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Steel Dynamics Reports Third Quarter 2011 Results
Oct. 18, 2011 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net income of $43 million on net sales of $2.0 billion for the third quarter, and net income of $248 million on net sales of $6.14 billion for the nine months ended September 30, 2011.
Steel Dynamics Names Millett as President and CEO, Effective 2012
Oct. 17, 2011 - The Steel Dynamics, Inc. Board of Directors has appointed Mark D. Millett to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective January 1, 2012. At that time, Keith Busse will become Chairman of the company's board of directors.
Steel Dynamics Renews, Increases Revolving Credit Facility
Sep. 30, 2011 - Steel Dynamics has amended, restated and expanded its senior secured revolving credit facility from the prior $924 million level to a renewed five-year $1.1 billion facility.
Steel Dynamics Provides Third Quarter Earnings Guidance
Sep. 13, 2011 - Steel Dynamics is expecting to report third quarter earnings in the range of $0.18 to $0.22 per diluted share, a decrease from the previous quarter due primarily to a substantial drop in anticipated third quarter flat rolled earnings.
Steel Dynamics Reports 2nd Quarter 2011 Results
Jul. 19, 2011 - Steel Dynamics reports net income of $99 million on net sales of $2.1 billion for the second quarter.
Steel Dynamics Names Rinn Executive VP of Metals Recycling
Jul. 15, 2011 - Steel Dynamics announces the appointment of Russell B. Rinn as Executive Vice President of Metals Recycling and President and Chief Operating Officer of OmniSource Corp.
Steel Dynamics, ThyssenKrupp Steel USA Receive Industry Awards
Jul. 7, 2011 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. was recently honored as "Steel Producer of the Year" as part of American Metal Market's second annual Awards for Steel Excellence, while ThyssenKrupp Steel USA was named as the winner for “Best Greenfield Technology”.
Steel Dynamics Provides Second Quarter Earnings Guidance
Jun. 17, 2011 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. expects second quarter earnings to be in the range of $0.35 to $0.40 per diluted share, lower than the first quarter 2011 reported results of $0.46, but higher than earnings of $0.22 per diluted share achieved in Q2 2010.
Siemens to Implement Lomas System at SDI Roanoke
May 12, 2011 - Steel Dynamics has placed an order with Siemens Industry, Inc. to provide an EAF off-gas monitoring system at the Roanoke Bar Division’s mini mill in Roanoke, Va.
Kobe Steel Reports Project Status of Mesabi Nugget ITmk3 Plant
Apr. 29, 2011 - During recent operations, Mesabi Nugget, the world's first commercial plant using the ITmk3® Process, has reached 80% nugget productivity and plant availability has improved to 85%.
Steel Dynamics Reports Significantly Stronger First Quarter 2011 Results
Apr. 19, 2011 - Steel Dynamics reported first quarter net income of $106 million on net sales of $2.0 billion.
Steel Dynamics, LaFarga Create Copper Wire Rod Venture
Apr. 18, 2011 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. and LaFarga Group are creating a new partnership that will utilize recycled copper scrap to produce higher-margin copper wire rod.
Steel Dynamics Names Millett President and COO
Apr. 15, 2011 - Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s board of directors has approved the appointment of Mark D. Millett to the new position of President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Richard P. Teets Jr. will continue as Executive Vice President and President and COO of Steelmaking.
Steel Dynamics Provides First Quarter Earnings Guidance
Mar. 11, 2011 - Steel Dynamics says it is expecting to report first quarter earnings per diluted share in the range of $0.37 to $0.42, significantly higher than fourth quarter 2010 earnings per diluted share of $0.04.
Steel Dynamics Reports 4th Quarter, Full Year Results
Jan. 25, 2011 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net income of $8 million on net sales of $1.5 billion for the fourth quarter and net income of $141 million on net sales of $6.3 billion for the full year 2010.
Steel Dynamics to Supply Welded Rail for Vermonter Project
Dec. 27, 2010 - Steel Dynamics’ Structural and Rail Division will supply 28,500 net tons of continuous welded rail to L.B. Foster Co., for use in the "Vermonter" project in New England.
Steel Dynamics Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend, Provides Q4 Guidance
Dec. 17, 2010 - Steel Dynamics' board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per common share, payable on or about January 14, 2011. The company also expects fourth quarter earnings per diluted share, before certain asset impairment charges related to its fabrication operations, to be in the range of $0.05 to $0.10.
OmniSource Responds to Criminal Charges
Oct. 26, 2010 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, OmniSource Corp., was indicted on multiple criminal charges involving the alleged receipt or attempted receipt of stolen property. The allegations come after a lawsuit filed on October 15 against the Prosecutor seeking the return of $277,000 in cash unlawfully retained after the raid.
Steel Dynamics Reports 3rd Quarter 2010 Results
Oct. 19, 2010 - Steel Dynamics reports net income of $19 million on net sales of $1.6 billion for the third quarter, and net income of $133 million on net sales of $4.8 billion for the first nine months of 2010.
