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NORSK HYDRO A S (NHYDY) generates frequent news flow through its detailed stock exchange announcements, quarterly reports and strategic updates. The company’s news covers its aluminium value chain, energy activities and its stated ambition to pioneer a green aluminium transition powered by renewable energy. Readers of this page can follow how the company responds to uncertain markets, adjusts capital allocation and executes on long-term improvement programs.
Recent news has highlighted performance in business areas such as Bauxite & Alumina, Energy, Aluminium Metal, Metal Markets, Extrusions and Recycling. Updates include adjusted EBITDA developments, free cash flow, net debt movements and return on capital employed, along with commentary on global alumina and aluminium markets, Nordic power prices and regional extrusion demand in Europe and North America.
Company announcements also describe strategic initiatives, including a NOK 6.5 billion improvement program toward 2030, a strategic workforce and cost reduction program targeting approximately 750 white collar positions, and capital expenditure guidance changes to preserve financial flexibility. News items detail the proposed closure of five European extrusion plants, the ramp-up of recycling capacity and the company’s focus on greener products and circular aluminium solutions.
Energy-related news includes the Illvatn pumped storage power plant investment in Norway, long-term power agreements for the Alouette smelter in Québec and the voluntary termination of a Swedish wind power purchase agreement with Cloud Snurran AB. Visitors to this page can review these announcements to understand how NORSK HYDRO A S manages its power portfolio, supports low‑carbon aluminium production and navigates legal, regulatory and market developments over time.
Norsk Hydro ASA announced a press release detailing upcoming disclosures as per the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. The company is committed to adhering to transparency and regulatory compliance, aligning with financial reporting standards. The press release includes an attachment link for further detailed information regarding the company’s financial position and assessments. Investors are encouraged to review the document for pertinent financial insights and developments concerning Norsk Hydro.
Norsk Hydro ASA announces an extraordinary general meeting on September 20, 2022, at 09:30 (CEST). The meeting will be held electronically, allowing shareholders to participate and vote in real-time, in advance, or by proxy. A guide for electronic participation is available on their website. All relevant documents related to the meeting, including the notice and voting forms, can be accessed online. This information is disclosed under the requirements of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.
The Board of Directors of Norsk Hydro ASA has proposed an additional dividend of NOK 1.45 per share based on the financial results for 2021. The key dates for this dividend include:
- Last day including right: 20 September 2022
- Ex-date: 21 September 2022
- Record date: 22 September 2022
- Payment date: 30 September 2022
The proposal will be approved at the General Meeting on 20 September 2022.
Industri Energi and Norsk Industri have reached an agreement to resolve the labor dispute concerning the Electrochemical Agreement.
The strike at Hydro Sunndal has been called off immediately, allowing normal operations to resume starting tomorrow. This includes the shipping of products to customers, with expected minor delays.
The strike at Hydro Sunndal, which began today, affects around 30 members of Industri Energi. This action will lead to a gradual shutdown of 20% of production within four weeks and halt product shipments to customers. If the strike continues beyond four weeks, an additional 10% of production will be shut down weekly until a section of the production line is completely halted. The strike involves members under the Electrochemical Agreement and requires significant effort to ramp down production.
Hydro’s Slovalco aluminium facility in Slovakia will cease primary aluminium production by September 2022 due to adverse market conditions and high electricity costs. While the casthouse will continue recycling 75,000 tonnes of aluminium annually, the closure affects 300 employees and will result in a positive EBITDA impact of NOK 1.6 billion in H2 2022. The plant previously curtailed 40% of its capacity and will mothball primary production lines, which may resume in the future if conditions improve.
Hydro Sunndal is set to face a significant production impact as 665 employees, represented by the labor union Industri Energi, will go on strike starting August 22. This escalation follows earlier mediations that saw the initial strike begin on August 15, affecting other members but not Hydro employees. The strike will result in a 20% production shutdown over the first four weeks at the primary metal plant, although other Hydro facilities remain unaffected. The production reduction is guided by a specific agreement aimed at managing the process responsibly.
Norsk Hydro has announced its Capital Markets Day 2022, scheduled for December 15 in London, UK. The event will feature presentations from Corporate Management, offering an annual update on the company's activities, market developments, and outlook. Following the presentations, there will be Q&A sessions. Additionally, December 16 is set aside for one-on-one meetings between Hydro's management and investors or analysts. A formal invitation and agenda will be provided later to participants.
Hydro's adjusted EBITDA for Q2 2022 reached NOK 11,594 million, a significant increase from NOK 6,598 million in Q2 2021, driven by strong demand and record results across Aluminium Metal and Extrusions. Despite this, the company faces increasing market uncertainty due to high energy prices and a softening aluminium market. Hydro plans an additional cash dividend of NOK 3 billion and a NOK 2 billion share buyback program. The company aims to double sales of greener aluminium products by 2025, aligning with its decarbonization roadmap.
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