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Sgl Carbon — Investor Presentation (March 2016)
85 slides from Sgl Carbon's investor presentation, March 2016
Slide 1: Investor Relations Presentation March 2016
Investor Relations Presentation March 2016
Slide 2: Table of Contents
Table of Contents. Introduction to SGL Group’s Businesses Page 3 - Reporting Segment Composites - Fibers & Materials Page 5 - Reporting Segment Graphite Materials & Systems Page 19 - Reporting Segment Performance Products Page 28 - Technology & Innovation Page 38 Strategic Realignment Page 41 SGL Ex
Slide 3: Introduction to SGL Group's Businesses
Introduction to SGL Group’s Businesses Page 3 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 4: Lean organization: three business units and four reporting segments
Lean organization. Streamlined to three business units and four reporting segments Composites – Fibers & Graphite Materials & Performance Materials (CFM) Systems (GMS) Products (PP) PP carve out and strategic evaluation Includes Graphite based products Graphite electrodes in progress 51% SGL ACF and
Slide 5: Reporting Segment Composites – Fibers & Materials
Reporting Segment Composites – Fibers & Materials (former name: Carbon Fibers & Materials) Page 5 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 6: Reporting Segment: Composites - Fibers & Materials (CFM)
Reporting Segment: Composites - Fibers & Materials (CFM). Activities 2015 Group sales CFM sales – 2015 Carbon Fibers SGL ACF Composite Materials CFM 19% 51% SGL ACF (JVs with 25% BMW) €1.3bn Carbon Fibers / Ceramic Brake Discs Composite Materials Automotive Composites 81% Key industries se
Slide 7: Only integrated European carbon fiber and composites producer
SGL Group only integrated European carbon fiber and composites producer. Carbon Fibers & Composite Materials Composite Components Refocused on materials & automotive / other industrial components Raw Carbon Composite Material Fiber Materials PAN Carbon Prepreg Automotive & Precursor Fiber Preform ot
Slide 8: Our solutions serve key markets
Our solutions serve key markets. Unique integrated value chain Markets Broad portfolio of high-performance products - Acrylic Fibers Acrylic Fibers Fibers - Oxidized Fibers - Carbon Fibers - Stretch Broken Yarn Automotive Production technologies along the fiber value chain - Woven Fabrics - Preforms
Slide 9: Composites in the Automotive Industry: BMW Group
Our Composites in the Automotive Industry. Lightweight expertise for the BMW Group CFRP supply chain 1 2 3 4 5 Carbon Fiber Textiles and Composite BMW i3/ i8 Precursor Production Recycling Components Production - Japan - - USA - - Germany - - Germany - - Germany - BMW i3/i8 2 | Moses Lake Series 1 |
Slide 10: Composites in Automotive: integral part of material mix
Our Composites in the Automotive Industry. Integral part of the material mix in series production Rear bench for performance sports cars Structural Audi MSS (Modular Sportscar System) bodywork system Rear bench Audi The rear bench of the body MSS work is made of carbon-fiber Platform reinforced
Slide 11: Leaf springs for suspension systems
Our Composites in the Automotive Industry. Leaf springs for suspension systems Significant weight-savings through glass fiber based lightweight leaf spring Rear leaf spring Front leaf spring Prototype phase Serial production >100.000 pcs/a VW Crafter Steel 18kg Steel 17,5kg & vs. vs. GFRP 8kg GFRP 5
Slide 12: Leaf springs for suspension systems (Volvo XC90)
Our Composites in the Automotive Industry. Leaf springs for suspension systems Significant weight-savings through glass fiber based lightweight leaf spring Structural component for axle module, from simulation-assisted product design up to parts delivery in large series New Volvo Fully automated
Slide 13: Next level of carbon fiber in automotive: BMW 7 series
The next level of Carbon Fiber in Automotive. New BMW 7 series Significant weight-savings through lightweight chassis New BMW 7 Series Source: BMW Page 13 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 14: New hybrid materials with automated production systems
New hybrid materials manufactured with automated production systems. Example B-Pillar Production system … Continuous Continuous Automated 1. Materials 2. Prepreg Production 3. Laminate Layup Prepregs Foil Adhesive film Automated Automated 4. Laminate layup 5. Forming & Pressing Final product Hybrid
Slide 15: Stringent CO2 emission restrictions globally
