Sunoco (SUN) EVP granted 20,000 restricted phantom units in long-term incentive award
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Harkness Austin reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Sunoco LP executive vice president and chief commercial officer Austin Harkness received an award tied to 20,000 restricted phantom units. These units were granted at no cash cost as a special one-time recognition award under the Sunoco LP 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan. The award is scheduled to vest 60% on December 5, 2028 and 40% on December 5, 2030, generally contingent on Harkness’s continued employment through each vesting date. Following this grant, his directly held common units total 124,551, reflecting a compensation-related increase rather than an open-market purchase.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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1 txn
Insider
Harkness Austin
Role
EVP, Chief Commercial Officer
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Units | 20,000 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Units — 124,551 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Key Figures
Restricted phantom units granted: 20,000 units
Grant price per unit: $0.00 per unit
Units held after transaction: 124,551 common units
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5 metrics
Restricted phantom units granted
20,000 units
Special one-time award under 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan
Grant price per unit
$0.00 per unit
Equity-based compensation, not an open-market purchase
Units held after transaction
124,551 common units
Direct ownership following the award
First vesting tranche
60% on December 5, 2028
Time-based vesting contingent on continued employment
Second vesting tranche
40% on December 5, 2030
Remaining portion of restricted phantom units
Key Terms
restricted phantom units, Sunoco LP 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan, vest, continued employment
4 terms
restricted phantom units financial
"A special one-time award of restricted phantom units granted in recognition of the reporting person's performance"
Sunoco LP 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan financial
"awarded under the Sunoco LP 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as amended"
vest financial
"The award shall vest 60% on December 5, 2028, and 40% on December 5, 2030"
A vest is the process by which an employee earns the right to receive certain benefits or ownership interests, such as stock or retirement funds, over time. It’s similar to earning a reward gradually, ensuring that the benefit becomes fully yours only after a set period or meeting specific conditions. This makes it important for investors because it determines when they can actually claim or use those benefits.
continued employment financial
"generally contingent upon the reporting person's continued employment through each applicable vesting date"
Continued employment means that an individual remains in their current job without interruption. For investors, it signals stability and ongoing work that can affect company performance and future prospects. Like a steady heartbeat for a business, sustained employment helps ensure consistent operations and financial health.
FAQ
What did Sunoco LP (SUN) EVP Austin Harkness receive in this Form 4 filing?
Austin Harkness received a special one-time award of 20,000 restricted phantom units. The award recognizes his performance and contributions and is granted under the Sunoco LP 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan, expanding his equity-linked compensation position without an open-market purchase.
How do the 20,000 restricted phantom units for SUN’s EVP vest over time?
The 20,000 restricted phantom units vest in two tranches over several years. Sixty percent vests on December 5, 2028, and the remaining 40% vests on December 5, 2030, generally requiring continued employment through each vesting date.
Is the Sunoco LP (SUN) phantom unit award to Austin Harkness an open-market buy or a grant?
The award is a grant of restricted phantom units, not an open-market purchase. It was issued at a stated price of $0.00 per unit as equity-based compensation recognizing his performance and contributions under the company’s long-term incentive plan.
How many Sunoco LP (SUN) common units does Austin Harkness hold after this transaction?
After the grant, Austin Harkness directly holds 124,551 common units. This total reflects the addition of 20,000 restricted phantom units awarded as long-term incentive compensation, rather than shares acquired through buying on the open market.
What plan governs the restricted phantom units granted to Sunoco LP (SUN) EVP Austin Harkness?
The restricted phantom units were granted under the Sunoco LP 2018 Long-Term Incentive Plan, as amended. This plan provides equity-linked awards such as phantom units to align executive compensation with long-term partnership performance and retention goals.