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Cummins (NYSE: CMI) today reported results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2014. Here are the highlights from today's report: Fourth Quarter Revenues of $5.1 Billion and EBIT of 13 Percent of Sales Excluding One-Time Items Full Year 2014 Revenues Increased 11 Percent and EBIT Increased 16 Percent The Company Expects Revenue Growth of Between 2 and 4 Percent and EBIT to Be in the
Providing students the opportunity to learn in clean, functional and secure classrooms is considered the norm in many schools around the world. But for students and instructors at Eko Junior College in Lagos, Nigeria, this has, traditionally, been far from the truth. Employees from Cummins West Africa Limited (CWAL), the Cummins distributor based in Nigeria, recently partnered with the school gove
On Jan. 27, 2015, Chongqing Cummins Engine Company (CCEC), a joint venture between Cummins and Chongqing Machinery and Electric Co., Ltd, broke ground on its new plant in Chongqing, China. Covering approximately 66 acres, the new facility will include a tech center dedicated to High Horsepower (HHP) engine engineering, as well as a new engine manufacturing plant. Construction on the tech center
The original Napier-Railton race car was built in 1933 and made its debut in August of that year at the Brooklands race track in Surrey, England. Piloted by John Cobb, the car broke the Brooklands outer circuit lap record of 143.4 mph in 1935, and went on to set the 24-hour record of 150.6 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats in 1936. While diehard race fans have to visit the Brooklands Museum in t
2014 Julius Perr Innovation Award winners during Cummins' Technical Leaders Conference Cummins recently recognized 13 employees at the Technical Leaders Conference with its highest technical award - The Julius Perr Innovation Award - for their work in meeting stringent U.S. emissions standards to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx). Cummins created the award - named after Dr.
Cummins executive Pamela Carter, the first woman to lead one of the company's four main business units, will retire as president of the Distribution Business effective April 1, 2015. Carter joined Cummins in 1997, initially serving as the company's Vice President - General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. Prior to joining Cummins, she served as the state of Indiana's first African American woma
It’s here. At 8:05 a.m. ET, the 2016 Nissan Titan XD full-size pickup powered by a Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel made its much-anticipated debut at the 2015 North American International Auto Show. At the heart of every great vehicle is a strong engine. A strong 5.0L V8 Diesel Cummins, that is. #NissanNAIAS pic.twitter.com/OUrAoNFAqe — Nissan (@NissanUSA) January 12, 2015 Th
1/16/2015 Update - Standings after Stage 12 Twelve out of 13 stages are now complete at Dakar, and all three rally trucks (powered by Cummins) for the Ginaf Rally Power team remain in the thick of things. After Stage 12 - which took competitors approximately 525 miles from Termas Rio Hondo to Rosario - Wulfert Van Ginkel sits in 12th place, Jos Smink sits in 17th place, and Edwin Van Ginkel
Cummins Vessel Reference #707 Ready for Work Ocean Fast Ferries, based in Cebu, has a reputation for a fleet of well-designed and well-run modern passenger ferries. This fleet received its latest addition in May of 2013 with the delivery from the Golden Dragon Fastcraft Builder, Inc at Mandaue City, Cebu of the M/V Ocean Jet 88. Designer of the 33.15 by 7.2-meter mono-hull ves
For the eighth year in a row, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has awarded Cummins a perfect score in the 2013 Corporate Equality Index as part of its Best Places to Work initiative. This is a big recognition for Cummins, a company that prides itself on diversity. Our CEO Tom Linebarger had this to say about the award: “Cummins is honored to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign for the
In a month, the Cummins Indianapolis Global Distribution Headquarters will open. Our vision is to create a warm, welcoming and inviting space for all, including the community. This is not just a building, it’s a place that connects Cummins to Indianapolis. An integral part of the city’s urban fabric and a force for positive change. WATCH OUR STORY
Recently, Cummins honored seven of its employees with the Company's highest technical award for their work on two inventions. Mark D. Akins, Bryan W. Milburn, Dennis M. King and Greg M. Pataky were recognized for their work to improve turbocharger technology on Cummins’ midrange engines. Steven M. Bellinger, Brian C. Tyler and John F. Kalill received the 2012 Perr Award for developing a system and
On Nov. 15, Cummins officially opened its Cummins Angola operations. The project is a joint venture partnership with Angolan Project Net, which is led by CEO Jorge Jover. Located in Viana Industrial Park outside the capital city Luanda, Cummins Angola currently occupies 1,000-square meters of office and parts outlet space, as well as 1,750-square meters of warehousing. Cummins is working cl
Cummins Power Generation’s manufacturing facility in Fridley, Minn., is returning parts of its grounds to their native prairie state, potentially reducing water and fertilizer use. A grass burning took place in July in space that will become a small prairie as part of a pilot project at the site. Another area by a new test cell will also be seeded with prairie grass this fall. Fridley Plant
Cummins South Africa employees decided it was not enough to merely increase recycling in Alexandra Township, an informal settlement of Johannesburg, South Africa, near the Company’s offices in Kelvin. To really address Alexandra’s problems, they had to look for ways to reduce the area’s population of rats – some the size of small cats. And the best way to control the rat population, they con
The Cummins campus in Guarulhos, Brazil, is near several major highways and São Paulo’s international airport. Traffic in the area is frequently bumper-to-bumper. Green space is limited. But over the past three years, nearly 800 Cummins employees have planted some 5,000 trees in the area. Not only has their work helped beautify the city, the air is cleaner, dust has been reduced and temperature
Passengers traveling between the borough of Hackney and historic Victoria Station have been given a glimpse of the greener future of London’s iconic bus system. A new bus inspired by the original double-decker Routemasters and powered by a Cummins ISBe 4.5 litre engine, carried locals and visitors using state-of-the-art hybrid technology. Cummins engineers worked closely with Wrightbus in
