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MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) generates a steady flow of news as a global developer of advanced safety products, technologies and solutions. Company announcements frequently highlight new product certifications and launches, financial results, capital allocation decisions and leadership changes, providing insight into how MSA Safety executes on its mission of protecting workers and facility infrastructure across diverse end markets.
Product-focused news often covers developments in respiratory protection, head protection and gas detection. Examples include updates on the MSA G1 XR 2025 Edition self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), which has been certified as compliant with the 2025 NFPA 1970 performance standard, the introduction of the V-Gard H2 Full Brim Safety Helmet, and the debut of the ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector that connects to the MSA Connected Work Platform and uses MSA Grid software. Subsidiary Globe Manufacturing Company also features in news releases with firefighter turnout gear such as the Globe G-XTREME PRO Jacket.
Investors following MSA Safety can expect regular press releases on quarterly financial results, including net sales, operating income, segment performance and product group sales for Detection, Fire Service and Industrial PPE and Other. The company also issues notices about earnings conference calls, investor conference participation and capital allocation actions such as dividends and share repurchases.
Governance and leadership updates appear in MSA Safety’s news flow as well, including announcements of executive appointments and related SEC filings. For readers tracking MSA (MSA) news, this page aggregates these updates so they can review product milestones, financial disclosures and corporate developments in one place. Bookmark this feed to monitor how MSA Safety’s safety equipment portfolio, geographic segments and strategic priorities evolve over time.
The Board of Directors of MSA Safety has declared a third quarter dividend of 43 cents per share on common stock, payable on September 10, 2020, to shareholders of record on August 17, 2020. Additionally, a dividend of 56-1/4 cents per share on preferred stock will be paid on September 1, 2020, also to shareholders of record on August 17, 2020. MSA Safety, a leader in safety products, achieved $1.4 billion in revenue in 2019 and operates globally with significant sales outside North America.
MSA Safety reported Q2 2020 revenue of $314 million, down 10% year-over-year, with GAAP operating income of $48 million. Adjusted earnings per share decreased to $1.11. Despite challenging conditions, adjusted operating margins improved. Revenue growth in air-purifying respirators surged 63% as investments were made to modernize manufacturing. MSA's debt stands at $335 million, with ample liquidity of over $136 million in cash. Management anticipates ongoing challenges in the second half of 2020 but remains focused on long-term growth strategies.
MSA Safety Incorporated (NYSE: MSA) will host its second quarter earnings conference call on July 30, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The call will be led by Chairman, President, and CEO Nish Vartanian, along with Senior VP, CFO, and Treasurer Kenneth Krause. A press release detailing MSA's second quarter financial results will be available on July 29, 2020, after market close. Investors can listen to the call live on the company's website, with a replay available for 90 days.