Standard Rail from Steel Dynamics Approved by U.S. Railroads
Oct. 5, 2010 - Standard Strength rail produced at Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Columbia City, Ind., mill has been tested and approved by four U.S.-based Class I railroads and by Amtrak, the National Railroad Passenger Corp. SDI's Structural & Rail Division has begun rail shipments to Class I railroads.
Steel Dynamics to Buy Joist-Making Assets from Commercial Metals
Sep. 29, 2010 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has agreed to acquire from affiliates of Commercial Metals Co. certain facilities and assets of CMC's former steel-joist manufacturing operations. These assets will become a part of SDI's wholly owned subsidiary, New Millennium Building Systems.
Steel Dynamics Announces Q3 Cash Dividend and Earnings Guidance
Sep. 15, 2010 - Steel Dynamics expects third-quarter earnings per diluted share to be in the range of $0.05 to $0.10, compared to second-quarter 2010 earnings of $0.22 per diluted share.
Steel Dynamics Reports 2nd Quarter 2010 Results
Jul. 21, 2010 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net income of $49 million on net sales of $1.6 billion for the second quarter of 2010.
Steel Dynamics Announces Second Quarter Earnings Guidance
Jun. 17, 2010 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that it expects to report earnings of $0.20 to $0.25 per diluted share for the second quarter. Anticipated results reflect lower flat-rolled volumes and margins vs. the previous quarter, as well as the impact of both planned and unplanned outages.
Steel Dynamics to Collaborate with Modumetal on Coating Technology
May 13, 2010 - Steel Dynamics signs agreement with Seattle-based Modumetal for the application and continued development of Modumetal’s ModuGalv™ coating technology for both long and sheet steel applications.
Steel Dynamics Reports Stronger Q1 Earnings
Apr. 20, 2010 - Steel Dynamics reports net income of $65 million on net sales of $1.6 billion for the first quarter of 2010.
Steel Dynamics Sells $350 Million in Notes
Mar. 18, 2010 - Steel Dynamics completes the sale of $350 million aggregate principal amount of its 7 5/8% Senior Notes due 2020.
Steel Dynamics to Offer $300 Million in Notes
Mar. 12, 2010 - Steel Dynamics announces plans to sell approximately $300 million in aggregate principal amount of debt securities in a transaction exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933.
Steel Dynamics Declares Cash Dividend, Issues Q1 Guidance
Mar. 10, 2010 - Steel Dynamics’ board has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per common share, payable on or about April 12, 2010, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2010. The company also issued first quarter 2010 earnings guidance of $0.22 to $0.27 per diluted share.
Steel Dynamics to Begin Shipping Standard Rail to Major Railroads
Feb. 23, 2010 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has begun commercial production of Standard Strength rails that meet all current AREMA specifications at its Structural & Rail Division at Columbia City, Ind. Shipments are expected to begin in the second quarter.
Steel Dynamics Reports 4th Quarter, 2009 Results
Feb. 4, 2010 - Steel Dynamics reported net income of $26.7 million on net sales of $1.2 billion for the fourth quarter and a net loss of $8.2 million on net sales of $4.0 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009.
Kobe Steel Begins Production using ITmk3 Process
Jan. 18, 2010 - The world's first commercial plant using Kobe Steel’s ITmk3 process successfully began production of iron nuggets in the United States on January 12. Production is expected to reach the facility's annual design capacity of 500,000 tonnes in mid-2010.
Steel Dynamics Starts Production of Mesabi Nuggets
Jan. 14, 2010 - Steel Dynamics produces its first batch of iron nuggets at its Mesabi Nugget facility at Hoyt Lakes, Minn., marking the world's first commercial production of nuggets using the ITmk3 process developed by Kobe Steel Ltd.
Steel Dynamics Updates 4th Quarter Guidance
Dec. 11, 2009 - Steel Dynamics updates its fourth quarter 2009 earnings guidance to the range of $0.10 to $0.20 per diluted share.
Steel Dynamics Reports Sharp Increase in Q3 Profitability
Oct. 20, 2009 - Steel Dynamics reports net income of $69 million on net sales of $1.2 billion for the third quarter, and a net loss of $35 million on net sales of $2.8 billion for the first nine months of 2009.
Steel Dynamics Adds Gabriel Shaheen to Board
Sep. 28, 2009 - Steel Dynamics’ board of directors appoints Shaheen to the board, bringing the number of directors to 11.
Steel Dynamics Updates 3rd Quarter Earnings Guidance
Sep. 11, 2009 - Steel Dynamics updates its third quarter 2009 earnings outlook, saying it now anticipates earnings to be within a range of $0.20 to $0.25 per diluted share.
