Air Products & Chemicals, Inc. - APD STOCK NEWS

On October 14, 2021, Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards and Air Products CEO Seifi Ghasemi announced a $4.5 billion clean energy complex in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, aimed at producing over 750 MMSCFD of blue hydrogen. This megaproject will create 170 permanent jobs with an annual payroll of $15.9 million and over 2,000 construction jobs over three years. It includes the world's largest carbon capture for permanent sequestration, expected to be operational by 2026. This investment marks Air Products' largest in the U.S. and solidifies Louisiana's position in the clean energy transition.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) is set to announce its fiscal 2021 fourth quarter financial results on November 4, 2021, prior to market open. A teleconference will be held at 8:30 a.m. ET for public and media access. Interested participants can join via telephone or Internet broadcast. The company, a leader in industrial gases with a fiscal 2020 revenue of $8.9 billion, is focused on energy, environment, and emerging markets, operating in over 50 countries with a market cap around $60 billion.

Air Products (NYSE: APD) has initiated operations at its new liquid hydrogen plant located in La Porte, Texas, producing about 30 tons of liquid hydrogen daily. This facility is designed to meet the growing demand in various markets, particularly the hydrogen for mobility sector. The hydrogen will be sourced from Air Products' extensive Gulf Coast hydrogen pipeline network. In addition, the company plans to construct a green hydrogen production facility in the Southwest U.S. to cater to zero-carbon hydrogen fuel needs.

Air Products' president, Francesco Maione, will present at the GAWDA Annual Convention on October 9 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. His speech titled "Creating Value Together – Looking Back, Looking Forward" will cover industrial gas distribution and business philosophy. The company also supports community initiatives with a $10,000 donation to the Children's Literacy Center and has awarded a $2,500 scholarship to Ferris State University student Kassidy Tohm. Air Products is a leader in industrial gases with $8.9 billion in 2020 sales and a market cap of approximately $60 billion.

The collaboration between Aramco, Air Products (NYSE: APD), ACWA Power, and Air Products Qudra has resulted in the finalization of agreements for a $12 billion joint venture in Jazan Economic City. Air Products holds a 50.6% stake, while Aramco has 20%. The joint venture will operate under a 25-year contract, providing essential utilities to Aramco's Jazan Refinery. The deal is supported by $7.2 billion in financing from various lenders. All asset transfers and funding are expected to be completed by October 2021, strengthening existing partnerships and facilitating economic development in the region.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) will present its advanced liquefied natural gas (LNG) technologies at the Gastech Conference and Exhibition from September 21-23 in Dubai. The company will showcase its equipment and innovations that support the successful operation of LNG facilities. Notably, Rotoflow will highlight new hydraulic turbine advancements. Air Products will also participate in several technical presentations on increasing LNG efficiency and decarbonized production. The company is a global leader in LNG technology, with a reported fiscal 2020 sales of $8.9 billion and a market capitalization of about $60 billion.

Air Products (NYSE: APD) will implement price increases effective October 1, 2021, affecting liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen, and liquid carbon dioxide, with hikes of up to 20% and 15% respectively. Monthly service charges will increase by a similar 15%. Additional adjustments for helium, hydrogen, and argon will be determined based on supply and demand. The company cites rising sourcing, production, and delivery costs as the reason for these changes, aimed at maintaining investments in reliability and safety.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) announced the departure of Susan K. Carter from its Board of Directors effective September 30, 2021, after 10 years of service. Ms. Carter, a member of both the Audit and Finance Committee and the Management Development and Compensation Committee, has extensive experience in finance and operations. CEO Seifi Ghasemi expressed gratitude for her contributions, highlighting her expertise in various domains, including acquisitions and corporate governance. Air Products, with a market capitalization of about $60 billion, focuses on providing industrial gases and solutions for energy and environmental needs.