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KBR, Inc. (NYSE: KBR), headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a global leader in providing technology-driven engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) solutions. With a workforce exceeding 34,000 employees across over 30 countries, KBR serves a diverse range of industries including downstream, gas monetization, infrastructure, minerals, government services, and more.
Organized into two main segments—Government Solutions and Sustainable Technology Solutions—KBR offers a comprehensive suite of services that ensure efficient project execution and high-quality results. The Government Solutions segment focuses on providing mission-critical support, logistics, and infrastructure services to U.S. defense and federal agencies, while the Sustainable Technology Solutions segment specializes in delivering environmentally responsible technologies and services.
Recent notable achievements include:
- April 2024: Signing an alliance with GeoLith SAS to offer advanced Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology, Li-Capt®.
- April 29, 2024: Awarded a $771 million contract by the U.S. Army for mission-critical support under the LOGCAP V contract.
- April 30, 2024: Reported strong Q1 financial results for 2024, with revenues up by 7% and a significant increase in operating cash flow.
- May 2, 2024: Secured a $34 million contract with the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory for facility operations, maintenance, and cybersecurity.
- May 6, 2024: Awarded a multiple-award IDIQ contract by the U.S. Navy for global contingency services with a ceiling value of $2 billion.
- May 13, 2024: Partnered with OCI Global to deploy a proprietary operator training simulator for a clean ammonia facility in Texas.
- May 22, 2024: Signed an alliance with Sumitomo Chemical for exclusive licensing of propylene oxide by cumene technology.
- May 23, 2024: Selected as one of the awardees for a $43 billion multiple-award contract by the Defense Health Agency for health and wellness support for military personnel and their families.
Financially, KBR is robust, generating $7 billion in revenue in 2023, and achieving a net income of $93 million in Q1 2024. The firm's diversified portfolio and strategic partnerships position it strongly for future growth in the rapidly evolving sectors of technology, defense, and sustainable energy solutions.
KBR has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Atlas Agro AG to license its K-GreeN® technology for a series of green nitrate plants aimed at producing zero-carbon nitrogen fertilizers. The collaboration will enable the first plant's engineering design to commence in March 2023 in the United States. KBR is recognized as a leader in ammonia technology, holding approximately 50% of the market share in licensed capacity. The partnership is expected to support the production of fertilizers intended to feed nearly 16 million people and reduce carbon emissions by over one million tons annually. The initiative aligns with KBR's commitment to delivering advanced engineering solutions globally.
KBR, Inc. (NYSE: KBR) has announced a conference call scheduled for May 1, 2023, at 7:30 a.m. Central Time, to discuss its first quarter 2023 financial results. The earnings release and presentation will be made available on KBR's website ahead of the call. Shareholders and interested parties can access the call via a webcast through the Investor Relations section of KBR's website. A replay will also be provided following the call. KBR is recognized for delivering science, technology, and engineering solutions globally, employing approximately 30,000 people across 34 countries.
KBR (NYSE: KBR) has been appointed as the primary integrated project management contractor for BP's global hydrogen project portfolio. This collaboration focuses on optimizing project phases and ensuring effective project delivery through KBR's Integrated Project Management Team (IPMT). The contract marks a significant step in supporting BP's transition to sustainable energy and its growth in the hydrogen sector. KBR's expertise and long-standing relationship with BP will play a vital role in delivering successful projects. The contract will commence under an existing global agreement with BP, showcasing KBR's commitment to enabling the energy transition.
KBR (NYSE: KBR) has been selected by Avina Clean Hydrogen to provide its K-GreeN® technology for a groundbreaking green ammonia project in the U.S. This initiative aims to produce 2,200 metric tons of green ammonia per day, marking the largest project of its kind in North America. The collaboration emphasizes KBR's expertise in ammonia technology, having designed over 250 ammonia plants globally since 1943. Avina's choice reflects its commitment to ambitious ESG goals and the recognition of KBR's innovative, comprehensive solutions. This partnership underlines the potential of green ammonia to support decarbonization efforts in power generation and marine transport.
KBR announced that KBR Industrial Canada Co. has received a Letter of Intent from Equinor Canada for the front-end engineering design (FEED) of topside facilities for the Bay Du Nord floating production, storage, and offloading facility (FPSO) located offshore Newfoundland, Canada. This agreement includes an option for ongoing design and procurement management. KBR's work will contribute to one of the world's lowest carbon-emitting FPSOs, utilizing advanced technology to minimize emissions. This contract builds on KBR's previous work in pre-FEED engineering conducted in 2022, with production expected to commence in the late 2020s.
KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced on March 23, 2023, its acquisition of Acetica℠, a technology for acetic acid production. This acquisition enhances KBR's petrochemicals value chain by integrating CO2 utilization into the production of high-value chemicals like Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM). VAM is essential for sustainable coatings and adhesives, contributing to a net-zero transition. KBR is the only independent global licensor of this acetic acid technology. The company aims to provide sustainable solutions in the syngas and acetyls value chains and capitalize on carbon capture monetization for its clients.
KBR (NYSE: KBR) has launched SCOREKlean℠, an innovative ethylene and propylene process technology powered by 100% hydrogen-fueled burners to achieve zero emissions from ethylene cracking furnaces. This technology is aimed at decarbonizing the petrochemical industry, which is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. SCOREKlean offers benefits like ultra-low CAPEX design, feedstock flexibility, and higher yields. Doug Kelly, KBR President of Technology, expressed excitement over SCOREKlean's launch amid the industry's focus on sustainability and growth.
KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced that CVR Energy's Board of Directors has greenlit the next phase of the alkylation unit revamp at their Wynnewood, Oklahoma refinery. This phase includes engineering, design, and construction for KBR's Solid Acid Alkylation Technology (K-SAAT™), aiming to replace hydrofluoric acid and enhance gasoline production. The K-SAAT technology is expected to improve alkylate yield and deliver environmental benefits, marking a significant step for the U.S. refining industry. KBR will supply a fully engineered modular solution along with its proprietary catalyst, ExSact™, designed for superior performance.
KBR (NYSE: KBR) has secured a contract with Hyundai Engineering Company to provide proprietary equipment for a modular plastics recycling plant utilizing its Hydro-PRT technology. This facility will be located at LG Chem's Chronos Project in South Korea, with a capacity of 20,000 tonnes per annum. The contract follows KBR's prior licensing of Hydro-PRT technology to LG Chem. KBR's President, Doug Kelly, emphasized the advantages of their modular solution in achieving ESG objectives. Hydro-PRT technology is recognized for its efficiency in converting waste plastics into raw materials, contributing to full plastics circularity and offering significant environmental benefits.