Steel Dynamics Reports 2nd Quarter 2009 Results
Jul. 23, 2009 - Steel Dynamics reports a net loss of $16 million on net sales of $792 million for the second quarter, and a net loss of $104 million on net sales of $1.61 billion for the first six months of 2009.
Steel Dynamics Expects to Report Small 2nd Quarter Loss
Jun. 22, 2009 - Steel Dynamics updates its outlook for the second quarter of 2009, saying that it now expects to report a loss of $0.10 to $0.15 per diluted share, after taking into account the recent issuance of common stock and convertible securities.
Steel Dynamics Underwriters Exercise Over-Allotment Options
Jun. 19, 2009 - Underwriters of Steel Dynamics’ announced offerings  of notes and stocks have exercised their full overallotment options.
Steel Dynamics Announces Pricing of Stock, Notes
Jun. 9, 2009 - Steel Dynamics has priced its public offerings of common stock and 5.125% convertible senior notes due 2014.
Steel Dynamics Announces Offerings of Stock, Notes
Jun. 3, 2009 - Steel Dynamics announced its intention to offer 27 million shares of common stock and $150 million of convertible senior notes due 2014, with the notes guaranteed by certain of its subsidiaries.
Steel Dynamics Reports Loss for 1st Quarter 2009
Apr. 24, 2009 - Steel Dynamics reports a net loss of $88 million on net sales of $815 million for the first quarter of 2009.
SDI Subsidiary Ships First Composite Railroad Crossties to BNSF
Apr. 15, 2009 - Dynamic Composites ships its first production order of "green" composite railroad ties, which feature a flat rolled steel core filled with concrete and encapsulated by a tough skin made from recycled materials.
Steel Dynamics Updates First Quarter Earnings Guidance
Mar. 12, 2009 - Continued weakness in market conditions leads Steel Dynamics to reduce its first quarter estimate of earnings to a loss of $0.40 to $0.45 per diluted share, reflecting continued weakness in the company’s metals recycling segment, lower production rates, and lower volumes of steel shipments.
Steel Dynamics Reports 4th-Quarter Loss, Full-Year Income
Jan. 27, 2009 - Steel Dynamics reports a net loss of $83 million on net sales of $1.2 billion for the fourth quarter, and record net income of $463 million on record net sales of $8.1 billion for the full year of 2008.
Steel Dynamics Provides 4th Quarter, Full-Year Outlook
Dec. 15, 2008 - ABSTRACT: Despite an expected fourth-quarter loss of $0.35 to $0.40 per diluted share, Steel Dynamics says it expects to report full-year 2008 earnings in the range of $2.35 to $2.40 per diluted share, reflecting record annual revenues, operating income, and cash flow from operations.
Steel Dynamics Reports Strong Third Quarter Results
Oct. 16, 2008 - Steel Dynamics reports net income of $193 million on net sales of $2.6 billion for the third quarter, and record net income of $546 million on record net sales of $6.9 billion for the first nine months of 2008.
Steel Dynamics Increases Share Repurchase Authorization Again
Sep. 23, 2008 - Steel Dynamics’ Board of Directors approves a further increase of 5 million shares to its existing share repurchase program.
Steel Dynamics Increases Share Repurchase Authorization
Aug. 27, 2008 - The Steel Dynamics Board of Directors approves a further increase of 10 million shares to the company’s existing share repurchase program.
Steel Dynamics Announces OmniSource Promotions
Aug. 14, 2008 - Steel Dynamics announces management promotions and organizational changes at OmniSource, its wholly-owned metals recycling subsidiary.
Steel Dynamics Realigns Organization
Aug. 6, 2008 - Steel Dynamics realigns its executive management structure, with each of the company's three current executive vice presidents assuming new responsibilities for various segments of the company, supported by additional corporate management appointments.
Steel Dynamics Increases Share Repurchase Program
Jul. 30, 2008 - The Steel Dynamics Board approves an increase of 5 million shares to the company’s existing share repurchase program, giving Steel Dynamics the authority to repurchase up to an additional 8.9 million shares.
Acquisitions Boost Steel Dynamics Sales, Earnings
Jul. 23, 2008 - Boosted by its recent acquisitions (The Techs, OmniSource, and Recycle South), Steel Dynamics reports net income of $210 million on net sales of $2.4 billion for the second quarter, and net income of $353 million on net sales of $4.3 billion for the first half of 2008.
Steel Dynamics Subsidiary Completes Acquisition of Recycle South
Jun. 17, 2008 - Steel Dynamics subsidiary OmniSource Corp. has completed its acquisition of the remaining 75% equity interest in Spartanburg, S.C., based Recycle South, LLC.
Steel Dynamics Raises 2nd Quarter Earnings Guidance
Jun. 13, 2008 - Stronger-than-anticipated volumes and pricing prompt Steel Dynamics to raise its 2nd quarter earnings expectations into the range of $0.90 to $0.95 per diluted share.
