial™ Bolted Teardrop Pallet Rack, part of its Made To Exceed™ line of Exclusive Brands. This storage solution is designed for warehouses, retail stores, and manufacturing facilities, offering easy installation and versatility. Key features include:
- Partially-assembled upright frames and pre-punched footplates
- Teardrop shape for easy beam height adjustments at 2" increments
- Recessed channel to protect bolts and nuts
- Compliant with ANSI MH 16.1 standards
- High weight capacity: 33,000 lb. total rated capacity for uprights
- Cost-efficient shipping and repair
- Customizable with various starter and add-on kits
- 2-Year warranty
The product aims to provide exceptional strength, durability, and value to customers, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE:GIC) has expanded its corporate social responsibility program, Partnerships With Purpose, to support K9s For Warriors, a non-profit providing service dogs to U.S. military veterans with PTSD and other traumas. The initiative kicked off at a NASCAR Xfinity Series race event at Pocono Raceway, featuring the K9s For Warriors logo on Austin Hill's No. 21 RCR Chevrolet.
The event included participation from K9s For Warriors team members, Global Industrial associates, and race partners RCR, Bennett Transportation & Logistics, and United Rentals. These partners also support various veteran-focused charities. The collaboration aligns with Global Industrial's 2024 ESG mission, which focuses on veterans, literacy, mental health, and the deaf/blind community.
Global Industrial Company (NYSE: GIC) announced the departure of CEO Barry Litwin, effective August 9, 2024. Litwin is leaving to pursue another opportunity after nearly six years with the company. Richard B. Leeds, the Executive Chairman of the Board, will serve as Interim CEO. Leeds has been with the company since 1982, previously serving as Chairman and CEO from 1995 and as President of the Industrial Products Group until 2011. The Board is conducting a search for a permanent CEO.