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UPS (NYSE:UPS) is set to announce its 2021 first-quarter results on April 27, 2021, around 6:00 a.m. ET. Following the announcement, CEO Carol Tomé and CFO Brian Newman will host an investor conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss these results. This call will be publicly accessible through a live webcast, with the audio available on the Investor Relations website for a limited time afterward.
UPS has commenced construction on a new 40,000 square meter healthcare logistics facility in Rome, Italy, slated to open in July 2022. This state-of-the-art facility will feature controlled temperature environments for healthcare products, supporting pharmaceutical and medical device customers in Italy. The expansion emphasizes UPS's commitment to enhancing its cold chain capabilities in Europe and aligns with its strategic investments across multiple global markets, including facilities in the UK, Czech Republic, and the Netherlands.
The UPS Foundation and UPS Healthcare announced a commitment to deliver 20 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to underserved countries across four continents. Collaborating with COVAX, Gavi, and CARE, this initiative aims to enhance equitable vaccine distribution, notably for healthcare workers. UPS will provide cold-chain technology and logistical support, with an initial financial commitment exceeding $3 million, including a $2 million grant to Gavi. This effort reflects UPS's dedication to global health and efficient vaccine delivery, seeking to impact over 10 million individuals in need.
UPS announced the induction of 1,412 drivers into the Circle of Honor, recognizing those who have maintained an accident-free record for 25 years or more. This expands the group to 10,779 active members. The drivers play a crucial role in delivering over 20 million packages daily, contributing to 3% of the world's GDP. UPS drivers collectively log 3.5 billion miles per year, achieving an impressive 15 billion miles without accidents. The latest inductees also include drivers from several countries outside the U.S., reflecting UPS's commitment to safety and excellence.
UPS Healthcare is expanding its cell and gene services by adding eight new centers of excellence, increasing the total to 14 certified sites. These centers, located in major cities worldwide including New York, Miami, Amsterdam, and Tokyo, enhance Marken's existing services in global logistics for cell and gene therapies. The company emphasizes real-time monitoring through its global control center, ensuring temperature and location tracking during shipments. This expansion aims to strengthen Marken's leadership in clinical trial logistics amidst growing demand for complex therapies.
UPS has announced a quarterly dividend of $1.02 per share, payable on March 10, 2021, to shareholders of record by February 22, 2021. This commitment to dividends underscores UPS's financial strength, as it has consistently maintained or increased its dividends since its IPO in 1999. With a reported revenue of $84.6 billion in 2020, UPS continues to prioritize shareholder returns while focusing on sustainability, community support, and diversity.
Ware2Go, a UPS-founded fulfillment network, has recently won two prestigious awards, being named a gold winner for Most Innovative Product of the Year by the Best in Biz Awards and recognized as a Top 10 Logistics Tech Startup by Logistics Tech Outlook. These accolades highlight Ware2Go’s advanced supply chain tools that leverage machine learning to assist merchants in optimizing fulfillment processes. The company also played a pivotal role in the 1M Masks initiative, facilitating quick access to PPE for healthcare workers.
UPS has signed a definitive agreement to sell UPS Freight to TFI International for $800 million, expected to close in Q2 2021. This strategic divestiture aims to allow UPS to focus on core business areas that enhance customer value. A non-cash, pre-tax impairment charge of approximately $500 million is anticipated in UPS’s consolidated income for the year ended December 31, 2020. UPS Freight, a leading U.S. LTL carrier, will continue using UPS’s domestic package network for five years post-sale, ensuring operational continuity.
