Darling International Inc., a global leader in converting edible and inedible bio-nutrient streams into a wide range of ingredients and specialty products for customers in the pharmaceutical, food, pet food, feed, technical, fuel, bioenergy and fertilizer industries has changed its corporate name to Darling Ingredients Inc.
The Company's trading symbol (DAR) will not change as a result of this corporate name change.
"We are excited to announce our corporate name change, reflecting the pivotal transformation of the Darling brand. Our new name, Darling Ingredients Inc., better reflects our global presence and focus on creating sustainable food, feed and fuel ingredients for a growing population," said Randall Stuewe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
The Company also announced it will hold a conference call and webcast on Friday, May 9, 2014 to discuss the Company's first quarter 2014 financial results. The teleconference will begin at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time and will be hosted by Mr. Randall Stuewe, CEO and Chairman of the Board, and Mr. Colin Stevenson, CFO. The related press release will be issued after the market closes on May 8, 2014.