Steel Dynamics Subsidiary to Acquire Recycle South
May 9, 2008 - Steel Dynamics’ wholly owned subsidiary OmniSource executes a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining equity interests in Recycle South.
Steel Dynamics Reports Record 1st Quarter Sales and Earnings
Apr. 22, 2008 - Steel Dynamics announces net income of $143 million on net sales of $1.9 billion for the first quarter of 2008.
SMS Demag to Upgrade Steel Dynamics Bloom Caster
Apr. 7, 2008 - Steel Dynamics contracts SMS Demag to upgrade the bloom caster at the Pittsboro, Ind., facility for the production of larger section sizes.
Steel Dynamics Completes Notes Offering
Apr. 4, 2008 - Steel Dynamics completes its unsecured note offering of $375 million of 7-3/4% Senior Notes due 2016.
Steel Dynamics to Offer $300 Million in Notes
Mar. 28, 2008 - Steel Dynamics announces plans to sell approximately $300 million in aggregate principal amount of debt securities in a transaction that would be exempt from the Securities Act of 1933, but would be subject to market and other conditions.
Steel Dynamics Raises First Quarter Earnings Guidance
Mar. 12, 2008 - Steel Dynamics raises its first-quarter earnings guidance, primarily driven by higher-than-anticipated flat-rolled steel pricing and improved scrap processing results.
Steel Dynamics Announces Two-for-One Stock Split
Mar. 5, 2008 - The Steel Dynamics board of directors approves a two-for-one split of the company's common stock as well as a 33% increase in the company's quarterly cash dividend.
Steel Dynamics Reports Strong Results for 2007
Jan. 29, 2008 - Steel Dynamics announces net income of $98 million on net sales of $1.5 billion for the fourth quarter, and net income of $395 million on record net sales of $4.4 billion for the full year of 2007.
Timken Provides Rolling Mill Training for Steel Dynamics and other Producers
Dec. 20, 2007 - The need to train new millwrights to replace retiring veterans is accelerating demand for Timken’s Rolling Mill Industry Training classes, with demand for the training class nearly doubling in 2007 alone.
Steel Dynamics Updates Earnings Guidance
Dec. 20, 2007 - Excluding the effect of its late-October acquisition of OmniSource, Steel Dynamics expects fourth quarter earnings to be in line with the guidance that was issued in October.
Siemens to Upgrade Bar Mills in the U.S. and Mexico
Dec. 5, 2007 - Siemens Metals Technologies will upgrade bar mills at Steel Dynamics’ Pittsboro, Ind., facility and at Talleres y Aceros SA de CV in Ixtaczoquitlán, Mexico.
Steel Dynamics Completes Purchase of Minnesota Iron Mine
Dec. 4, 2007 - Steel Dynamics completes its purchase of a shuttered Hoyt Lakes, Minn., taconite mine from Cleveland Cliffs where it will invest $165 million so it can mine and concentrate iron ore for its Mesabi Nugget venture with Kobe Steel.
EPA, Steel Dynamics Reach Agreement on Clean-Air Violations
Nov. 2, 2007 - U.S. EPA Region 5 reaches an agreement with Steel Dynamics on alleged clean-air violations at the company's Butler facility.
Steel Dynamics Completes OmniSource Acquisition
Oct. 29, 2007 - Steel Dynamics completes its acquisition of OmniSource for approximately $1.1 billion, including $425 million in cash, 9.7 million shares of SDI common stock, and the assumption of approximately $220 million of debt, which was repaid on closing.
Siemens to Supply 4-Strand Billet/Bloom Caster for Steel Dynamics
Oct. 18, 2007 - Steel Dynamics contracts Siemens to engineer and manufacture a new 4-strand billet/bloom casting machine for its Structural and Rail Division in Columbia City, Ind.
Steel Dynamics Reports 3rd Quarter Earnings
Oct. 17, 2007 - Steel Dynamics announces earnings of $101 million on revenues of $1.2 billion for the third quarter and net income of $297 million on revenues of $2.9 billion for the first nine months of 2007.
Steel Dynamics Announces Completion of Notes Offering
Oct. 15, 2007 - Steel Dynamics consummates an unsecured note offering, proceeds of which would be used to support the company's planned acquisition of OmniSource.
Steel Dynamics Announces Offering of Notes
Oct. 5, 2007 - Steel Dynamics plans to sell approximately $500 million in aggregate principal amount of debt securities in a transaction exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933.
Steel Dynamics to Acquire OmniSource
Oct. 2, 2007 - Steel Dynamics enters a definitive agreement to acquire OmniSource, one of North America’s largest scrap recycling companies, in a transaction valued at slightly more than $1 billion.
Steel Dynamics Moves Forward on Minnesota Iron-Making Venture
Sep. 21, 2007 - Steel Dynamics moves forward with the Mesabi Nugget iron-making project at Hoyt Lakes, with the State of Minnesota helping to support project financing.