Carbon in Automotive. Stringent CO2 emission restrictions globally CO2 emissions car fleet actual averages and targets [in g CO2 per km, normalized to NEDC*] Actuals Targets 200 Global approach to reduce CO2 emissions 150 2020 Japan: 122 Progressively more China: 117 comfort and safety features
Slide 16: EU CO2 targets require lightweight construction
Example EU. CO2 reduction targets can only be achieved with lightweight construction OEM fleet target development (EU) Only achievable with lightweight [in g CO2/km] -23% ~20-25 ~ -21% ~20-25 ~ 123 123 95 ≤ 75 ~ 80 2014 2020 2025 Spalte1 2014 ICE* Lightweight Reachable actual target expectation actu
Slide 17: Lightweight materials offer weight advantages, especially CFRP
Carbon in Automotive. Lightweight materials offer significant weight advantages – especially CFRP Relative component weight (with the same functionality) [in %] 100 -5 to -25% -40% 75 -15% -20% 50 -60% 25 0 Steel Lightweight Aluminum Magnesium CFRP quasi- CFRP steel isotropic unidirectional construc
Slide 18: Carbon fibers and composites: strong demand growth
Carbon fibers and composite materials. Strong demand growth anticipated Global Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastics (CFRP) Demand [in thousand mt p.a.] CAGR ~11% p.a. 175 140 91 101 83 66 72 51 59 41 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015e 2016e 2019e 2021e Source: CCeV (September 2015) Page 18 | Investor R
Slide 19: Reporting Segment Graphite Materials & Systems
Reporting Segment Graphite Materials & Systems Page 19 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 20: Reporting Segment: Graphite Materials & Systems (GMS)
Reporting Segment: Graphite Materials & Systems (GMS). Activities 2015 Group sales Key industries served Anode materials Energy – Metallurgy Isostatic Solar / Battery Tool GMS Fiber Materials Semiconductor manufacturing 35% Extruded LED Automotive €1.3bn Die molded High- Ch
Slide 21: Best solutions for our customers
Best solutions for our customers. We command the broadest graphite competence in the industry ... in the PV, Semiconductor, ... in the Battery and Energy ... in the Chemical Industry and LED Industry Storage Industry Systems & equipment (e.g. syntheses, Meander heat heater for CZ Anode exchangers) u
Slide 22: Integrated value chain and broad materials portfolio
Integrated value chain and broad materials portfolio. Allow us to serve a wide range of industrial applications Full integration Most compre- Partnering with to ensure consis- hensive portfolio customers from tent quality in the industry >35 industries Feedstock Isostatic Chemical Machining
Slide 23: Specialty graphite materials required where others fail
Specialty graphite materials required where other materials fail. Properties can be tailored to specific customer Mechanical requirements strength Thermal Resistance shock to high Main resistance temperatures properties of carbon and graphite Corrosion Purity resistance Electrical and thermal conduc
Slide 24: Production of specialty graphite is complex
Production of specialty graphite is complex and requires up to six months. Coke & graphite Binder pitch Grinding Mixing Shaping Extruding, vibration / die molding, 4-5 months isostatic pressing 800- 1,200°C Pitch impregnating Carbonizing 2.500-3,000°C Graphitizing Finishing 2-4 Machining, purifying,
Slide 25: Process Technology
Process Technology. Process solution provider for chemical and related industries Product portfolio Core industries served Systems Chemicals Syntheses Pharma Distillation, purification, Metals & Mining concentration, dilution Energy Absorption, desorption Solar Reactors & converter
Slide 26: Graphite materials enable innovation
Graphite materials enable innovation. Examples: Target approx. 1/3 of sales based on new products Graphite anode material for lithium-ion batteries introduced over the last 4 years Graphite foils and felts for stationary energy storage 3D filament wound susceptors for established semiconductor
Slide 27: GMS major customer industries and market shares 2015
Graphite Materials & Systems. Major customer industries and market shares 2015 % of total Global market GMS sales 2015 share 2015 Chemicals 29% 35% Energy: Batteries & Nuclear 13% 35% Energy: Solar (including Polysilicon) 13% 15% Semiconductor (incl. LED) 8% 15% Metallurgical applications 8% 20% Too
Slide 28: Reporting Segment Performance Products
Reporting Segment Performance Products Page 28 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 29: Reporting Segment: Performance Products (PP)
