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Aspen Aerogels begins staged restart of East Providence facility after April 8 incident
ASPEN AEROGELS INC
- Restart initiated after comprehensive safety reviews with local, state, and federal agencies.
- Company expects phased ramp-up; returning to full capabilities will take time.
- CEO Don Young thanked East Providence officials and cited safety as top priority.
- CFO Grant Thoele's base salary increased to $425,000, effective April 1, 2026.
- Shareholders approved all proposals at annual meeting, including director elections and advisory votes.
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