Steel Dynamics Adds Term Loan A Facility
Sep. 12, 2007 - Steel Dynamics amends its existing $750-million senior secured credit facility to allow for the addition of a $550-million term loan A facility. 
Steel Dynamics Updates Third Quarter Earnings Guidance
Aug. 31, 2007 - Steel Dynamics says third-quarter earnings could be in an updated range of $1.02 to $1.07 per diluted share, but says its near-term market assessment remains relatively unchanged from its most recent news release in July.
Steel Dynamics to Expand Structural Capacity with New Caster at Columbia City
Aug. 1, 2007 - Steel Dynamics’ Board of Directors has approved an additional investment of $75 million to install a second caster at its Structural and Rail Division at Columbia City, Ind., complementing the second medium section mill that is currently under construction.
Steel Dynamics Reports Second Quarter Results
Jul. 24, 2007 - Steel Dynamics reports earnings of $94 million on net sales of $911 million for the second quarter, and net income of $196 million on net sales of $1.8 billion for the first half of 2007.
Steel Dynamics Ships First Order of Welded Rail
Jul. 17, 2007 - Steel Dynamics makes its first shipments of welded rails from the recently completed rail welding operation at Columbia City, Ind.
Steel Dynamics Completes Acquisition of The Techs
Jul. 5, 2007 - Steel Dynamics completes its acquisition of The Techs for approximately $370 million, including certain purchase-price adjustments made at closing.
Steel Dynamics Increases Share Repurchase Program
Jul. 2, 2007 - Steel Dynamics’ Board of Directors approves a 5-million-share increase to its existing share repurchase program.
Steel Dynamics Announces Increased Revolving Credit Facility
Jun. 20, 2007 - Steel Dynamics has amended, restated and expanded its senior secured revolving credit facility from the prior $350-million level to a renewed 5-year $750-million facility.
Steel Dynamics to Acquire The Techs
Jun. 14, 2007 - Steel Dynamics enters into a definitive agreement to acquire Pennsylvania-based The Techs, paying $360 million for the company on a cash-free debt-free basis, subject to certain adjustments.
Steel Dynamics Affirms Healthy Earnings Outlook
May 30, 2007 - Steel Dynamics says it expects to report second quarter earnings in the range of $0.95 to $1.00 per diluted share, based on strong market conditions for structural steels and steel bars tempered by weaker-than-projected volumes and pricing for flat rolled steel.
Steel Dynamics Comments on Industry Consolidation Activity
Apr. 27, 2007 - Steel Dynamics issues statement to clarify its position regarding recent consolidation activity in the U.S. metals industry.
Steel Dynamics Reports Strong 1st Quarter
Apr. 17, 2007 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced earnings of $102 million on net sales of $866 million for the first quarter ended March 31, 2007.
Steel Dynamics Realigns Business, Management Structure
Apr. 17, 2007 - Steel Dynamics is aligning operations management under two new business groups—Flat Rolled Steels and Ferrous Resources, and Steel Shapes and Building Products.
Steel Dynamics Announces Completion of Notes Offering
Apr. 4, 2007 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has consummated its unsecured note offering of $500 million of 6-3/4% Senior Notes due 2015. The company says it will use net proceeds from the Notes to redeem its exis
Steel Dynamics to Buy Two Tennessee Scrap Yards
Apr. 4, 2007 - April 4, 2007 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. has reached an agreement to purchase two privately owned metals recycling facilities in eastern Tennessee. Together, the two scrap yards—
Steel Dynamics to Offer Notes
Mar. 29, 2007 - March 29, 2007 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that it plans to sell approximately $400 million in aggregate principal amou
Steel Dynamics Raises 1st Quarter Earnings Guidance
Mar. 13, 2007 - March 13, 2007 — Higher shipping volumes and margins that are somewhat stronger than initially projected are prompting Steel Dynamics, Inc. to raise its estimate of first quarter 2007 earning
CORE to Supply Materials Handling for Steel Dynamics Meltshop
Mar. 9, 2007 - March 9, 2007 — Core Furnace Systems was recently awarded a contract by Steel Dynamics Inc. to design and supply a meltshop materials handling system for the company’s Columbia City, In
Siemens to Upgrade Steel Dynamics Caster at Columbia City
Mar. 8, 2007 - March 8, 2007 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. (SDI) has awarded a contract to Siemens to modernize its e
Steel Dynamics to Invest in Pittsboro Mill
Mar. 2, 2007 - Steel Dynamics to Invest in Pittsboro Mill March 2, 2007 — Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has approved an
SDI Board OKs New Mesabi Nugget Initiative
Mar. 2, 2007 - March 2, 2007 — Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has approved the company's participation with Kobe Steel to construct and operate a $235-million iron-making facility in the Ho
Steel Dynamics Reports Record Results for 2006