Reporting Segment: Performance Products (PP). Activities 2015 Group sales PP sales - 2015 Graphite Electrodes (GE) Graphite Cathodes Cathodes, Electrodes Furnace 70% Furnace Linings €1.3bn Linings, Carbon Electrodes PP Carbon 40% Electrodes 30% Key industries served Characteristics Strategic
Slide 30: Graphite Electrodes: steel production in EAFs
Graphite Electrodes. Steel production in EAFs Growth in steel production Worldwide steel production [in million t p.a.] 2000ff fuelled by 1400 infrastructure demand from emerging countries Blast furnace 1200 produces primary (integrated) steel based on iron ore In recent years, Chinese steel Ele
Slide 31: Graphite Electrodes: essential consumable for electric steel
Graphite Electrodes. Essential consumable for electric steel production Steelmaking in an electric arc furnace (EAF) Graphite electrode Section view through EAF Consumed after 5-8 hours Graphite Electrodes Furnace shell Molten steel 180 – 360 cm Eccentric bottom Rocker tilt tapping (EBT) Tilt cylind
Slide 32: Graphite Electrodes: production process
Graphite Electrodes. Production process Production process takes up to 3 months Needle coke (key raw material) requirements sourced on basis of multiyear contracts Page 32 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 33: Graphite electrode market
Graphite Electrodes. Graphite electrode market Capacity by competitor in 2015** – UHP / HP-quality [in tmt] Regional demand in 2015 250 200 North / Middle Europe / East, Africa CIS 11 % 24 % 150 Americas 100 19 % 50 Asia 46 % *Announcement on August 5, 2015: graphite electrode 0 capacity reduction b
Slide 34: Cathodes: participates in aluminum industry growth
Cathodes. Participates in aluminum industry growth 75 Aluminum global production scenarios Aluminum demand driven by: Population growth and urbanization 70 2003 – 2020 67 mio. t Primary Aluminum Production [in mio. T p.a.] Further industrialization of emerging 65 countries 60 Weight/strength
Slide 35: Cathodes: investment good for aluminum industry
Cathodes. Investment good for the aluminum industry Aluminum smelter Cathodes Investment good (lifetime 5-7 years) 30 – 70 cm 2 30 – 3 50 cm 4 4 1 100 – 380 cm 4 Special Cathode Ramming Sidewall glue blocks pastes blocks Page 35 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 36: Cathodes: market shares
Cathodes. Market shares in cathodes Increasing cathode demand Market shares in cathodes 2015 due to new projects. CIS High level of plant utilization 18% SGL Prepared to supply all 32% regional growth markets Balanced product portfolio enabling participation in all technological developments
Slide 37: Furnace linings and carbon electrodes provide cash flow
Furnace linings and carbon electrodes. Provide cash flow for PP Furnace linings Carbon electrodes Investment good (8-10 year replacement cycle) Consumable Used to line furnace walls in blast furnaces Used in smelting processes of other Co-leading supplier of furnace linings with full metal
Slide 38: Technology & Innovation
Technology & Innovation Page 38 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 39: Technology & Innovation: foundation for profitable growth
Technology & Innovation. Foundation for profitable growth Technology & Innovation: SGL Group’s centralized R&D organization Market driven R&D ensures best-in-class support for current and future customers. Industry networks with suppliers and customers are an essential part of our development st
Slide 40: Activity areas of T&I in 2015
Technology & Innovation. Activity areas of T&I in 2015 Strengthen carbon fiber based value chain Operate carbon fiber pilot line and improve carbon fiber production processes. Develop new carbon fiber grades based on own precursor. Develop new composite systems based on thermoplastic matrix as
Slide 41: Strategic Realignment
Strategic Realignment Page 41 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 42: Transformation of SGL Group: clearly defined targets
Transformation of SGL Group. Guided by clearly defined targets (Sept. 2014) Capital increase and Stop loss makers and Capex for selective Return on capital is refinancing of cash drainers by growth opportunities key management convertible bond restructuring or subject to minimum principle for strate
Slide 43: Cornerstones of strategic realignment
How we want to achieve our targets. Cornerstones of strategic realignment ROCE* Generate shareholder 1) Right size return SGL2015 asset and portfolio restructuring 3 2) Improve performance SGL2015 organizational restructuring Minimum return on capital SGL Excellence savings 15% BU streamlining Proce
