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GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD — fact timeline

Source-grounded facts extracted from GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD's SEC 8-K filings across all families, newest first. Each cites a verbatim SEC excerpt.

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Material Agreements

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD entered into Equity Distribution Agreement with Evercore Group L.L.C. valued at up to $50,000,000 (effective 2026-05-29).

“On May 29, 2026, GrafTech International Ltd. (the “ Company ”) entered into an Equity Distribution Agreement (the “ Equity Distribution Agreement ”) with Evercore Group L.L.C. (“ Evercore ”).”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Approve, on an advisory basis, our named executive officer compensation. at the 2026-05-07 meeting.

“Proposal 3 - Approve, on an advisory basis, our named executive officer compensation. Proposal 3 was approved. The voting results were as follows: For Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes 9,007,892 272,642 549,491 10,617,785”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Ratify the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. at the 2026-05-07 meeting.

“Proposal 2 - Ratify the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2026. Proposal 2 was approved. The voting results were as follows: For Against Abstentions 20,015,149 410,627 22,034”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Elect two directors for a three-year term or until their successors are elected and qualified. at the 2026-05-07 meeting.

“Jean-Marc Germain and Henry R. Keizer were elected. The voting results were as follows: Nominee For Against Abstain Broker Non-Votes Jean-Marc Germain 9,018,146 807,346 4,533 10,617,785 Henry R. Keizer 9,583,429 241,683 4,913 10,617,785”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported first quarter of 2026 results: revenue $125 million, net income net loss of $43 million, EPS $1.66 per share. Guidance reaffirmed.

“First Quarter 2026 Summary • Sales volume of 28.1 thousand MT, an increase of 14% year-over-year • Net sales of $125 million, an increase of 12% year-over-year • Net loss of $43 million, or $1.66 per share (1) • Adjusted EBITDA (2) of negative $14 million • Net cash used in operating activities of $15 million • Adjusted free cash flow (2) of negative $27 million • Total liquidity of $329 million as of March 31, 2026”
Governance Changes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD: Reverse stock split at 1-for-10 ratio and corresponding reduction in authorized shares of common and preferred stock, effective August 29, 2025 (effective 2025-08-29).

“the Board approved the filing of a Certificate of Amendment to the Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Company (the "Certificate of Amendment") to effect a reverse stock split at a ratio of 1-for-10 (the "Reverse Stock Split") and a reduction in the number of authorized shares of Common Stock and Preferred Stock by a corresponding proportion (the "Authorized Share Reduction").”
Listing & Compliance Notices

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD received a nyse noncompliance notice notice regarding minimum bid price (rules 802.01C).

“April 15, 2025, GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) received written notice (the “Notice”) from the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”) that it is not in compliance with the continued listing standard set forth in Section 802.01C of the NYSE’s Listed Company Manual (“Section 802.01C”) because the average closing price of the Company’s common stock per the Notice was less than $1.00 per share over the consecutive 30 trading-day period ended April 14, 2025. The Notice does not result in the immediate delisting of the Company’s common stock from the NYSE. In accordance with applicable NY”

Eric V. Roegner was appointed as Class I Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On March 7, 2025, the Board (i) increased the size of the Board from eight to nine members by adding a Class I directorship and (ii) appointed Eric V. Roegner as a Class I director, effective immediately, to fill the Class I directorship vacancy resulting from the increase of the size of the Board with his initial term expiring at the 2025 annual meeting of stockholders of the Company ("2025 Annual Meeting").”

Timothy K. Flanagan was appointed as Class II Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“Timothy K. Flanagan, a Class I director, submitted his resignation from the Board, effective immediately, and was immediately reappointed to the Board as a Class II director”

Sachin Shivaram was appointed as Class III Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On January 10, 2025, the Board appointed Mr. Shivaram as a Class III director of the Board, effective January 10, 2025”

Gina K. Gunning resigned as Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On December 30, 2024, Gina K. Gunning, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”), informed the Company of her intent to resign from her role with the Company, effective January 24, 2025, to accept a role outside the Company.”

Catherine Hedoux-Delgado was appointed as Vice President, Controller at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“Catherine Hedoux-Delgado, the Company’s current Interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will serve as Vice President, Controller, beginning September 3, 2024.”

Rory O'Donnell was appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On August 13, 2024, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) appointed Rory O’Donnell to the position of Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of the Company, effective September 3, 2024.”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Approve, on an advisory basis, our named executive officer compensation at the 2024-05-09 meeting.

“Proposal 3 was approved. The voting results were as follows: For Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes 193,704,063 25,871,583 1,533,607 2,314,719”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Ratify the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2024 at the 2024-05-09 meeting.

