Westlake Corporation is a global manufacturer and supplier of a diverse range of petrochemicals and building products
The company operates through various segments, including ethylene production and the manufacturing of vinyls, which serve multiple industries such as construction, packaging, automotive, and consumer goods. Westlake is committed to sustainable practices and innovation, focusing on improving productivity and efficiency in their operations while delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of their customers worldwide.
Today Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) announced that Westlake Compounds LLC has been awarded the esteemed EcoVadis Bronze Medal for its commitment to improved environmental sustainability and management. This accolade places Westlake Compounds LLC among the top 35% of companies assessed by EcoVadis globally.
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Westlake Innovations, Inc., a subsidiary of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), today announced the company has invested in Universal Matter, Inc. The Burlington, Ontario-based company’s vision is to become the leading supplier of high-quality and sustainable graphene and advanced materials to help decarbonize the planet. Westlake’s action builds upon the company’s commitment to helping develop a more sustainable future through continuous improvement its own manufacturing as well as strategic investments in innovative technologies and startup firms.
Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today announced that Mr. Roger A. Cregg has been appointed to the company’s board of directors. Mr. Cregg succeeds Mr. Marius A. Haas who, as previously disclosed, informed the board that he intended to retire from the board effective upon the appointment of his successor. Mr. Haas’ retirement from the board was effective on December 10, 2024.
Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today released its 2023 Sustainability Report, the company’s seventh voluntary annual update on sustainability innovations in products and continuous improvement in operations. The report also expands on the Company’s contributions to local communities as well as advancements in employee collaboration and professional development.
The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the third quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on December 12, 2024, to stockholders of record on November 26, 2024.
Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) will release its third quarter 2024 earnings prior to the market opening on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. The company will host a conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (10:00 a.m. Central Time) on the same day to discuss the earnings release.
Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today announced that Westlake Global Compounds businesses and operating sites outside of the U.S. - Westlake Compounds Holdings, S.A.S. - have been awarded the esteemed EcoVadis Silver Medal, reflecting the company’s commitment to improved environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility. This accolade places these Westlake Global Compounds sites among the top 15% of companies assessed by EcoVadis globally over the past year. EcoVadis is the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings and evaluates companies globally on their corporate social responsibility performance using international standards like the Global Reporting Initiative, the United Nations Global Compact, and ISO 26000.
Westlake Global Compounds and Westlake Dimex, business units of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK), today announced the launch of “Choose Pink,” a pilot polyvinyl chloride (PVC) recycling program with Houston Methodist. The program is the first-of-its-kind at a health care system in Houston and will take place at the Outpatient Center (OPC) at Houston Methodist Hospital, the hospital’s flagship location in the Texas Medical Center.
The Board of Directors of Westlake Corporation (NYSEWLK) today declared a regular dividend distribution of $0.525 per share for the second quarter of 2024. This dividend will be payable on September 5, 2024, to stockholders of record on August 20, 2024.