Slide 44: Strategic Repositioning
Strategic Repositioning. Foundation for sustainable profitable growth Composites – Fibers Graphite Materials & Performance & Materials (CFM) Systems (GMS) Products (PP) Graphite electrodes Fibers and materials Graphite based Cathodes for composites technological solutions Furnace linings Carbon elec
Slide 45: PP: steel environment continues to be difficult
PP: Steel environment continues to be difficult. Recent stabilization but no near term recovery Chinese steel exports 125 Chinese steel overcapacities exported overseas [in million tons] substantially reduced electric arc steel production in rest of world. 93 However, Chinese exports recently se
Slide 46: PP: current steel situation problematic for GE
PP: Current global steel situation problematic for GE. However, long-term, there is value in the business Market position SGL Group in GE [2015 in kt, UHP and HP, Status March 2016] Graphite electrodes are essential for the production of electric steel (steel scrap recycling). 250 *Announcement on
Slide 47: PP: broad product portfolio and carve out
PP: Broad product portfolio. Carve out within PP carve out Aside from graphite electrodes, PP also produces cathodes, PP sales split 2015 furnace linings and carbon electrodes. Cathodes are required in aluminum production (investment good). 30% cathodes, Thanks to its low weight, demand for this
Slide 48: Status of the carve out project
Status of the carve out project. We are well within our accelerated schedule Last autumn we announced that we want to accelerate the PP carve out. Today, we already have the legal and organizational concepts for the new structure of PP. The agreement on the reconciliation of interests (“Intere
Slide 49: Growth strategy: build on competencies of CFM and GMS
Growth strategy of SGL Group. Build on competencies of CFM and GMS Composites – Fibers Graphite Materials & Performance & Materials (CFM) Systems (GMS) Products (PP) Graphite electrodes Fibers and materials Graphite based Cathodes for composites technological solutions Furnace linings Carbon electro
Slide 50: CFM: Composite Specialist
CFM: Composite Specialist. Solutions for future material mixes CFM is an innovation leader for composites and possesses comprehensive competence for fibers, materials and applications. CFM’s materials are stronger and lighter. They save energy where mass is in motion. As a lightweight specialist
Slide 51: CFM Example: strong position in automotive industry
CFM Example: Strong position in the automotive industry. Transfer existing know how industry wide Automobile manufacturers have to design lighter cars, driven by global regulations limiting CO2 emissions and the resulting trend towards alternative drive trains. In Europe, car manufacturers could
Slide 52: CFM Example: expansion into aviation
CFM Example: Expansion into other industries. Exploit material competence in aviation sector CFM will transfer its lightweight competence from the automotive industry increasingly into the aviation sector with a new generation of industrial carbon fibers. Our high tow carbon fibers provide bette
Slide 53: GMS: development partner for our customers
GMS: Development partner for our customers. Graphite based solutions GMS is the development partner – “enabler” – of our customers for graphite based advanced technological solutions. Offering products and solutions to more than 35 industries, the business unit is grounded on a broad base. GMS h
Slide 54: GMS Example: energy supply as growth driver
GMS Example: Energy supply as growth driver. Reinforcement of leading position Our graphite solutions are used in energy applications. We participate in the rising usage of new battery generations. Our graphite anode materials are employed in lithium-ion-batteries, among others for electric cars
Slide 55: GMS Example: digitization and graphite
GMS Example: Digitization and graphite. LED and semiconductor industry drive demand GMS specializes in surface coating technologies. These are required in equipment for manufacturing polysilicon, LEDs, and semiconductors. Polysilicon demand for the semiconductor industry is expected to grow 11%
Slide 56: Summary: the course is set
Summary: The course is set. We are pursuing a clear strategy With the PP carve out we are creating the prerequisite for strategic options and a sustainable future for SGL Group and the business unit. The carve out of the profitable business with cathodes, furnace linings, and carbon electrodes i
