17th
January 2008 - Federal-Mogul
Corporation Announces Carl Icahn as Non-executive Chairman of the Board
Federal-Mogul Corporation announced today
that its Board of Directors elected Carl Icahn as its non-executive
Chairman of the Board.
“I am very pleased that a financially
strong Federal-Mogul has finally emerged from the bankruptcy process.
Additionally and most importantly, Federal-Mogul will no longer be
hampered by asbestos litigation. I wish to thank and congratulate all
those who have worked with me throughout the last six years to
accomplish this. I also wish to extend my thanks to José Maria Alapont,
our President and CEO, who has so successfully guided the operations of
Federal-Mogul during the last three years,” said Mr. Icahn.
Federal-Mogul President and Chief
Executive Officer José Maria Alapont said, “We have very positive
relations with Carl Icahn and we welcome him as non-executive Chairman.
We remain committed to our strategy for sustainable global profitable
growth in all areas of our business and to create value for our
customers, shareholders and employees.”
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.
Source: Federal-Mogul Press Release