Jan. 24, 2007 - Jan. 24, 2007 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net income of $105 million on net sales of $840 million for the fourth quarter and net income of $397 million on net sales of $3.2 billion for t
Steel Dynamics Continues Special Cash Dividend
Dec. 22, 2006 - Dec. 22, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has approved the continuation of a special cas
Steel Dynamics Updates Solid Earnings Outlook
Dec. 14, 2006 - Dec. 14, 2006 — Despite recent market softness and related steel industry earnings concerns, Steel Dynamics (SD
Steel Dynamics Increases Share Repurchase Program
Nov. 21, 2006 - Nov. 21, 2006 — Steel Dynamics’ Board of Directors has authorized the company to increase
Steel Dynamics Cancels Mesabi Nugget Participation
Nov. 21, 2006 - Nov. 21, 2006 — Steel Dynamics announced that it has decided to suspend its current financial i
Mesabi Nugget Project Placed on Hold
Nov. 20, 2006 - Nov. 20, 2006 — Unable to agree on the terms necessary for construction of a reduced iron plant
Steel Dynamics Announces Two-For-One Stock Split
Oct. 31, 2006 - Oct. 31, 2006 — Steel Dynamics’ Board of Directors has approved a two-for-one split of th
Steel Dynamics Reports Record 3rd Quarter Sales and Earnings
Oct. 19, 2006 - Oct. 19, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced record third quarter earnings of $119 million on
ITC Survives Day One of Corrosion-Resistant Steel Review Hearing
Oct. 18, 2006 - Oct. 18, 2006 — Tuesday, Oct. 17 marked Day 1 of a two-day International Trade Commission (ITC)
SMS Meer to Supply Reheat Furnace for New SDI Section Mill
Oct. 9, 2006 - Oct. 9, 2006 — Steel Dynamics Inc. placed an order with SMS Meer, Italy, for a 200 tons/hour walking beam furnace for its works in Columbia City, Ind. The new reheat unit will su
Steel Dynamics Increases Quarterly Dividend
Sep. 19, 2006 - Sep. 19, 2006 — Steel Dynamics’ Board of Directors has approved a regular quarterly cash
SMS Meer to Supply Medium Section Mill for Steel Dynamics
Sep. 7, 2006 - Sep. 7, 2006 — Steel Dynamics’ Structural and Rail Division has placed an order with SMS Meer, Germany, for the supply of a new 600,000 ton/year medium section mill for the
Steel Dynamics to Repurchase Stock
Aug. 30, 2006 - Aug. 30, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has authorized the company to b
Steel Dynamics Reports Strong 2nd Quarter Results
Jul. 20, 2006 - July 20, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net earnings of $97 million on record net sales of $821 million for the second quarter, and net income of $173 million on record ne
Gulf Coast Steel Initiative Promotes Steel for Lasting Home Reconstruction
May 9, 2006 - May 9, 2006 — Representatives of the North American steel industry are urging the use of steel for lasting reconstruction of the Gulf Coast region. Launched by a group o
Steel Dynamics Reports 1st Quarter Results
Apr. 20, 2006 - April 20, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced earnings of $76 million on net sales of $666 million for the first quarter 2006.
Steel Dynamics Completes Roanoke Electric Acquisition
Apr. 13, 2006 - April 13, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. has completed its previously announced acquisition of Roanoke Electric Steel Corp. The transaction closed on April 11, 2006, immediately fol
Steel Dynamics to Expand, Diversify Capacity at its Columbia City Mill
Apr. 11, 2006 - April 11, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced plans to add additional production capacity at
General Motors Withdraws Appeal in Court Case Against SDI
Mar. 16, 2006 - March 16, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that General Motors Corp. has withdrawn its appeal of a Michigan trial court's August 2004 dismissal, with prejudice, of GM's Marc
Steel Dynamics Appoints Corporate and Divisional Sales Managers
Mar. 10, 2006 - March 10, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced the appointment of Christopher J. Stock<
Steel Dynamics Venture to Manufacture Composite Railroad Ties
Mar. 10, 2006 - March 10, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. has formed a joint venture,
SMA Honors Phillip E. Casey and Keith Busse
Feb. 24, 2006 - Feb. 24, 2006 —The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) Board of Directors recognized Phillip
Steel Dynamics to Expand Steel Coating Capabilities
Feb. 8, 2006 - Feb. 8, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced plans to invest approximately $40 million in plant and equipment in order to produce pre-painted steel, acrylic-coated steel, and 55
Steel Dynamics Reports Strong Year-End Results
Jan. 24, 2006 - Jan. 24, 2006 — Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net income of $65 million on net sales of $570 million for the fourth quarter, and net income was $222 million on net sales of $2.2
Cleveland-Cliffs Approves Mesabi Nugget Investment
Jan. 11, 2006 - Jan. 11, 2006 — Cleveland-Cliffs’ Board of Directors has approved Cliffs' capital investment in the Mesabi Nugget Project.
