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This page provides a historical news archive for The Shyft Group, Inc., formerly listed on Nasdaq under the symbol SHYF. Shyft described itself as the North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit for the commercial, retail, and service specialty vehicle markets. Its news flow, as reflected in company releases, covered developments across its fleet and specialty vehicle operations, financial reporting, and corporate transactions.
Shyft’s announcements frequently highlighted activities within its two core business units, Shyft Fleet Vehicles and Services™ and Shyft Specialty Vehicles™, and across its family of brands such as Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™ EV Solutions, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag® and Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™ Aftermarket Solutions, Builtmore Contract Manufacturing™, and Independent Truck Upfitters. News items included segment sales information, backlog updates, and commentary on operational efficiency and commercial growth initiatives, as disclosed in its quarterly results releases.
For readers interested in electric commercial vehicles, Shyft’s news archive includes coverage of its Blue Arc Class 4 EV truck receiving Zero-Emission Powertrain Certification (ZEPCert) and a Heavy-Duty Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Enhanced Electric Executive Order from the California Air Resources Board, as well as eligibility for incentive programs such as the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). Other releases describe partnerships, such as the Spartan RV Chassis collaboration with Rush Truck Centers to expand service support for motorhome owners.
A key theme in later news is Shyft’s merger with Aebi Schmidt Holding AG. Press releases document the effectiveness of the Form S-4 registration statement, shareholder approval of the merger, and the completion of the transaction on July 1, 2025, after which the combined company operates as Aebi Schmidt Group. Subsequent announcements note the delisting of Shyft’s common stock from Nasdaq and the expected trading of Aebi Schmidt Group shares under the ticker AEBI. Investors and researchers can use this archive to trace Shyft’s operational history, financial communications, and the steps leading to its integration into Aebi Schmidt Group.
The Shyft Group (SHYF) provided supplemental information about its proposed merger with Aebi Schmidt Group, announced on December 16, 2024. The combined company projects $2.7 billion in revenue and $315 million in adjusted EBITDA by 2028, with a long-term vision of $3+ billion in revenue.
The merger offers Shyft shareholders a 30% premium (excluding synergies) and 58% premium (including synergies) based on December 13, 2024 share price. Shyft shareholders will own 48% of the combined company, with Aebi Schmidt holding 52%. The all-stock transaction is expected to close by mid-2025, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
The deal aims to create a leading specialty vehicles company with increased scale and broader product offerings. Each Shyft share will be exchanged for approximately 1.04 shares of the combined company's common stock in a tax-free transaction.
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) has appointed Scott Ocholik as Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Ocholik, currently serving as Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer, and Corporate Controller, will succeed Jon Douyard, who previously announced his resignation. The company's Board of Directors is conducting a comprehensive search for a permanent CFO, considering both internal and external candidates.
Ocholik joined Shyft in 2019 as Vice President and Corporate Controller and has been serving in his current role since 2022. Prior to Shyft, he was Executive Vice President and CFO at Gestamp North America. He holds accounting and MBA degrees from Michigan State University.
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) and Aebi Schmidt Group announced an all-stock merger to create a leading specialty vehicles company. The merger terms include a 1.04 share exchange ratio, with Shyft shareholders owning 48% and Aebi Schmidt 52% of the combined entity. The combined company is projected to generate ~$1.95 billion in 2024 revenue and ~$200 million+ in adjusted EBITDA, including synergies.
The merger expects to deliver $25-30 million in synergies by year 2, with EPS accretion in year 1 and ROIC exceeding cost of capital by year 3. The combined entity will maintain a strong North American presence (75% of revenue) while leveraging Aebi Schmidt's European footprint. Barend Fruithof will serve as CEO, with James Sharman as Chairman. The transaction is expected to close by mid-2025, subject to regulatory and shareholder approvals.
The Shyft Group has begun shipping its first Blue Arc™ Class 4 EV trucks to multiple customers, including a leading parcel delivery customer. This milestone marks the transition to regular production of electrified fleet solutions. The vehicle, developed over three years through customer collaboration and rigorous testing, features the company's Work-Driven Design® process.
The commercial-grade truck includes ergonomic seating, noise-reducing cab, advanced safety systems, and configurable cargo spaces ranging from 600 to 1,000 cubic feet. Key features include automatic electronic parking brakes and keyless entry with auto-lock capabilities.
The Shyft Group announced that CFO Jon Douyard has resigned to pursue opportunities outside the industry, effective December 31, 2024. During his nearly five-year tenure, Douyard strengthened the company's financial discipline and balance sheet while driving growth through organic and inorganic investments. CEO John Dunn expressed gratitude for Douyard's leadership and contributions. The Board of Directors has initiated a comprehensive search for a new CFO, considering both internal and external candidates, with support from an executive search firm.
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF), a North American leader in specialty vehicle manufacturing, assembly, and upfit, has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on December 16, 2024, to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 15, 2024.
The Shyft Group has announced strategic partnerships with Allegiance Trucks and Ascendance Trucks to establish dealer sales and service for their Blue Arc™ Class 4 all-electric truck in the Northeast region. The partnerships leverage Allegiance and Ascendance's network of 75 locations across 16 states, offering advanced truck sales, flexible leasing, and comprehensive service support.
The Blue Arc Class 4 EV truck features configurable cargo spaces of 600 to 1,000 cubic feet, ergonomic seating, noise-reducing cab, and advanced safety systems including automatic electronic parking brake and keyless entry with auto-lock capabilities.
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) reported Q3 2024 results with sales of $194.1 million, down 3.6% year-over-year. The company achieved net income of $3.1 million ($0.09 per share) and adjusted EBITDA of $14.3 million, representing 7.4% of sales. Gross margin expanded to 20.4%, up 210 basis points year-over-year. The company maintained its full-year 2024 adjusted EBITDA outlook of $45-50 million and expects sales of approximately $800 million. Notable developments include Blue Arc Class 4 vehicle entering production with first deliveries expected in Q4, and consolidated backlog of $345.4 million, down 25.6% year-over-year.
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF), a leading North American specialty vehicle manufacturer, has announced its upcoming third quarter 2024 financial results conference call. The company will release its financial results before the market opens on Thursday, October 24, 2024. A conference call and webcast are scheduled to begin at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time on the same day.
Investors and interested parties can access the presentation, supporting materials, and replay through the company's investor relations website. For those wishing to join the conference call, dial-in numbers have been provided: 1-844-868-8845 (Domestic) or 1-412-317-6591 (International).
The Shyft Group (NASDAQ: SHYF) has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, showcasing significant progress in environmental stewardship, social impact, and governance. Key highlights include:
- A 15% reduction in Scope 2 GHG emissions year-over-year
- An order of 150 Blue Arc™ EV Trucks from FedEx
- A 40% decrease in Total Recordable Incident Rate and 75% reduction in Lost Time Case Incident Rate
- Completion of the company's first physical climate risk assessment
- A commitment to donate $100,000 to non-profit organizations through the Shyft For Good program
The report demonstrates Shyft's dedication to sustainable growth and creating long-term value for stakeholders, employees, and communities.
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