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--- Alcoa (NYSE:AA) opened Wednesday at $10.48 per share on trading volume of 2,910,000 shares.
In a press release out on Jul 01, 2009 -- Alcoa (NYSE:AA) announced today that effective immediately Tim D. Myers, 43, has been named President, Alcoa Wheel and Transportation Products, with responsibility for forged wheels and aluminum structures. This global business serves the commercial vehicle, defense and automotive markets with products used in a range of applications including forged aluminum wheels, and niche products such as Dura-Bright(R) and Dura-Flange(R) wheels, LvL One(TM) truck wheels, and M-Series(TM) medium truck wheels, as well as a variety of other aluminum components. AWTP has operations in North America, Europe, Russia, South Africa, Australia and Japan. Myers succeeds Kevin B. Kramer, who has been appointed President, Growth Initiatives. Myers had been vice president and general manager, Commercial Vehicle Wheels, accountable for Alcoa truck wheel plants worldwide and sub-assembly and logistics sites in North America.
About Alcoa
Alcoa is the world leader in the production and management of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum and alumina combined, through its active and growing participation in all major aspects of the industry. Alcoa serves the aerospace, automotive, packaging, building and construction, commercial transportation and industrial markets, bringing design, engineering, production and other capabilities of Alcoa's businesses to customers. In addition to aluminum products and components including flat-rolled products, hard alloy extrusions, and forgings, Alcoa also markets Alcoa(R) wheels, fastening systems, precision and investment castings, and building systems. The Company has been named one of the top most sustainable corporations in the world at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and has been a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for seven consecutive years. More information can be found at www.alcoa.com
--- Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) opened Wednesday at $18.67 per share on trading volume of 3,090,000 shares.
In a press release out on Jul 01, 2009 -- Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE:OSK) announced that it today completed the sale of the Geesink Norba Group, based in Emmeloord, The Netherlands, to the U.S.-based investment firm Platinum Equity. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
About Oshkosh Corporation
Oshkosh Corporation is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of a broad range of specialty access equipment, commercial, fire & emergency and military vehicles and vehicle bodies. Oshkosh Corporation manufactures, distributes and services products under the brands of Oshkosh(R), JLG(R), Pierce(R), McNeilus(R), Medtec(R), Jerr-Dan(R), BAI(TM), Oshkosh Specialty Vehicles, Frontline(TM), SMIT(TM), CON-E-CO(R), London(R) and IMT(R). The Oshkosh brands are valued worldwide in businesses where high quality, superior performance, rugged reliability and long-term value are paramount. For more information, log on to www.oshkoshcorporation.com.
--- XL Capital Ltd (NYSE: XL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) opened Wednesday at $11.55 per share on trading volume of 938,907 shares.
In a press release out on July 1, 2009 -- XL Insurance, the global insurance operations of XL Capital Ltd (NYSE: XL), today announced the appointment of Neil Robertson as Chief Underwriting Officer for its Global Specialty business.
About XL Insurance
"XL Insurance" is the global brand used by member insurers of the XL Capital Ltd (NYSE: XL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) group of companies. More information about XL Insurance and its products is available at www.xlinsurance.com. Through its operating subsidiaries, XL Capital is a leading provider of global insurance and reinsurance coverages and services to industrial, commercial and professional service firms, insurance companies, and other enterprises on a worldwide basis. More information about XL Capital Ltd is available at www.xlcapital.com.
--- PepsiCo, Inc. (NYSE:PEP) opened Wednesday at $55.12 per share on trading volume of 2,040,000 shares.
In a press release out on July 1, 2009 -- The USA National Pavilion organizers announced here today that PepsiCo has joined as a Global Partner and the Exclusive Non-Alcoholic Beverages and Snack Foods Partner of the USA Pavilion at the 2010 Shanghai World Expo.
About PepsiCo
PepsiCo is one of the world's largest food and beverage companies, with 2008 annual revenues of more than $43 billion. The company employs approximately 198,000 people worldwide, and its products are sold in approximately 200 countries. Its principal businesses include: Frito-Lay snacks, Pepsi-Cola beverages, Gatorade sports drinks, Tropicana juices and Quaker foods. The PepsiCo portfolio includes 18 brands that generate $1 billion or more each in annual retail sales. PepsiCo's commitment to sustainable growth, defined as Performance with Purpose, is focused on generating healthy financial returns while giving back to communities the company serves. This includes meeting consumer needs for a spectrum of convenient foods and beverages, reducing the company's impact on the environment through water, energy and packaging initiatives, and supporting its employees through a diverse and inclusive culture that recruits and retains world-class talent. PepsiCo is listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index and the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. For more information, please visit www.pepsico.com.
--- UPS (NYSE: UPS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) opened Wednesday at $49.95 per share on trading volume of 820,484 shares.
In a press release out on Jul 01, 2009 -- The Georgia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GHCC) has named UPS (NYSE: UPS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) its 2009 Corporation of the Year for its leadership in Hispanic business development and continued commitment to supplier diversity.
About UPS
UPS (NYSE: UPS | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating) is the world's largest package delivery company and a global leader in supply chain and freight services. With more than a century of experience in transportation and logistics, UPS is a leading global trade expert equipped with a broad portfolio of solutions. Headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., UPS serves more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. The company can be found on the Web at UPS.com. To get UPS news direct, visit pressroom.ups.com/RSS.
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