Roanoke Electric Steel Reports Record Year-End Results
Jan. 5, 2006 - Jan. 5, 2006 — Roanoke Electric Steel Corp. reported net earnings of $17,488,418 on sales of $141,034,800 for the fourth quarter, and record net earnings of $40,319,433 on record
Steel Dynamics Announces Vice President of Ferrous Resources
Dec. 28, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has promoted Richard J. Brady, 39, to the position of Vice President of Ferrous Resources, effective January 1, 2006.
Steel Dynamics Upgrades Fourth Quarter Outlook
Dec. 19, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced it anticipates stronger fourth quarter results than previously expected, with fourth quarter 2005 earnings per diluted share expected to be in the range of $1.20 to $1.25.
Steel Dynamics to Expand Bar Processing at Pittsboro
Dec. 1, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced plans to expand operations at its Bar Products mill in Pittsboro, Ind., with additional downstream finishing operations for its special-bar-quality (SBQ) steel bar production.
CCR Technologies to Upgrade SDI Columbia City Caster
Nov. 1, 2005 - Steel Dynamics has awarded CCR Technologies Inc. a contract to supply a Beam Blank Weighing and Cut-to-Weight system for its existing 3-strand caster at the Columbia City facility.
Don Daily Elected 2006-2007 Chairman of SMA
Oct. 24, 2005 - The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) Board of Directors announced the election of Don Daily as Chairman of the SMA for 2006 and 2007. He will succeed Keith Busse, who concludes his two-year term in February 2006.
Steel Dynamics Reports Third Quarter Income
Oct. 20, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced earnings of $45 million on net sales of $499 million for the third quarter of 2005.
Steel Dynamics to Acquire Roanoke Electric Steel
Oct. 19, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. and Roanoke Electric Steel Corp. have announced their agreement to a merger in which SDI will acquire Roanoke.
Steel Dynamics and Employees Contribute to Hurricane Relief
Oct. 12, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. and its employees are donating more than $100,000 to benefit the people displaced by Hurricane Katrina. This contribution is being made to the Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Fund.
Steel Dynamics Replaces Credit Facility
Sep. 8, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has replaced its existing $230 million senior secured revolving credit facility with a new 5-year $350 million senior secured revolving credit facility.
Hydrogen Gas Supply Issues to Impact SDI Process Lines
Sep. 6, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has notified its customers for cold rolled, galvanized and painted sheet products that, until it can make alternative hydrogen gas supply arrangements, it is suspending order entry for these hydrogen gas-dependent, value-added products.
SMS Demag to Modernize Steel Dynamics CSP Plant
Jul. 26, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. (SDI) has placed an order with SMS Demag, Germany, to modernize the casting strands of the CSP® plant (Compact Strip Production), which were commissioned in 1995 (first strand) and 1996 (second strand).
Steel Dynamics Reports 2nd Quarter Net Income
Jul. 19, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced second quarter 2005 earnings of $51 million on net sales of $546 million.
Steel Dynamics Amends 2nd Quarter Outlook
Jun. 2, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. revised its outlook for the second quarter.
Steel Dynamics Announces Accounting Vice President
May 19, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has promoted Theresa Wagler to the position of Vice President and Corporate Controller. In her new position, Wagler, 34, will continue to report to the company's Chief Financial Officer.
Keith Busse Named Steelmaker of the Year at AISTech 2005
May 19, 2005 - Keith E. Busse, President and CEO of Steel Dynamics Inc. was named “Steelmaker of the Year” at AISTech 2005 — The Iron & Steel Technology Conference and Exposition, managed by the Association for Iron & Steel Technology. The Steelmaker of the Year Award is presented annually by the AIST to recognize notable leaders and their contributions to the steel industry.
Industry Representatives Speak Out in China Currency Case
Apr. 19, 2005 - On behalf of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) and the Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA), John Nolan, Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Steel Dynamics, Inc. (SDI), submitted written testimony last week to the House Ways and Means Committee related to the hearing on “United States-China Economic Relations and China’s Role in the World Economy.”
Mittal Steel's Chief Operating Officer to Address AISTech 2005
Apr. 8, 2005 - Malay Mukherjee, Chief Operating Officer of Mittal Steel, will be a featured keynote speaker for AISTech 2005 – The Iron & Steel Technology Conference and Exposition being held this May 9–12 in Charlotte, N.C.
Steel Dynamics Appoints Two New Directors
Mar. 18, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has increased the authorized number of directors from ten to eleven. The board announced that current SDI director James E. Kelley, 86, has resigned due to ill health.
Steel Dynamics Revises Earnings Outlook
Mar. 17, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has adjusted its outlook for the first half of 2005. The new guidance forecasts lower than previously expected first quarter results, but a stronger and substantially improved second quarter.
Steel Dynamics Reports Record Results for 2004
Feb. 3, 2005 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced net income of $82 million on net sales of $600 million for the fourth quarter, and net income of $295 million on net sales of $2.1 billion for the year 2004.