Slide 57: SGL Excellence, SGL2015, Business Process Excellence
SGL Excellence SGL2015 Business Process Excellence Page 57 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 58: SGL Excellence drives efficiency and customer focus
SGL Excellence. Drives efficiency and customer focus SGL X is more than savings: Innovation Excellence started in 2002 New ideas and solutions for profitable growth ongoing and company wide program integral part of our culture Operational Excellence continuously questioning the status quo Co
Slide 59: SGL Excellence savings since 2002
SGL Excellence savings. Since 2002 continuous cost reduction of €353 million in total Annual Net Savings (€m) 55 25 27 28 26 27 25 21 23 23 24 16 15 18 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Page 59 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 60: SGL2015 cost savings program
SGL2015 cost savings program. Target savings increased twice to €240 million Organizational Asset Portfolio Restructuring Restructuring Restructuring Simplify processes and Adjust asset base to changes Carbon fiber business: focus streamline management in market demand on materials competence struct
Slide 61: SGL2015 Organizational restructuring
SGL2015. Organizational restructuring A Reducing personnel costs by streamlining corporate and service functions Board of Management -40% Affecting approximately 300 jobs Upper Management -22% Primarily at management levels Middle Management -14% Other Employees -14% B Substantial reduction in i
Slide 62: SGL2015 Asset restructuring
SGL2015. Asset restructuring Adjusting production network to changed demand and market environment Closure of Canadian facility in Lachute completed end Q1-2014 Reduced 30,000 t graphite electrode capacity 110 jobs cut Discontinuation of our graphite electrode production in Italian facility
Slide 63: SGL2015 Portfolio restructuring
SGL2015. Portfolio restructuring Focusing our business on core competencies and target return on capital Disposal of unprofitable rotor blade activities Turnover of €109 million and headcount of 339 (FY 2013) Sale of loss-making aerostructures business of HITCO closed in December 2015 Turnov
Slide 64: Levers to improve ROCE
Challenge. Levers to improve ROCE NEW ! Commercial Improve EBIT(DA): process ONGOING: SGL optimization Increase price Excellence, Levers to improve ROCE SGL2015 Increase sales volume Reduce costs (raw materials, indirect spend, …) EBIT(DA) ROCE = Reduce Working Capital (short term): Capital Em
Slide 65: Business Process Excellence (BPX)
Business Process Excellence (BPX). Group wide program introduced in 2015 Target is to streamline and standardize cross-BU processes Utilization of standardized IT solutions (SAP) Initial focus on procurement, supply chain and sales processes Procurement – ongoing procurement optimization pro
Slide 66: Latest Financials FY2015
Latest Financials FY2015 Page 66 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 67: Carbon Fibers & Materials: positive earnings contribution
Carbon Fibers & Materials. Positive earnings contribution for the first time in € million 2015 2014 Sales revenue 327.3 296.4 EBITDA before non-recurring charges* 30.0 -8.8 EBIT before non-recurring charges* 9.3 -22.5 EBIT-Margin before non-recurring charges* (in %) 2.8 -7.6 EBIT 8.8 -33.0 Sales r
Slide 68: Graphite Materials & Systems results
Graphite Materials & Systems. Big ticket order in prior year impacts sales and EBIT development in € million 2015 2014 Sales revenue 453.5 440.4 EBITDA before non-recurring charges* 56.6 61.5 EBIT before non-recurring charges* 34.1 40.0 EBIT-Margin before non-recurring charges* (in %) 7.5 9.1 EBIT 2
Slide 69: Performance Products results
Performance Products. Impacted by price and volume decline in graphite electrodes in € million 2015 2014 Sales revenue 533.4 588.2 EBITDA before non-recurring charges* 57.6 65.1 EBIT before non-recurring charges* 19.4 26.0 EBIT-Margin before non-recurring charges* (in %) 3.6 4.4 EBIT -132.5 5.6 Sa
Slide 70: T&I and Corporate
T&I and Corporate. Strong improvement mainly due to SGL2015 in € million 2015 2014 Sales revenue 8.7 10.7 EBITDA before non-recurring charges* -23.1 -33.7 EBIT before non-recurring charges* -30.2 -40.8 EBIT -33.5 -59.9 Recurring EBIT improved by 25% despite unchanged T&I costs successful imple
Slide 71: Group: improved operational performance, high non-recurring effects
