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Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) is a global leader in the manufacture, installation, and service of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways. For over 160 years, Otis has revolutionized the way people move through the urban landscape. The company is recognized for its innovation, quality, and reliability in vertical transportation solutions.
Otis holds the distinction of being the largest global elevator and escalator supplier by revenue, commanding an impressive 18% market share. The company’s product lifecycle includes the installation of elevator units in new buildings, providing maintenance services, and eventually replacing these units after their 15- to 20-year useful life. Otis maintains over 2 million elevators worldwide, the largest service portfolio in the industry.
Headquartered in Connecticut, USA, Otis employs a workforce of 71,000 people, including 42,000 field professionals, all dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of customers and passengers across more than 200 countries and territories.
Recent achievements include:
- Financial Performance: Otis reported full-year net sales of $14.2 billion with 5.6% organic growth. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) increased by 11.7% to $3.54.
- Sustainability: Otis achieved Gold-level TRUE (Total Resource Use and Efficiency) zero waste certification for all five of its manufacturing facilities in China, underscoring its commitment to sustainability.
- Modernization Projects: Otis has been selected to modernize 34 elevators and 8 escalators in the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency.
Financially, Otis continues to demonstrate robust performance with significant growth in both its New Equipment and Service segments. Recent investor updates highlighted a strong first quarter with net sales of $3.4 billion and organic growth of 3.8%. The company has raised its EPS outlook driven by operational performance and is increasing its share repurchase target to $1 billion for the year.
As part of its long-term strategy, Otis focuses on creating value through operational excellence, strategic investments, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals.
For more detailed updates and financial data, visit www.otis.com and follow Otis on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook @OtisElevatorCo.
Otis Worldwide Corp. (NYSE: OTIS) announced the appointment of Abbe Luersman as Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer, effective July 26. Luersman has extensive experience in human resources, previously serving as CHRO at Ahold Delhaize, leading enterprise-wide people strategies, and shaping company culture. Otis President Judy Marks expressed confidence in Luersman's ability to impact the company positively, which employs 69,000 people globally. Otis specializes in elevator and escalator manufacturing, maintaining 2 million customer units worldwide.
Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) President & CEO Judy Marks will present at the Bernstein 37th Annual Strategic Decisions Virtual Conference on June 3, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. EDT. This event will be broadcast live on www.otis.com. Otis is a global leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing, maintaining over 2 million customer units worldwide and moving 2 billion people daily. The company operates in more than 200 countries, employing around 69,000 professionals.
Otis Worldwide Corporation (OTIS) reported strong first quarter 2021 results, with net sales of $3.4 billion, a 14.9% increase year-over-year, driven by 10.3% organic growth. GAAP diluted EPS soared 86.8% to $0.71. The company also highlighted a robust operating profit of $509 million, up 180 million from the previous year. Otis plans to return value to shareholders by raising dividends by 20% and increasing share repurchases to $500 million. The full-year outlook is optimistic, predicting net sales of $13.6 to $13.9 billion and adjusted EPS of $2.78 to $2.84.
Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, reflecting a 20% increase from the previous quarter. This dividend is scheduled for payment on June 10, 2021, to shareholders on record as of May 21, 2021. President and CEO Judy Marks stated that this increase demonstrates the company's confidence in generating strong free cash flow and delivering value to shareholders. Otis, a leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing, maintains over 2 million units worldwide.
On April 12, 2021, Otis Worldwide Corporation announced the successful completion of the inaugural Made to Move Communities global student challenge, engaging 14 schools across nine countries. The initiative aimed to enhance STEM education by pairing students with Otis mentors to develop real-world mobility solutions. Winning teams included Bloomfield High School (USA) and Romain Rolland Gymnasium (Germany). Otis plans to expand this program in 2022, highlighting its commitment to community engagement and sustainable development.
Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) will host a conference call on April 26, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. EDT to discuss its first quarter results and provide an outlook for 2021. Otis President and CEO Judy Marks and Executive VP and CFO Rahul Ghai will lead the discussion. Interested participants can join via webcast or by phone. Additional materials will be available on their website prior to the call, with a recording accessible later in the day.
Otis has been awarded contracts to supply hundreds of elevators and escalators for six transit projects in Canada, particularly in Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa. Notable projects include nearly 100 units for Ottawa's Stage 2 LRT extensions and the provision of 111 escalators for Toronto's Eglinton Crosstown Line. These projects aim to enhance urban mobility and reduce congestion. Completion of construction for some projects is expected by July 2023, emphasizing Otis's role in supporting critical transportation infrastructure across Canada.
Otis Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share on February 4, 2021. The dividend will be paid on March 10, 2021, to shareholders on record by February 12, 2021. As a leader in the elevator and escalator industry, Otis operates globally with over 69,000 employees and maintains more than 2 million customer units. This announcement reflects the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders, despite uncertainties including economic conditions and impacts from the ongoing pandemic.
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