Steel Dynamics Sets Fourth Quarter Cash Dividend
Dec. 31, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced its previously approved fourth quarter dividend of $0.10 per common share will be payable on January 17, 2005, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 31, 2004.
Steel Dynamics Names Chief Financial Officer
Dec. 8, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced the appointment of Gary Heasley to the position of Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2005.
Steel Dynamics Breaks Ground on New Joist & Deck Plant
Oct. 27, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s New Millennium Building Systems, LLC, subsidiary conducted a ground-breaking ceremony for its new $30-million steel fabrication facility in Lake City, Fla., on October 22.
Steel Dynamics Adopts New Stock Repurchase Program
Oct. 27, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has authorized the company to buy back up to 5,000,000 shares of its common stock, or approximately 10% of the current shares outstanding.
Steel Dynamics Reports Record 3rd Quarter Sales and Earnings
Oct. 19, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced record third quarter earnings of $114 million on record net sales of $635 million, and net income $213 million on net sales of $1545 million for the third quarter and nine months ended Sep. 30, 2004, respectively.
Danieli Restarts Upgraded Pittsboro Bar Mill
Sep. 13, 2004 - Danieli Morgårdshammar recently started the hot run of the Steel Dynamics Inc. bar mill in Pittsboro, Ind., following an upgrade of the finishing mill area and finishing facilities.
Mesabi Nugget Successfully Concludes Pilot Plant Phase
Sep. 10, 2004 - Larry Lehtinen, President of Mesabi Nugget, LLC (MNC) announced the successful conclusion of the pilot plant testing phase of the Mesabi Nugget Project. The announcement culminates twelve months of engineering and construction followed by fourteen months of plant operations. The company will now proceed forward with commercialization of the Kobe Steel ITmk3 Process® and the iron nugget technology.
Heidtman Celebrates 50 Years in the Steel Industry
Sep. 9, 2004 - Heidtman Steel recently celebrated 50 years in the steel industry. Started up in 1954 by F. William “Fred” Heidtman, the company has grown to become a leading supplier of flat-rolled carbon steel products from 11 processing facilities.
Steel Dynamics Appoints Vice President for Bar Products Division
Aug. 25, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has appointed Glenn Pushis to the position of Vice President and General Manager of the Bar Products Division. Pushis has served as General Manager of that division since it was formed in January of 2003.
AISI Chairman Details Challenges to Domestic Industry
Aug. 20, 2004 - “We are witnessing major structural changes in the steel industry, which can be described accurately as both ‘revolutionary’ and predictable,” American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) Chairman David S. Sutherland, President and CEO of Ipsco, Inc., testified Thursday, August 19, at a Steel Caucus field hearing in Pittsburgh.
Judge Dismisses GM Lawsuit against Steel Dynamics
Aug. 6, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that on August 4, 2004, a Michigan circuit court judge dismissed General Motors Corp.'s lawsuit against SDI over an alleged multi-year steel purchase agreement.
Steel Dynamics Selects Location for New Joist & Deck Plant
Jul. 24, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that New Millennium Building Systems, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary, has selected Lake City, Fla., as the site for construction of a new steel fabrication facility.
Steel Dynamics Announces Record Quarterly Earnings
Jul. 21, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced record second quarter earnings of $67.3 million on net sales of $526 million for the second quarter of 2004.
Steel Dynamics Announces Initiation of Cash Dividend
Jul. 15, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc.’s Board of Directors has declared the company's first quarterly cash dividend.
Steel Industry Groups Sign Safety Alliance with OSHA
Jul. 8, 2004 - The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the three major trade associations representing virtually all of the basic and specialty steel producers in America have joined forces in an effort to enhance worker safety and health in the nation's steel mills.
Steel Dynamics Announces Completion of Refinancing
Jul. 2, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has completed its previously announced refinancing and has entered into a new 4-year $230 million senior secured revolving credit facility.
Steel Dynamics Announces New Raw Materials Position
Jun. 30, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. has appointed Richard J. Brady as Manager of Ferrous Resources and Logistics.
EPA Region 5 Settles Case with Steel Dynamics
Jun. 25, 2004 - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 recently settled an administrative case involving hazardous chemical reporting violations with Steel Dynamics, Butler, Ind. An additional case was settled with Kohl's Foods, Milwaukee, Wis., and new complaints were filed against Sewall Gear Manufacturing, St. Paul, Minn., and U.S. Aluminate Co., Ashtabula, Ohio.
Steel Dynamics Announces Commencement of Refinancing
Jun. 8, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. announced that it intends to launch syndication of a new $225 million senior secured revolving credit facility.
Steel Dynamics Reports Strong 1st Quarter Results
Apr. 21, 2004 - Steel Dynamics, Inc. reported first quarter 2005 earnings of $61 million on net sales of $571 million.
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