Increase in Fixed Commitment Contracts
Fixed commitment contracts increased to 60% of rent and storage revenue, achieving a long-term goal and demonstrating commercial excellence and strong customer relationships.
Labor Efficiency Improvements
Improved labor metrics with perm-to-temp hours ratio increasing to 78:22 and associate turnover decreasing by 300 basis points to 29%.
Development and Expansion Projects
Active development projects worth approximately $500 million are on track, including facilities in Kansas City, Allentown, and Dubai, with strong strategic partnerships driving growth.
Quarterly Dividend Increase
The board approved a 5% increase in the quarterly dividend to 23¢ per share, reflecting confidence in operational resilience and cash flow generation.
Successful New Business Pipeline
Americold has successfully closed on approximately half of their $200 million pipeline, ahead of last year's pace.
Acquisition in Houston
Acquired a facility in Houston for $127 million, including equipment upgrades, to support a significant retail customer win and potential future expansion.