18th
December 2007 - Federal-Mogul
Corporation Announces Date of Emergence from Chapter 11
Federal-Mogul
Corporation announced that its Plan of Reorganization is scheduled to
become effective on December 27, marking the Company’s emergence from
Chapter 11.
Federal-Mogul’s Plan of
Reorganization was confirmed by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court on November 8
and affirmed by the U.S. District Court on November 14. The Confirmation
Order relating to the Plan has become final and non-appealable.
“We are delighted to have reached this
significant milestone in Federal-Mogul’s 108-year history of serving the
global automotive industry. We are confident about our future and wish
to acknowledge the support and loyalty of our customers, suppliers and
employees worldwide,” said Federal-Mogul Chairman, President and Chief
Executive Officer José Maria Alapont.
“The Company’s performance reflects the
dedication of the Federal-Mogul team, paving the way toward emergence
from Chapter 11,” Alapont said. “We are committed to our global strategy
for sustainable profitable growth, as we remain focused on creating
value for our customers through innovative technologies, leading
products, operational and service excellence, and best cost optimization
in all areas of our business.”
The record date for holders of allowed
claims and equity interests under the Plan of Reorganization was
November 8, 2007 and the effective date of the Plan of Reorganization is
scheduled for December 27, 2007. The full Plan of Reorganization and
related Disclosure Statement are available at the Company’s Web site,
www.federal-mogul.com.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading
global supplier, serving the world’s foremost original equipment
manufacturers of automotive, light commercial, heavy-duty, agricultural,
marine, rail, off-road and industrial vehicles, as well as the worldwide
aftermarket. The Company’s leading technology and innovation, lean
manufacturing expertise, as well as marketing and distribution deliver
world-class products, brands and services with quality excellence at a
competitive cost. Federal-Mogul is focused on its global profitable
growth strategy, creating value and satisfaction for its customers,
employees and stakeholders. Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in
1899. The Company is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and employs
45,000 people in 35 countries. Visit the company’s Web site at
www.federal-mogul.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements contained in this press
release, which are not historical fact, constitute "Forward-Looking
Statements." Actual results may differ materially due to numerous
important factors that are described in Federal-Mogul's most recent
report to the SEC on Form 10-K, which may be revised or supplemented in
subsequent reports to the SEC on Forms 10-Q and 8-K. Such factors
include, among others, the cost and timing of implementing restructuring
actions, the results of the Chapter 11 and U.K. Administration
proceedings, the Company's ability to generate cost savings or
manufacturing efficiencies to offset or exceed contractually or
competitively required price reductions or price reductions to obtain
new business, conditions in the automotive industry, and certain global
and regional economic conditions. Federal-Mogul does not intend or
assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect
events or circumstances after the date of this press release.
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