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O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) is recognized as the world's largest glass container manufacturer and is a preferred partner for many leading food and beverage brands. Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, O-I delivers safe, sustainable, and iconic glass packaging solutions across the globe. With revenues of $7.1 billion in 2023, O-I employs approximately 23,000 people across 68 plants in 19 countries.
O-I’s core business revolves around producing high-quality glass bottles and jars for various markets, including beer, wine, soda, spirits, condiments, and food. The company boasts significant market presence in Europe, North America, and Brazil, with 70% of its revenue generated from outside the United States.
Among O-I's notable projects, the company was recently selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to begin award negotiations for up to $125 million in funding under the Industrial Demonstrations Program. This initiative is part of a broader effort to demonstrate commercial-scale decarbonization solutions to move energy-intensive industries toward net-zero emissions.
O-I Glass continuously invests in sustainability and innovation, exemplified by the recent introduction of returnable, reusable glass wine bottles in partnership with Revino. This initiative aims to enhance the sustainability of wine packaging by locally producing over 2.4 million reusable bottles for a return system, starting in Oregon.
Financially, O-I is robust, recently completing a $300 million private offering of senior notes due 2032. The proceeds will be utilized to redeem existing senior notes, thereby optimizing the company's debt structure.
Additionally, O-I’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its significant investments in plant upgrades. A notable example is the $120 million transformation of its Zipaquira, Colombia plant, which includes the installation of advanced furnace technology aimed at increasing flexibility, productivity, and reducing CO2 emissions.
O-I Glass’s dedication to innovation is further highlighted by their Modular Advanced Glass Manufacturing Asset (MAGMA) program, which aims to revolutionize glass melting technology. The company is also actively engaged in improving its environmental footprint, targeting a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
Overall, O-I Glass, Inc. remains a stalwart in the glass manufacturing industry, continually pushing the boundaries of sustainability and innovation while maintaining strong financial health and strategic market presence.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) has scheduled its third-quarter 2020 conference call for Oct. 28, 2020, at 8 a.m. EDT. Earnings results will be released after market close on Oct. 27. Interested participants can access the conference call by dialing 1-888-733-1701 (U.S.) or 706-634-4943 (International) by 7:50 a.m. EDT. The event will include a webcast available on the O-I website. O-I Glass achieved revenues of $6.7 billion in 2019, making it a leader in the glass packaging industry with over 72 plants globally.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) will participate in the Credit Suisse 33rd Annual Virtual Basic Materials Conference on September 16, 2020. CEO Andres Lopez and CFO John Haudrich are scheduled to present at 10:15 a.m. ET. A live webcast of their presentation will be available and can be accessed through the provided link. The replay will be accessible within 36 hours and archived for one year. Presentation slides will be uploaded on the company’s website after market close on September 15. O-I Glass, a leader in glass production, reported revenues of $6.7 billion in 2019.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) reported its second quarter 2020 results, revealing a loss from continuing operations of $0.64 per share compared to earnings of $0.42 per share in the same quarter last year. Despite the pandemic's impact, sales volume improved in June, resulting in a total net sales of $1.4 billion, down from $1.8 billion in Q2 2019. Cash flow turned positive at $181 million as of June 30, significantly better than a cash outflow in 2019. The company anticipates a 4-7% sales volume decline for the full year, an improvement from earlier estimates.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) has sold its Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) business unit to Visy Industries for approximately AUD $947 million (USD $677 million). The transaction, which includes a sale-leaseback agreement worth AUD $214 million, allows O-I to receive 95% of the proceeds immediately, with the remainder within 12 months. The ANZ unit generated sales of AUD $754 million and EBITDA of AUD $124 million in 2019. The divestiture concludes a thorough strategic review of O-I's global portfolio, with net proceeds primarily aimed at reducing debt.
O-I Glass announced the divestiture of its Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) business unit to Visy Industries for gross proceeds of approximately AUD $947 million. This strategic move aims to enhance financial flexibility and reduce debt. The company reported a positive business update for Q2 2020, indicating improved performance with cash flows remaining solidly positive despite a 15% decline in total sales volumes. Adjusted earnings are expected to be about breakeven. O-I anticipates closing the deal by August 31, 2020, following regulatory approvals.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) has announced its second quarter 2020 earnings conference call scheduled for Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at 8 a.m. EDT. The earnings release will be issued after market close on August 4. Investors can access earnings presentation materials on the company's investor relations website. The event will also be available for archiving until August 2021. In 2019, O-I generated revenues of $6.7 billion and operates worldwide with over 27,500 employees across 78 plants in 23 countries.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) updated investors on June 8, 2020, about its operations amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. The company faced a decline in shipments, initially down 18% quarter-to-date but noted gradual recovery as markets reopen. Despite challenges, O-I reported modest segment operating profits and stable cash flows compared to last year. The firm has enhanced its financial flexibility through refinancing and implemented cost management measures, including temporary salary reductions and dividend suspension. O-I expects 2020 volumes to decline 5-10% year-over-year.
O-I Glass, Inc. (NYSE: OI) will participate in the Deutsche Bank 2020 Global Industrials and Materials Summit on June 9, 2020. CEO Andres Lopez and CFO John Haudrich are scheduled to present at 3:00 p.m. ET. A live webcast will be available at this link. The replay will be accessible within 24 hours post-presentation for 90 days. Additionally, presentation slides will be published on O-I's investor website after the market closes on June 8.
O-I Glass, Inc. announced that its subsidiary, Owens-Brockway Glass Container Inc., plans to offer $500 million in senior notes due 2027. The offering is subject to market conditions and will be conducted privately under Rule 144A and Regulation S. The proceeds will be used to redeem approximately $130 million of 4.875% senior notes due 2021 and to repay $105 million in borrowings. The remaining proceeds will help redeem part of OB Glass's 5.000% senior notes due 2022. The offering is unregistered and available only to qualified buyers.