Major infrastructure upgrades can be very capital intensive, and the Jamestown Engine Plant (JEP) in western New York hadn’t seen many over the last 40 years. All that changed in 2012, however, including the plant’s approach to energy use. A “deep energy retrofit” project is underway at the nearly one million square foot facility as part of a corporate-wide commitment to improving energy effici
Cummins Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of five exceptional leaders to the position of Vice President, effective March 1, 2025. These leaders bring diverse experience, backgrounds and skillsets to Cummins, and they have each had a profound impact on our company, our customers and our people. “These promotions reflect the outstanding business and leadership contributi
Cummins Inc. is pleased to announce two important changes to the Cummins Leadership Team, effective March 15. “Cummins is fortunate to have strong and capable leaders who are dedicated to advancing our Destination Zero strategy and delivering outstanding results for our customers and business,” said Jennifer Rumsey, Chair and CEO of Cummins. “I am proud to promote two experienced, people-
From a young age, Kim M. had a natural curiosity for problem-solving and a passion for innovation. Growing up in Reynosa, Mexico, she was always drawn to the challenge of finding creative solutions. This drive led her to pursue a degree in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Eager to expand her horizons, she actively participated in student organi
‘The Planet and Me’ webinar series features expert conversations packed with actionable insights to drive meaningful change. When it comes to change, and change leadership, NextMapping™ founder Cheryl Cran is the authority. Whether you are a manager, engineer or sales professional, Cran says the key to successful innovation is confronting your own resistance to change. With this knowledge
Kim T. is a prime example of the impact that passion, expertise, and collaboration can have within a global company. As a Tech Ops Project Management and Cybersecurity Engineer at Cummins, Kim plays a critical role in safeguarding the company's digital infrastructure. Her work focuses on ensuring the integrity of systems and protecting valuable data, which is vital to the company’s mission of powe
In recognition of the indisputable role that education plays in advancing global peace, sustainability and unity, since 2019, the United Nations has recognized January 24 as the International Day of Education. The day is a call to action for governments, corporations, communities and individuals to help address some of the world’s most intractable problems by supporting high-quality educational ex
Marina Savelli joined Cummins Inc. three decades ago, starting her career in finance. She recently began her latest role as Vice President of the Engine Business Off-Highway Markets, where she leads our operations for industrial segments such as construction, agriculture, defense, and more. Marina's vision and experience have been instrumental in helping drive Cummins' growth and success over the
In the dynamic landscape of corporate careers, Schuyla J. stands out as a testament to the power of embracing potential. For 14 years, she has played an integral role at Cummins Inc., driven by her willingness to seize opportunities and take calculated risks. Schuyla is the Executive Director of Ethics and Compliance, overseeing Investigations, Right Environment, Diversity Compliance and Data P
We are living in transformational times. All will be affected. It is a business and moral imperative that companies ensure a just transition for all, particularly in the communities where we work and live. Effective corporate responsibility in times of change requires a flexible community engagement model, one that can both organize a company’s resources at scale and adapt to regional differenc
Cummins Inc. is constantly seeking ways to improve the efficiency of fleet service and maintenance events. We know that time spent waiting for repairs can impede a customer’s ability to complete their job on time. Longer downtimes can trigger a ripple effect of delays across the entire fleet. What is Cummins’ Optimized Diagnostics? Cummins’ service tools, such as Guidanz®, QuickServe® Online
The shift to cleaner, sustainable fuel alternatives has become more critical than ever as countries and industries work to combat climate change. Broader adoption of renewable diesel is a key part of Cummins Inc.’s effort to provide customers with the widest range of lower-carbon fuel alternatives for their powertrains through our Destination Zero strategy. Let’s dive into what renewable diesel
With the advancement of connectivity and telematic technologies, the way customers care for their powertrain is changing. Vehicle service was often reactive – components were only repaired when they broke. Today, maintenance is predictive, increasing efficiency, maintenance accuracy and fleet performance. Such improvements are not only translating to increased uptime but also significant cost savi
Cummins Inc. (NYSE: CMI) launched a new 15L diesel engine for the Off Highway market at Intermat 2024. This new product is displayed alongside a wide range of Cummins off-highway technologies on Booth 5a D063 at Intermat, in Paris, France April 24-27, 2024. The Next Generation X15 diesel engine maintains reliability and reduces operating costs, while delivering reduced emissions and improv
There are a lot of things to consider when purchasing a new truck for your fleet or business. You may have considered common decisions like lease or buy, or day cab or sleeper. Have you thought about how your truck will be connected? Engine connectivity, also referred to as telematics, is crucial for every new truck in your fleet. It gives you helpful tools for anticipating service needs, maxim
The commercial transportation industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the global push to reduce emissions. In parallel, our customers and fleet operators are trying to achieve more sustainable operations through improved fuel economy and efficient performance. As fuel technologies evolve, it is crucial to understand how Electronic Control Units (ECUs) will evolve to support
Digital technologies are transforming the world. In our personal lives we are growing used to interacting with connected devices every day in our homes, cars, and at work. Today, many new cars come with digital features that improve safety, increase efficiency, and bring new levels of convenience to our everyday lives. Commercial vehicles are no different, with digital fleet management t
