Celanese Amends Revolving Credit Facility
2009-06-30 23:37:03 -
Celanese Corporation (NYSE:CE), a leading, global chemical company, today announced that Celanese US Holdings LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, has amended its $650 million revolving credit facility. The amendment increased the first lien senior secured leverage ratio for a period of six quarters, beginning June 30, 2009 and ending December 31, 2010. In connection with the amendment, the company agreed to lower the total revolver commitment to $600 million.
“With Celanese’s strong cash position, we currently do not foresee a need to use the facility, however, given the economic environment, we believe that this amendment is prudent and enables us to preserve our existing sources of additional liquidity,” said Steven Sterin, senior vice president and chief financial officer.
About Celanese
As a global leader in the chemicals industry, Celanese Corporation makes products essential to everyday living. Our products, found in consumer and industrial applications, are manufactured in North America, Europe and Asia. Net sales totaled $6.8 billion in 2008, with approximately 65% generated outside of North America. Known for operational excellence and execution of its business strategies, Celanese delivers value to customers around the globe with innovations and best-in-class technologies. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company employs approximately 8,000 employees worldwide. For more information on Celanese Corporation, please visit the company's website at www.celanese.com : cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww .. .
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