“Proposal 2 was approved. The voting results were as follows: For Against Abstentions 221,040,259 1,834,339 549,374”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders rejected Elect two directors for a three-year term at the 2024-05-09 meeting.

“☐ Item 5.07 Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders. GrafTech International Ltd.”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported first quarter of 2024 (three months ended March 31, 2024) results: revenue $137 million, net income $31 million loss, EPS $0.12 loss per share.

“Net sales for the first quarter of 2024 were $137 million, a decrease of 2% compared to $139 million in the first quarter of 2023. The decline primarily reflected a decrease in the weighted-average realized price for volume derived from short-term agreements and spot sales ("non-LTA") and a shift in the mix of our business from volume derived from our take-or-pay agreements that had initial terms of three-to-five years ("LTA") to non-LTA volume. These factors were offset by a 43% increase in sales volume in the first quarter of 2024, compared to the same period in 2023. Net loss for the first quarter of 2024 was $31 million, or $0.12 per share.”

Timothy K. Flanagan was appointed as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“To fill the Class I directorship vacancy resulting from the increase of the size of the Board on March 26, 2024, the Board appointed Mr. Flanagan as director, effective immediately.”

Timothy K. Flanagan was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On March 26, 2024, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) appointed Timothy K. Flanagan as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective immediately.”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported financial results for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

“On February 14, 2024, GrafTech International Ltd. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.”

Denis A. Turcotte resigned as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On December 12, 2023, Denis A. Turcotte informed GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) that he was resigning from the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the Company effective December 14, 2023.”
Governance Changes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD: Amended and restated bylaws to incorporate Universal Proxy Rule requirements and enhance advance notice procedures for stockholder nominations and proposals (effective 2023-11-09).

“On November 9, 2023, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) approved the Amended and Restated By-Laws of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Amended and Restated By-Laws”), effective as of such date.”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2023.

“On November 3, 2023, GrafTech International Ltd. issued a press release announcing its unaudited financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2023.”

Catherine Hedoux-Delgado was appointed as interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“and Catherine Hedoux-Delgado, the current Vice President, Corporate Controller of the Company, to serve as interim Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, each effective November 15, 2023.”

Timothy K. Flanagan was appointed as interim Chief Executive Officer and President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On September 27, 2023, the Board appointed Timothy K. Flanagan, the current Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President Finance and Treasurer of the Company, to serve as interim Chief Executive Officer and President”

Marcel Kessler departed as Chief Executive Officer and President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On September 25, 2023, Marcel Kessler, Chief Executive Officer and President and Director of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”), informed the Board of Directors of the Company (the “Board”) of his intention, due to family reasons, to (i) step down as Chief Executive Officer and President effective November 15, 2023 and (ii) resign as an employee of the Company effective December 31, 2023.”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported financial results for three and six months ended June 30, 2023.

“On August 4, 2023, GrafTech International Ltd. issued a press release announcing its unaudited financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023.”
Debt Financings

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD incurred senior notes of $450 million aggregate principal amount with U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association at 9.875% per annum maturing December 15, 2028.

“On June 26, 2023, GrafTech Global Enterprises Inc. (the “Issuer”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”), issued $450 million aggregate principal amount of 9.875% Senior Secured Notes due 2028”
Material Agreements

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD entered into 9.875% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 Indenture and Collateral Agreement with U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association valued at $450 million aggregate principal amount of 9.875% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (effective 2023-06-26).

“On June 26, 2023, GrafTech Global Enterprises Inc. (the "Issuer"), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of GrafTech International Ltd. (the "Company"), issued $450 million aggregate principal amount of 9.875% Senior Secured Notes due 2028 (the "Notes"), including $11.4 million of original issue discount to yield 10.500%.”

Diego Donoso was appointed as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“To fill the Class I directorship vacancy resulting from the increase of the size of the Board, on June 13, 2023, the Board appointed Diego Donoso as director, effective immediately.”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Approve, on an advisory basis, our named executive officer compensation. at the 2023-05-10 meeting.

“Proposal 3 - Approve, on an advisory basis, our named executive officer compensation. Proposal 3 was approved. The voting results were as follows: For Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes 201,982,375 22,225,030 1,080,955 8,899,329”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Ratify the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2023. at the 2023-05-10 meeting.

“Proposal 2 - Ratify the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for 2023. Proposal 2 was approved. The voting results were as follows: For Against Abstentions 231,719,430 2,389,260 78,999”
Shareholder Votes

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD shareholders approved Elect each of Messrs. Germain, Keizer and Kessler for the ensuing three years or until their successors are elected and qualified. at the 2023-05-10 meeting.

