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JBT announced the successful completion of its voluntary takeover offer for Marel hf., achieving over 90% acceptance of all issued and outstanding shares. The settlement is expected on January 2, 2025, with shareholders having the option to receive all cash, all JBT common stock, or a combination of both.

Following the acquisition, JBT will change its corporate name to JBT Marel and its stock ticker to JBTM. The company will maintain its NYSE listing and add a secondary listing on Nasdaq Iceland, with trading expected to commence on January 3, 2025. JBT plans to initiate a compulsory purchase of remaining untendered shares within three months of settlement and will pursue delisting Marel from Nasdaq Iceland and Euronext Amsterdam.

JBT and Marel hf. announced a joint webcast scheduled for December 11, 2024, at 8:00 AM ET to discuss their planned combination before the voluntary takeover offer expires. The companies will host an open house in Iceland for Marel shareholders, featuring a fireside chat that will be live streamed.

The voluntary takeover offer will expire on December 20, 2024, at 12:00 PM GMT. If JBT achieves at least 90% acceptance from Marel shareholders, the offer consideration will be settled within 5 Icelandic business days, with an expected closing date no later than January 3, 2025. Marel shareholders are encouraged to tender their shares before the deadline.

JBT (NYSE: JBT) has announced its latest quarterly dividend declaration. The company's Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.10 per share of outstanding common stock on December 3, 2024. The dividend will be paid on December 27, 2024, to stockholders of record as of December 13, 2024.

JBT is a global technology solutions provider focusing on the food & beverage industry. The company generates approximately half of its annual revenue from recurring operations including parts, service, rebuilds, and leasing. With around 5,100 employees worldwide, JBT maintains operations across more than 25 countries.

JBT (NYSE: JBT) has received all regulatory clearances needed to proceed with its acquisition of Marel hf. The European Commission granted clearance on November 26, 2024, and the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission approved the transaction on November 22, 2024. The voluntary takeover offer expires on December 20, 2024, at 12:00 GMT. If JBT secures at least 90% acceptance from Marel shareholders, the settlement will be completed within 5 Icelandic business days, with an expected closing date no later than January 3, 2025.

JBT announced an extension of its voluntary takeover offer for Marel hf. shares to accommodate regulatory reviews by the European Commission (E.C.) and Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). The offer expiration has been extended from November 11 to December 20, 2024. JBT expects E.C. regulatory approval by late November following a 25-day Phase 1 review ending November 28. The company aims to receive ACCC approval in a similar timeframe. Settlement is expected by January 3, 2025, provided JBT achieves at least 90% acceptance of Marel shares.

JBT (NYSE: JBT) reported strong third quarter 2024 results, with revenue increasing 12% to $454 million. Income from continuing operations rose 23% to $38 million, while adjusted EBITDA grew 23% to $82 million. Earnings per share (EPS) increased 22% to $1.18, and adjusted EPS rose 35% to $1.50.

The company reiterated its full-year 2024 guidance for revenue ($1,715 - $1,750 million), adjusted EBITDA ($295 - $305 million), and adjusted EPS ($5.05 - $5.35). JBT also secured commitments for its deal-contingent financing structure for the Marel acquisition, including a $1.8 billion revolving credit facility and a $900 million Senior Secured Term Loan B. The company expects to complete the combination with Marel around the end of 2024.

JBT (NYSE: JBT) has announced its schedule for the release of third quarter 2024 financial results. The company will report its earnings after the market closes on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. A conference call is scheduled for 10:00 AM ET on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.

Participants are required to register in advance for the conference call, after which they will receive dial-in information and unique credentials to access the event. A simultaneous webcast will be available for listen-only mode, with replay options available shortly after the call ends. This information can also be accessed on JBT's investor relations website.

JBT is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food & beverage industry. The company designs, produces, and services sophisticated products and systems for various end markets, with approximately half of its annual revenue coming from recurring operations.

JBT has announced an extension of its voluntary takeover offer for all shares of Marel hf., granted by the Financial Supervisory Authority of Iceland. The offer, initially set to expire on September 2, 2024, will now expire on November 11, 2024, or three weeks after securing all required regulatory approvals. This extension allows JBT and Marel to continue pursuing necessary regulatory clearances to close the transaction.

Brian Deck, President and CEO of JBT, stated that the extension aligns with their expected timeline to complete the remaining steps and close the transaction by year-end 2024. Shareholders who have already tendered their Marel shares do not need to take any further action. JBT will issue a press release once all required regulatory clearances are obtained.

JBT (NYSE: JBT) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.10 per share of outstanding common stock. The dividend will be payable on September 3, 2024, to stockholders of record at the close of business on August 19, 2024. JBT is a leading global technology solutions provider to high-value segments of the food & beverage industry, designing, producing, and servicing sophisticated products and systems for various end markets. The company generates approximately half of its annual revenue from recurring parts, service, rebuilds, and leasing operations. JBT employs around 5,100 people worldwide and operates in more than 25 countries.