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Orion S.A. reports news as a global specialty chemicals company focused on carbon black, a solid form of carbon supplied as powder or pellets for tires, coatings, ink, batteries, plastics and other performance applications. Updates commonly address its Specialty Carbon Black and Rubber Carbon Black businesses, including demand trends, oil-linked pricing pass-throughs, feedstock and energy costs, surcharges, production optimization and customer supply conditions.
Company announcements also cover quarterly and annual earnings, adjusted EBITDA outlook changes, cash flow, working-capital actions, interim dividends, annual general meeting matters and investor conference participation. Orion operates carbon black production sites worldwide and maintains innovation centers that support application development across rubber reinforcement, pigments, conductive additives, durability and UV-protection uses.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) announced it will release its fourth quarter and full-year 2020 results on February 18, 2021, after market close. A conference call will follow on February 19, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. (EST). Dial-in information includes U.S. Toll-Free: 1-877-407-4018 and International: 1-201-689-8471. A replay will be accessible until February 26, 2021, with Conference ID: 13714486. Orion operates 14 global production sites and supplies a diverse range of carbon blacks used in various industries.
Orion Engineered Carbons (NYSE: OEC) has revised its fourth quarter Adjusted EBITDA guidance upward to $64-$67 million, up from a previous estimate of $44-$55 million. This adjustment reflects stronger performance in the specialty carbon black sector, with low-double digit volume growth. Conversely, the rubber carbon black segment saw a mid-single-digit decline. The company attributes the results to customer restocking amid supply chain management efforts. Orion expects a strong January, despite broader economic uncertainties. Detailed Q4 and full-year 2020 results will be available post-market on February 18, 2021.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) has announced that CEO Corning Painter will present at the CJS Securities 21st Annual New Ideas for the New Year Conference on January 13, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. ET. In addition to the presentation, CFO Lorin Crenshaw will also conduct one-on-one meetings virtually that day. With 14 global production sites and around 1,425 employees, Orion is a major supplier of specialty carbon black, used in various applications including polymers, paints, and tires. For more details, visit www.orioncarbons.com.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) has successfully completed a multi-year upgrade at its Qingdao, China facility, implementing a new cogeneration unit that enhances sustainability by recovering energy from operations. This eco-friendly initiative not only improves energy efficiency but also provides heating for up to 5,000 homes in the local district. The upgrade exemplifies the company’s commitment to fostering community ties and driving long-term sustainability. CEO Corning Painter emphasized that such capital investments demonstrate a positive intersection of business interests and environmental responsibility.
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Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) reported Q3 2020 net sales of $282 million, down 23.8% from $370.2 million in Q3 2019, primarily due to lower feedstock costs and COVID-19-related demand reduction. Net income fell 62.9% year-over-year to $9 million, with basic EPS of $0.15 compared to $0.40 in 2019. Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 19.2% to $55 million. The rubber business recovered to 91% of prior levels, while specialty carbon black saw a 97% recovery. The company projects Q4 Adjusted EBITDA between $44 million and $54 million despite economic uncertainties.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) announced that CEO Corning Painter and CFO Lorin Crenshaw will present at Baird’s Global Industrial Conference on November 12, 2020, at 11:25 am EST. They will also engage in virtual one-on-one meetings during the event. Orion is a leading global supplier of specialty and high-performance carbon black, operating 14 production sites worldwide with approximately 1,425 employees. The company produces various carbon blacks used in polymers, paints, coatings, and mechanical goods.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) has funded The Eco Schools Project in South Africa, aimed at enhancing teaching methods related to climate change education. This initiative supports teachers and students in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills for a sustainable future. CEO Corning Painter highlighted the company’s commitment to sustainability and community engagement. Orion's funding is benefiting ten schools, promoting environmental awareness and education, supported by WESSA, a South African environmental organization.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) has upgraded its Borger, Texas facility to operate independently from the electrical grid, additionally supplying power back to the grid. This upgrade allows the plant to meet its own energy demands while generating enough electricity to power over 4,000 local homes. CEO Corning Painter stated that this cogeneration initiative significantly reduces energy consumption and aligns with the company's sustainability objectives, enhancing plant reliability.
Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (NYSE: OEC) will release its third quarter 2020 results post-market on November 5, 2020. A conference call is scheduled for November 6, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. EST. The call can be accessed via various toll-free numbers across the U.S., U.K., Germany, and Luxembourg. An archived webcast will also be available on the company's website.
Orion is a global supplier of carbon black, operating 14 production sites and employing approximately 1,425 staff.