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Koppers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: KOP), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of wood preservation technology. Specializing in creating safe and environmentally responsible solutions, Koppers addresses critical challenges across various industries. The company operates through three primary segments: Railroad and Utility Products and Services (RUPS), Performance Chemicals (PC), and Carbon Materials and Chemicals (CMC).
With a diversified product portfolio, Koppers offers treated and untreated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds. Major products include treated wood crossties for railroads, wood preservation chemicals, and creosote for wood treatment. These products serve niche applications in markets such as railroad, aluminum and steel, agriculture, utilities, residential lumber, and construction.
Koppers' extensive global manufacturing and distribution network spans North America, South America, Australasia, China, and Europe, employing over 2,100 people worldwide. The company is committed to a zero-harm culture, prioritizing the safety of its employees, communities, and the environment. As a member of the American Chemistry Council, Koppers adheres to the Responsible Care® initiative, ensuring sustainable practices across its operations.
Financially, Koppers has shown resilient performance. In the fourth quarter of 2023, the company reported a net income of $12.9 million with consolidated sales rising by 6.3% to $513.2 million. The RUPS segment achieved record sales due to increased demand for crossties, while the PC segment benefited from global pricing initiatives and higher volumes. Despite challenges in the CMC segment, Koppers remains optimistic about future growth, projecting 2024 sales to reach approximately $2.25 billion.
Recent strategic initiatives include the acquisition of Brown Wood Preserving Company for $100 million, aimed at expanding Koppers' utility pole business. The company has also inaugurated a new facility in Leesville, Louisiana, enhancing its operational footprint and supply chain efficiencies. This facility supports Koppers' goal to meet rising infrastructure demands in the U.S.
Looking forward, Koppers aims to continue optimizing its business operations and pursuing both organic and inorganic growth opportunities. The company's commitment to innovation and sustainability positions it well for long-term success.
Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP), a global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals, and carbon compounds, has announced its plans to release Q2 2024 financial results on August 8, 2024, before market opening. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on the same day to discuss its outlook. Presentation materials will be available on the company's website at least 15 minutes before the call. Interested parties can access the live audio broadcast toll-free or join the webcast. An audio replay will be available until November 8, 2024.
Koppers Holdings Inc. (NYSE: KOP) published its 2023 Corporate Sustainability Report, highlighting significant achievements in sustainability. The company reached its 2030 goal of a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) seven years ahead of schedule. It also released its first Taskforce on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) report and achieved the lowest Total Recordable Injury Rate (2.73) since 2018.
Employee engagement scores improved, indicating higher satisfaction. Koppers introduced MicroPro® XPS, a new patented wood treatment product, becoming the first to bring penflufen to the U.S. market. The company received recognition from Newsweek as one of 'America's Most Responsible Companies' for the fourth consecutive year and from USA TODAY as one of 'America's Climate Leaders' for the second year in a row.
CEO Leroy M. Ball emphasized the importance of sustainability in creating value and future success, while Chief Sustainability Officer Leslie Hyde outlined new goals and innovative solutions to enhance Koppers' sustainability efforts.
Koppers Holdings (NYSE: KOP) will engage with the investment community at the Singular Research Summer Solstice Conference in New York City on June 20, 2024.
The company's Chief Accounting Officer Bradley Pearce and Vice President of Investor Relations Quynh McGuire will represent Koppers. Presentation materials will be accessible in the Investor Relations section of the company's website.
Koppers Holdings announced meetings with the investment community in Toronto on June 18-19, 2024. James Sullivan, President and COO, and Quynh McGuire, VP of Investor Relations, will represent the company. Presentation materials will be available on the Koppers website.
Koppers Holdings announced its participation in the Wells Fargo Industrials Conference in Chicago, Illinois, scheduled for June 12, 2024. The company's CFO, Jimmi Sue Smith, and VP of Investor Relations, Quynh McGuire, will represent Koppers. They will engage with the investment community during the event. Presentation materials will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of Koppers' website.
Koppers Holdings (NYSE: KOP) has completed its new utility pole peeling and drying facility in Leesville, Louisiana. The $17 million investment spans 105 acres and has created over 35 construction and full-time positions. The facility processes timber into utility poles, which are subsequently treated at Koppers' Somerville, Texas location. This expansion aims to serve the underserved markets in Texas and the Midwest. The automated plant is expected to reduce costs and optimize Koppers' logistics network. The facility's strategic location leverages Leesville's timber resources and proximity to Somerville, enhancing supply chain efficiency and market reach.
Koppers Holdings announced upcoming meetings with the investment community. The meetings will take place in New York City on May 29, 2024, and in Boston on May 30, 2024. CEO Leroy Ball and VP of Investor Relations Quynh McGuire will represent Koppers. Presentation materials will be available on the company's website.
Koppers Holdings (NYSE: KOP) announced participation in two upcoming investor conferences. The company will attend the Singular Research Spring Select Webinar virtually on May 22, 2024, represented by Bradley Pearce, Chief Accounting Officer, and Quynh McGuire, VP of Investor Relations. Additionally, Koppers will participate in the B. Riley Securities Institutional Investor Conference in Beverly Hills, California, on May 23, 2024. This event will feature Jimmi Sue Smith, CFO, and Quynh McGuire, VP of Investor Relations. Presentation materials will be accessible on the company's website under the Investor Relations section.
Koppers Holdings (NYSE: KOP) announced its participation in the Barrington Research Spring Investment Conference, scheduled for May 16, 2024. The event will be held virtually, and Koppers will host meetings with the investment community. Representing Koppers will be Jimmi Sue Smith, CFO, and Quynh McGuire, VP of Investor Relations. Presentation materials will be accessible on the company's Investor Relations webpage.
Koppers Holdings Inc. reported First Quarter 2024 Results showing a net income of $13.0 million, or $0.59 per diluted share, a decrease from the prior year. Adjusted EPS was $0.62, a decline from $1.12 in the prior year. Consolidated net sales decreased by 3.1% to $497.6 million. The Railroad and Utility Products and Services business performed well, while the Performance Chemicals segment saw growth. However, the Carbon Materials and Chemicals segment experienced reduced market demand. The outlook for 2024 projects sales of $2.25 billion and adjusted EPS of $4.10 to $4.60 per share.
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