“Proposal 1 - Elect each of Messrs. Germain, Keizer and Kessler for the ensuing three years or until their successors are elected and qualified. The three nominees were elected. The voting results were as follows: Nominee For Against Abstentions Broker Non-Votes Jean-Marc Germain 180,043,745 45,182,807 61,808 8,899,329 Henry R. Keizer 153,019,163 72,186,132 83,065 8,899,329 Marcel Kessler 221,519,741 3,686,085 82,534 8,899,329”

Leslie D. Dunn resigned as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On February 21, 2023, Leslie D. Dunn informed GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) that she was resigning from the Board of Directors of the Company effective immediately.”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported the year ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $1,281,250, net income $382,962, EPS $1.48.

“Net sales $ 247,519 $ 303,840 $ 363,293 $ 1,281,250 $ 1,345,788 Net income $ 50,331 $ 93,451 $ 141,480 $ 382,962 $ 388,330 EPS (1) $ 0.20 $ 0.36 $ 0.54 $ 1.48 $ 1.46”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported the quarter ended December 31, 2022 results: revenue $247,519, net income $50,331, EPS $0.20.

“Net sales $ 247,519 $ 303,840 $ 363,293 $ 1,281,250 $ 1,345,788 Net income $ 50,331 $ 93,451 $ 141,480 $ 382,962 $ 388,330 EPS (1) $ 0.20 $ 0.36 $ 0.54 $ 1.48 $ 1.46”

Brian L. Acton departed as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On January 5, 2023, Brian L. Acton informed GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) that he will not stand for re-election as a director at the Company’s 2023 Annual Meeting of Stockholders expected to be held on or around May 10, 2023 (the “Annual Meeting”) and he will resign from the Board of Directors of the Company at the Annual Meeting.”
Earnings Releases

GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD reported financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2022.

“announced financial results for the quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2022.”

David J. Rintoul resigned as Chief Executive Officer and President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“David J. Rintoul, the Company’s current Chief Executive Officer and President, previously informed the Company of his intention to retire from the Company and resign from the Board effective as of June 30, 2022.”

Marcel Kessler was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On June 27, 2022, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”) appointed Marcel Kessler to the position of Chief Executive Officer and President of the Company, effective July 1, 2022.”

David J. Rintoul departed as Chief Executive Officer, President and Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On February 22, 2022, David J. Rintoul, Chief Executive Officer and President and Director of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”), informed the Company of his intention to retire effective as of the end of June 2022, or such later time as a successor has been appointed to ensure a smooth transition.”

Timothy K. Flanagan was appointed as Chief Financial Officer, Vice President Finance and Treasurer at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“Timothy K. Flanagan, the former Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer of Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., will join the Company as its new Chief Financial Officer, Vice President Finance and Treasurer on November 29, 2021.”

Quinn J. Coburn changed role as Senior Vice President at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“Quinn J. Coburn expressed his intention to retire from his position as Chief Financial Officer, Vice President Finance and Treasurer, effective November 29, 2021, but will remain with the Company as Senior Vice President through the 2022 Annual Meeting of Stockholders expected to be held on May 12, 2022”

Henry R. Keizer was appointed as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“To fill the vacancies resulting from the increase in the size of the Board and Mr. Dutton’s resignation, on October 7, 2021, the Board appointed Jean-Marc Germain, Henry R. Keizer, and Debra Fine (collectively, the “Directors”) as directors”

Jean-Marc Germain was appointed as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“To fill the vacancies resulting from the increase in the size of the Board and Mr. Dutton’s resignation, on October 7, 2021, the Board appointed Jean-Marc Germain, Henry R. Keizer, and Debra Fine (collectively, the “Directors”) as directors”

Debra Fine was appointed as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“To fill the vacancies resulting from the increase in the size of the Board and Mr. Dutton’s resignation, on October 7, 2021, the Board appointed Jean-Marc Germain, Henry R. Keizer, and Debra Fine (collectively, the “Directors”) as directors”

Jeremy S. Halford changed role as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On October 7, 2021, the Company announced the promotion of Jeremy S. Halford to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, effective as of October 11, 2021.”

Jeffrey C. Dutton resigned as Director at GRAFTECH INTERNATIONAL LTD.

“On October 6, 2021, Mr. Jeffrey C. Dutton tendered his notice of resignation from the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of GrafTech International Ltd. (the “Company”), effective immediately.”

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