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Stepan to Announce First Quarter 2023 Results on April 25, 2023

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Monday, April 3, 2023

NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its first quarter 2023 earnings results on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at approximately 7:00 am ET (6:00 am CT).

Key Points: 
  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its first quarter 2023 earnings results on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at approximately 7:00 am ET (6:00 am CT).
  • Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals used in a broad range of industries.
  • Headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, Stepan utilizes a network of modern production facilities located in North and South America, Europe and Asia.
  • As a result, Stepan Company's actual financial results, performance, achievements or prospects may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

Vortex Companies Reorganizes Products Division

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

HOUSTON, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vortex Companies, a leading provider of advanced trenchless water and sewer technologies and renewal services, has reorganized the Products division in what it believes will streamline processes and sales in a fast growing market, according to Mike Vellano, CEO of the Vortex Companies. "Over the last few years, products growth has far exceeded our expectations," he said. "After making several acquisitions, it was time to bring all product lines into the fold with a singular focused strategy, so we overhauled our products team and simplified the sales model, to continue to meet the growing demands of our customers."

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vortex Companies, a leading provider of advanced trenchless water and sewer technologies and renewal services, has reorganized the Products division in what it believes will streamline processes and sales in a fast growing market, according to Mike Vellano, CEO of the Vortex Companies.
  • "Over the last few years, products growth has far exceeded our expectations," he said.
  • As part of the reorganization, the Vortex products division has been split into two groups: Coatings and Rehab Materials, and Technologies.
  • "Beyond their experience, both Matt and Pete are well-respected in our industry and terrific ambassadors of the Vortex brand," concluded Kingery.

EQS-News: Blue Cap AG with strong growth in revenue and earnings in the 2022 financial year

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Saturday, March 11, 2023

The operating result (adjusted EBITDA(1)) improved to EUR 30.3 million (+23% compared to the previous year: EUR 24.6 million).

Key Points: 
  • The operating result (adjusted EBITDA(1)) improved to EUR 30.3 million (+23% compared to the previous year: EUR 24.6 million).
  • This corresponds to a margin of 8.6% (previous year: 9.1%) of total output, which is also in line with the forecast of 8-9%.
  • Even after the corona pandemic subsided, the minority holding INHECO was able to keep sales at the previous year's level.
  • However, due to investments in long-term growth in a market that is still very attractive, the result is below the previous year.

L.B. Foster Reports Fourth Quarter / Full Year 2022 Results, Full Year Financial Guidance for 2023, and $15 Million Stock Buyback Authorization

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Monday, March 6, 2023

Net sales for the 2022 fourth quarter were $137.2 million, a $24.2 million increase, or 21.4%, over the prior year quarter.

Key Points: 
  • Net sales for the 2022 fourth quarter were $137.2 million, a $24.2 million increase, or 21.4%, over the prior year quarter.
  • Net operating cash flow in the 2022 fourth quarter totaled $8.3 million, a $2.3 million increase compared to the prior year quarter.
  • Gross profit for the 2022 fourth quarter was $26.8 million, a $7.7 million increase, or 40.7%, from the prior year quarter.
  • Adjusted EBITDA1 for the 2022 fourth quarter was $7.5 million, a $4.3 million increase compared to the prior year quarter.

U.S. Active Calcium Silicate Market Report 2023: Development of Active Calcium Silicates Using Nanotechnology to Enhance Their Physical Properties Presents Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

The United States Active Calcium Silicate Market report delivers the high inflation expectation considering the related impact from cost-push and demand-pull inflation.

Key Points: 
  • The United States Active Calcium Silicate Market report delivers the high inflation expectation considering the related impact from cost-push and demand-pull inflation.
  • Which are the products/segments/applications/areas to invest in over the forecast period in the United States Active Calcium Silicate Market?
  • What is the market share of the leading vendors in the United States Active Calcium Silicate Market?
  • What modes and strategic moves are considered suitable for entering the United States Active Calcium Silicate Market?

Eventful Year for Jotun

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Within Protective Coatings, Jotun also delivered solid sales growth.

Key Points: 
  • Within Protective Coatings, Jotun also delivered solid sales growth.
  • - 2022 was a challenging and eventful year for Jotun.
  • With operations in four segments and on all continents, Jotun is exposed to macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainties worldwide.
  • - There are many factors that can affect the paint industry going forward, but Jotun has good momentum going into 2023.

Global Bioplastics & Biopolymers Market Report 2022-2023 & 2027 - Opportunities in the Development of Newer Applications and High Potential in Emerging Economies

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Saturday, February 11, 2023

The global market size of bioplastics & biopolymers was USD 11.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 27.3 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 18.9%, during the same period.

Key Points: 
  • The global market size of bioplastics & biopolymers was USD 11.5 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 27.3 billion by 2027, at a CAGR of 18.9%, during the same period.
  • The key drivers of the bioplastics & biopolymers market are the increased use of bioplastics in the packaging end-use industry, increased focus of government on green procurement policies and regulations.
  • North America is the second-largest bioplastics & biopolymers market in terms of value, in 2021.
  • The countries in the region have already started implementing new regulations that promote the wide use of bioplastic materials.

Jon-Don Announces New Executive Leadership Appointments

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Thursday, January 26, 2023

CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jon-Don, a leading supplier of commercial supplies, equipment, consumables, and know-how to specialty contractors, announced three appointments to its executive leadership team. Andrew Carlson joins as Chief Marketing Officer, Eric Bosanac as General Manager for the Concrete Surface Prep and Polishing business segment, and Eve Brooks as Chief Human Resources Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Leading national distributor of commercial supplies, equipment, and chemicals welcomes newest appointments to its Executive Leadership Team
    CHICAGO, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jon-Don , a leading supplier of commercial supplies, equipment, consumables, and know-how to specialty contractors, announced three appointments to its executive leadership team.
  • He was previously the VP of Marketing and eCommerce for Antylia Scientific, where he led global marketing and ecommerce.
  • Her most recent leadership role was as VP & CHRO and member of the Executive Leadership Team at AMES Taping Tools.
  • Andrew, Eric, and Eve will join the other members of Jon-Don's Executive Leadership Team under Jay Davisson, Chief Executive Officer.

Stepan to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results on February 16, 2023

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2022 earnings results on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at approximately 7:00 am ET (6:00 am CT).

Key Points: 
  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stepan Company (NYSE: SCL) will issue its fourth quarter and full year 2022 earnings results on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at approximately 7:00 am ET (6:00 am CT).
  • To avoid delays, we encourage participants to dial into the conference call ten minutes ahead of the scheduled start time.
  • Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of specialty and intermediate chemicals used in a broad range of industries.
  • As a result, Stepan Company's actual financial results, performance, achievements or prospects may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

Global Specialty Silica Market Report 2022: Sector to Reach $9 Billion by 2028 at a 7% CAGR

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Monday, January 23, 2023

Fused silica products are used in the manufacture of optical components such as mirrors, UV and IR transmitting optics, lenses and metrology.

Key Points: 
  • Fused silica products are used in the manufacture of optical components such as mirrors, UV and IR transmitting optics, lenses and metrology.
  • By Application: The rubber segment held the largest market share in the global specialty silica market in 2021, as rubber made of silica material is widely utilized in different end-use industries such as automotive, footwear, and others.
  • By Region: Asia Pacific held the largest market share among all other regions within the global specialty silica market in 2021, owing to the rising construction activities in China and Japan .
  • The demand for constructing various buildings and infrastructure for the event will boost the market for specialty silica in the region.