ATMU.NYSEAtmus Filtration Technologies INC
DEF 14A: Atmus Filtration Technologies Invites Stockholders to 2024 Annual Meeting, Highlights Strong 2023 Performance
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Proxy Statement
Atmus Filtration Technologies announces its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders and highlights its strong financial performance in 2023, including increased net sales and expanded margins.
Summary
- Atmus Filtration Technologies Inc. is inviting stockholders to its 2024 Annual Meeting to be held virtually on May 14, 2024.
- The meeting will cover the election of directors, executive compensation, and the ratification of the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm.
- Atmus highlights its strong financial performance in 2023, including net sales of $1,628 million, a 4.2% increase over 2022.
- The company also reports an expansion of margins by 300 bps to an 18.6% adjusted EBITDA margin and a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 1.4x.
- Atmus is progressing with its separation from Cummins, expected to be completed by the end of 2024.
- Following the Exchange Offer, Cummins no longer owns any shares in Atmus, and Atmus is an independent publicly traded company.
- The Board of Directors has determined that R. Edwin Bennett, Diego Donoso, Gretchen R. Haggerty, Jane A. Leipold, Stephen E. Macadam and Stuart A. Taylor II are independent directors under the applicable rules of the SEC and NYSE.
Sentiment
Score: 8
Explanation: The document presents a positive outlook for Atmus, highlighting strong financial performance and strategic progress. The tone is optimistic and confident, reflecting a well-managed company with growth potential.
Positives
- Atmus achieved strong financial results in 2023, with increased net sales and expanded margins.
- The company has a solid balance sheet and substantial liquidity, positioning it well for future growth.
- Atmus is making progress on its separation from Cummins, expected to be completed by the end of 2024.
- The company has a diverse and experienced Board of Directors.
- The company has implemented a robust clawback policy for executive compensation plans.
Future Outlook
Atmus is well-positioned to complete the separation of services from Cummins by the end of 2024 and to fund investments to drive growth and stockholder value creation.
Management Comments
- Atmus is a global leader in filtration products for on-highway commercial vehicles and off-highway vehicles and equipment.
- Atmus was launched through the successful Initial Public Offering (IPO) of the company in May 2023.
- We have continued to build trust with all our stakeholders in our first year as a publicly traded company and we have made significant progress in creating our company and establishing the way we want to operate at Atmus.
Industry Context
Atmus operates in the filtration products industry, serving on-highway commercial vehicles and off-highway agriculture, construction, mining, and power generation vehicles and equipment. The company competes with other filtration product manufacturers and benefits from increasing demand for lower emissions and superior asset protection.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- The document mentions a peer group of companies used for compensation benchmarking, including A.O. Smith Corporation, Donaldson Company Inc., and IDEX Corporation.
- These companies operate in the industrial machinery and manufacturing sectors, providing a basis for comparison of financial performance and executive compensation practices.
- The document does not provide specific details on how Atmus's financial results compare to those of its peers, but it indicates that the company's compensation levels are benchmarked against this group.
Management Changes
| Role | Previous Person | New Person | Effective Date | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director | Sharon R. Barner | March 18, 2024 | Resignation conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and Cummins beneficial ownership of shares of common stock of Atmus representing, in the aggregate, less than a majority of the total voting power of the then outstanding voting stock of Atmus. | |
| Director | Mark A. Smith | March 18, 2024 | Resignation conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and Cummins beneficial ownership of shares of common stock of Atmus representing, in the aggregate, less than a majority of the total voting power of the then outstanding voting stock of Atmus. | |
| Director | Cristina Burrola | March 18, 2024 | Resignation conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and Cummins beneficial ownership of shares of common stock of Atmus representing, in the aggregate, less than a majority of the total voting power of the then outstanding voting stock of Atmus. | |
| Director | L. Tony Satterthwaite | March 18, 2024 | Resignation conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and Cummins beneficial ownership of shares of common stock of Atmus representing, in the aggregate, less than a majority of the total voting power of the then outstanding voting stock of Atmus. | |
| Director | Earl Newsome | March 18, 2024 | Resignation conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and Cummins beneficial ownership of shares of common stock of Atmus representing, in the aggregate, less than a majority of the total voting power of the then outstanding voting stock of Atmus. | |
| Director | Nathan Stoner | March 18, 2024 | Resignation conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and Cummins beneficial ownership of shares of common stock of Atmus representing, in the aggregate, less than a majority of the total voting power of the then outstanding voting stock of Atmus. | |
| Director | Diego Donoso | March 18, 2024 | To fill the remaining Board vacancies conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and the effectiveness of the Cummins-designated director resignations | |
| Director | Stuart A. Taylor II | March 18, 2024 | To fill the remaining Board vacancies conditioned and effective upon the closing of the Exchange Offer and the effectiveness of the Cummins-designated director resignations |
Related Party Transactions
- Atmus entered into a separation agreement and other agreements with Cummins in connection with the IPO to effect the separation of Atmus's business from Cummins and to provide a framework for Atmus's ongoing relationship with Cummins after the IPO and the separation, each of which remain in effect following the completion of the Exchange Offer.
Stakeholder Impact
- The company's performance and governance decisions impact shareholders, employees, customers, and other stakeholders.
- The successful separation from Cummins and the establishment of an independent board are expected to benefit stakeholders by aligning the company's strategy with its own interests.
Next Steps
- Stockholders are encouraged to vote on the proposals outlined in the proxy statement.
- Atmus will continue to execute its growth strategy and complete its separation from Cummins.
- The company will hold its 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on May 14, 2024.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 1958 | Atmus was founded as part of Cummins Inc. |
| May 30, 2023 | Atmus completed its initial public offering (IPO). |
| March 21, 2024 | Record date for the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. |
| March 27, 2024 | Proxy materials are first being sent to stockholders. |
| May 14, 2024 | Date of the 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. |
Keywords
Annual Meeting, Proxy Statement, Executive Compensation, Filtration Technologies, Atmus, Directors, Governance, Financial Performance
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