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Tuesday, May 31, 2005

 

Deere & Company Enhances Leadership Position in Wholesale Landscape Industry

Deere & Company today announced that John Deere Landscapes has acquired United Green Mark Inc. to enhance its position as the leading wholesale distributor of irrigation, nursery, lighting and landscape materials in the U.S.
Deere said the acquisition adds momentum to the company's already successful John Deere Landscapes operation, which was formed in 2001 after Deere purchased companies in the wholesale landscape supplies and irrigation industries.
"The acquisition of United Green Mark is supportive of our aspiration to grow a business as great as our products," said Robert W. Lane, Deere & Company chairman and chief executive officer. "This decision expands the number of customers served by John Deere Landscapes and allows the business to accelerate its potential growth in shareholder value added -- an important measure for our investors."
United Green Mark has 41 locations in the western United States, mainly in California, and was previously owned by Olympus Partners, a private equity firm headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
Deere enhances leadership position in wholesale landscape industry -- page two John Deere Landscapes -- which is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia -- will add the United Green Mark stores to the existing 250 John Deere Landscapes stores across the U.S. and Canada. Deere said the transaction allows the company to accelerate its entry and penetration in the key states of the western U.S. that are served by United Green Mark locations.

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Friday, May 20, 2005

 

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Charles O. Wood, III Retires from JLG's Board of Directors

Press Release Source: JLG Industries, Inc.
Friday May 20, 2:04 pm ET
MCCONNELLSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 20, 2005--JLG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:JLG - News) today announced that Charles O. Wood, III has retired from the Company's Board of Directors, effective May 20, 2005, after nearly 17 years of service to the Board. With Mr. Wood's retirement, the Board's size will be reduced to nine members.
"Chas has been a very active member of our Board of Directors for many years, has served on nearly every committee and has supported our Company's growth from $121 million to more than $1 billion in annual revenues, further solidifying our position as a global leader in the access equipment industry," said Bill Lasky, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Throughout his tenure Chas has been a forceful proponent of disciplined corporate governance practices, including his past service as chairman of our audit committee. We extend our sincere gratitude to Chas for his many contributions to JLG over the years."

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Thursday, May 19, 2005

 

JLG to Present at UBS Leveraged Finance Conference 2005

uesday May 10, 8:46 am ET
MCCONNELLSBURG, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2005--JLG Industries, Inc. (NYSE:JLG - News) will be making a presentation at 9:15a.m. on Thursday, May 12th at the UBS Leveraged Finance Conference in Las Vegas. Bill Lasky, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present a brief overview of the Company and its growth opportunities, and Jim Woodward, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will comment on the Company's financial condition and performance.
The live audio webcast will be accessible from the homepage of the Company's website, www.jlg.com. The accompanying slide presentation will also be available on the Company's website.

JLG Industries, Inc. is the world's leading producer of access equipment (aerial work platforms and telehandlers) and highway-speed telescopic hydraulic excavators. The Company's diverse product portfolio encompasses leading brands such as JLG® aerial work platforms; JLG, SkyTrak®, Lull® and Gradall® telehandlers; Gradall excavators; and an array of complementary accessories that increase the versatility and efficiency of these products for end users. JLG markets its products and services through a multi-channel approach that includes a highly trained sales force, and utilizes a broad range of marketing techniques, integrated supply programs and a network of distributors in the industrial, commercial, institutional and construction markets. In addition, JLG offers world-class after-sales service and support for its customers. JLG's manufacturing facilities are located in the United States, Belgium, and France, with sales and service operations on six continents.

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The Manitowoc Company to Present at UBS Leveraged Finance Conference

Wednesday May 4, 11:26 am ET
MANITOWOC, Wis., May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW - News) today announced that it will participate in the UBS Leveraged Finance Conference, which will be held at the Wynn Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, on May 11 and 12, 2005. Terry Growcock, chairman and chief executive officer, and Carl Laurino, senior vice president and chief financial officer, are scheduled to present an update on the company's strategy and growth initiatives on Wednesday, May 11, at 8:45 a.m., Pacific time.
A live audio webcast of Manitowoc's presentation will be available through the company's website at http://www.manitowoc.com . To access the webcast, investors should go to the company's website 15 minutes prior to the start of the presentation.

About The Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is one of the world's largest providers of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes, tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, and boom trucks. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment in the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the maritime industry.

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