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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
FORM 8-K
Current Report
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report: March 7, 2003
(Date of earliest event reported)
The Manitowoc Company, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Wisconsin |
1-11978 |
39-0448110 |
(State or other jurisdiction |
(Commission File Number) |
(I.R.S. Employer |
2400 S. 44th Street, Manitowoc, Wisconsin 54221-0066 |
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(Address of principal executive offices including zip code) |
Item 5. Other Events
On March 7, 2003, the company issued a press release announcing the ratification of a new contract and the end of a work stoppage by union employees at its Marinette Marine facility. This press release is included as exhibit 99 to this report.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
THE MANITOWOC COMPANY, INC. |
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(Registrant) |
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DATE: March 10, 2003 |
/s/ Timothy M. Wood |
Timothy M. Wood |
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Vice President & Chief Financial Officer |
THE MANITOWOC COMPANY, INC.
EXHIBIT INDEX
TO
FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT
Dated as of March 7, 2003
Exhibit No. |
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Filed Herewith |
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99 |
Press Release dated March 7, 2003, regarding the union employees at Marinette Marine ratifying a new four-year labor agreement and ending a work stoppage. |
X |
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For further information: |
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The Manitowoc Company, Inc. |
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P.O. Box 66 u Manitowoc WI 54221-0066 |
Vice President |
Director of Investor Relations |
Telephone: 920-684-4410 u Telefax: 920-652-9778 |
& Chief Financial Officer |
& Corporate Communications |
Internet: http://www.manitowoc.com |
Direct Dial: 920-652-1767 |
Direct Dial: 920-652-1713 |
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Email: twood@manitowoc.com |
Email: skhail@manitowoc.com |
NEWS for Immediate Release
UNION EMPLOYEES AT MARINETTE MARINE
RATIFY CONTRACT AND END WORK STOPPAGE
Workers are expected to be back on the job Monday under four-year labor agreement
"We're very pleased that the unionized workforce at Marinette has accepted our latest contract proposal. We look forward to our shipyard returning to its normal operating capacity and our prospects for obtaining additional work that will enhance our current backlog," said Thomas G. Musial, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Administration.
Marinette Marine Corporation, located in Marinette, Wisconsin, is a premier supplier to the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. It is one of the four shipyards comprising Manitowoc's Marine Group.
About The Manitowoc Company
The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is the world's largest provider of lifting equipment for the global construction industry, including lattice-boom cranes, tower cranes, mobile telescopic cranes, boom trucks, and aerial work platforms. As a leading manufacturer of ice-cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment, the company offers the broadest line of cold-focused equipment in the foodservice industry. In addition, the company is a leading provider of shipbuilding, ship repair, and conversion services for government, military, and commercial customers throughout the maritime industry.
For further information:
Thomas G. Musial
Senior Vice President
Human Resources & Administration
920-652-1738
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