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PPG Industries, Inc. develops and sells paints, coatings and specialty products for construction, consumer products, industrial, transportation and aftermarket customers. Company news commonly covers segment results in Global Architectural Coatings, Performance Coatings, Industrial Coatings, aerospace coatings, protective and marine coatings, Traffic Solutions, and packaging or automotive OEM coatings.
Recurring updates also include product and technology investments, such as radiation-curable coatings, protective systems for data center infrastructure, and R&D activity across regional laboratories. PPG news also addresses acquisitions that expand coatings lines, dividend declarations, shareholder meeting matters, leadership changes, digital transformation and operational efficiency initiatives.
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PPG (NYSE:PPG) and Tikkurila (NASDAQ OMX:TIK1V) have amended their definitive combination agreement, increasing PPG's cash offer to €34.00 per share, valuing the transaction at approximately €1.52 billion. This revised offer follows a competing bid from AkzoNobel made on January 28, 2021.
PPG's offer includes an 8.8% premium over AkzoNobel's bid and lowers the tender acceptance threshold to 66.7%. Tikkurila's Board has unanimously recommended the offer, citing better price, certainty, and timing. The transaction is expected to close by March or early Q2 2021.
PPG (NYSE:PPG) has provided coatings and sealants to restore the 74-year-old Douglas C-54 Skymaster aircraft, used during significant military operations. The restoration, driven by the Save the Skymaster initiative, aims to make the aircraft airworthy within 18 to 24 months. PPG supplied various aerospace products, highlighting its commitment to preserving aviation history and aiding engineering graduates through practical experience. PPG reported net sales of $13.8 billion in 2020 and operates globally in aerospace sectors.
PPG reported Q4 2020 net sales of approximately $3.8 billion, a 2% increase year-over-year. Despite a 1.5% decline in sales volumes due to the COVID-19 impact, favorable currency translation added about $60 million. Reported net income was $272 million ($1.14 per diluted share), while adjusted net income was $378 million ($1.59 per diluted share). The company achieved a 20% increase in adjusted EPS, driven by its Industrial Coatings segment. PPG announced a record operating cash flow of $2.1 billion for 2020 and projected positive trends ahead despite ongoing pandemic uncertainties.
PPG (NYSE:PPG) has declared a quarterly dividend of 54 cents per share, set to be paid on March 12 to shareholders of record by February 19. This marks the 490th consecutive dividend payment for PPG, which has raised its annual dividend payout for 49 years and has continuously paid dividends since 1899. Amidst dedicated efforts from employees, PPG remains committed to delivering value through its paints, coatings, and specialty materials, serving various markets worldwide.
PPG (NYSE: PPG) has launched a new business unit called Traffic Solutions, following its acquisition of Ennis-Flint. This unit will focus on manufacturing pavement-marking products to serve various sectors including government and commercial infrastructure. It will collaborate with PPG's mobility team to enhance coatings for autonomous and connected vehicles. CEO Michael McGarry highlighted this as a strategic fit to improve infrastructure for safer driving systems.
PPG (NYSE: PPG) has appointed Bhaskar Ramachandran as the new vice president and chief information officer (CIO), succeeding Chris Caruso, who will retire on March 1, 2021. Ramachandran comes from Jabil Inc., where he led a cloud-based strategy for improved production efficiency. His extensive background includes leadership roles at Textron, Sybase, Prudential Financial, and IBM/PwC. Caruso, who has been with PPG for 24 years, is recognized for his contributions to IT innovation and strategy development.
PPG (NYSE:PPG) has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Wörwag, a coatings manufacturer for industrial and automotive applications. The deal is expected to finalize in the first half of 2021, pending regulatory approvals. Wörwag, founded in 1918 and based in Stuttgart, Germany, reported approximately 220 million euros in revenue for 2020 and employs around 1,100 people globally. This acquisition aims to enhance PPG's product offerings and expand customer distribution.
On January 8, 2021, the VersaFlex Family of Companies announced its acquisition by PPG (NYSE: PPG), a leading global paint and coatings manufacturer. The transaction, advised by Lazard Middle Market, is expected to finalize in Q1 2021, pending customary closing conditions. VersaFlex specializes in protective coatings and foams, serving diverse sectors including industrial and transportation. VersaFlex's President, Rob Pawlak, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, highlighting the alignment with PPG's high standards and commitment to sustainable value for customers.
PPG (NYSE:PPG) has increased its cash offer to €27.75 per share for Tikkurila (NASDAQ OMX: TIK1V), raising the total transaction value to approximately €1.24 billion, including debt assumption. This amendment follows a competing offer received by Tikkurila. The tender offer is set to commence on or around January 15, 2021, with anticipated completion in Q2 2021, subject to customary conditions. PPG's CEO highlighted the synergistic benefits of the acquisition, which includes leveraging Tikkurila’s distribution network in the Nordic region.