Group. Improved operational performance overshadowed by high non-recurring effects in € million 2015 2014 Sales revenue 1,322.9 1,335.6 EBITDA before non-recurring charges 121.1 84.1 EBIT before non-recurring charges 32.6 2.7 Non-recurring charges -160.9 -51.2 EBIT -128.3 -48.5 Results from investme
Slide 72: Analysis of non-recurring effects
Analysis of non-recurring effects. Excluding one-off effects related to GE and HITCO net loss only €47 million in € million 2015 2014 EBIT before non-recurring charges 32.6 2.7 Non-recurring charges -160.9 -51.2 - thereof restructuring (€73 million related GE measures, e.g. closure Griesheim) -82.0
Slide 73: Free cash flow
Free cash flow. Positive excluding non recurring effects Continuing operations in € million* 2015 2014 Cash flow from operating activities -11.5 17.4 Capital expenditures in property, plant and equipment and intangible assets -74.9 -132.6 - thereof SGL ACF -10.8 -70.0 - thereof SGL Group excluding S
Slide 74: Balance sheet: sufficient liquidity despite deteriorated ratios
Balance sheet. More than sufficient liquidity despite deteriorated ratios in € million 31.12.2015 31.12.2014 Total assets 1,856.1 2,170.3 Equity ratio (in %) 15.6 26.2 Total liquidity 250.8 347.5 Net financial debt 534.2 389.9 Gearing (net debt/equity) 1.85 0.69 Total assets declined mainly due to
Slide 75: Outlook
Outlook Page 75 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 76: Composites – Fibers & Materials: new name, integrated strategy
Composites – Fibers & Materials. New name for a new, integrated strategy As of January 1, 2016, all carbon fiber related activities, i.e. former BU Carbon Fibers & Composite Materials our shares in SGL ACF (joint ventures with BMW Group) our shares in CFM related At-equity joint ventures - m
Slide 77: Business unit outlook 2016
Business unit outlook 2016. EBIT improvements in CFM and GMS will be overshadowed by deterioration in GE Composites – Fibers & Materials (CFM): Stable sales and strong EBIT* improvement. Higher demand from automotive industry offset by crude oil based pricing of textile acrylic fibers business (no
Slide 78: Group outlook 2016
Group outlook 2016. Group KPIs will be heavily impacted by GE performance Full year Group sales slightly lower due to substantial decline in GE prices Group recurring EBITDA* and EBIT*: substantial decrease solely due to negative EBIT* contribution from GE Net result to improve due to lower re
Slide 79: 2016 negative free cash flow skewed to H1
2016 negative free cash flow more than proportionately skewed to H1 Q1 typically shows a high working capital buildup plus scheduled payment to Avcorp (buyer of HITCO’s aerostructure activities) in January 2016 Operationally, free cash flow will start improving from Q2 onwards – partially offset
Slide 80: Appendix
Appendix Page 80 | Investor Relations Presentation
Slide 81: Global presence
Global presence 11 production sites 22 production sites 8 production sites North America Europe Asia * Page 81 | Investor Relations Presentation * Graphite electrode production facility in Frankfurt-Griesheim (Germany) to be permanently closed down in the course of 2016
Slide 82: Shares in issue and shareholder structure
Shares in issue and shareholder structure. Basic shares Security Identification Number 723530 ISIN Number DE0007235301 Cusip Number 784 188 203 Number of Shares (as at February 29, 2016) 92,341,478 Free float ~ 37% Reported shareholdings according to §§ 21 f. WpHG SKion GmbH (Oct 15, 2014) 27.46% BM
Slide 83: Debt market instruments
Debt market instruments. Corporate bond Convertible notes 2015/2020 Coupon 4.875% Coupon 3.5% Principal Amount € 250 million Principal Amount € 167 million Issue Date 12 December 2013 Conversion Price € 18.6451 Date of Maturity 15 January 2021 Conversion Right 8.96 million shares (as at February 29,
Slide 84: Financial calendar / contact details
Financial calendar / contact details. Financial calendar 2016 Contact March 23, 2016 Annual Report 2015 SGL CARBON SE Soehnleinstrasse 8 May 12, 2016 Report on the first quarter 2016 65201 Wiesbaden Germany May 18, 2016 Annual General Meeting Phone +49 (0) 611 - 6029 - 103 August 11, 2016 Report on
Slide 85: Important note
Important note. This presentation contains forward looking statements based on the information currently available to us and on our current projections and assumptions. By nature, forward looking statements are associated with known and unknown risks and uncertainties, as a consequence of which actu