Newalta Income Fund Announces Increased Growth Capital Investments
CALGARY, ALBERTA - Jun 1, 2004 /CNW/ - Newalta Income Fund ("Newalta") today announces that it has increased its 2004 Growth Capital Investments from $20 million to $28.5 million. The additional investments involve the expansion of recently acquired operations and, in particular, the construction of two oilfield satellite facilities and the purchase of additional centrifuges to expand our rental and on-site fleet. "These investments capitalize on very attractive opportunities to grow our business and increase our cash flow," said Ron Sifton, Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer. Newalta Income Fund is an open-ended trust that maximizes the inherent value in certain industrial wastes through recovery of saleable products and recycling, rather than disposal. Through an integrated network of 40 state-of-the-art facilities, Newalta delivers world-class solutions to a broad customer base of national and international corporations, in a range of industries, including the automotive, forestry, pulp and paper, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, petrochemical, and transportation services industries. With a track record of profitable growth and environmental stewardship, Newalta is focused on leveraging its position in new service sectors and geographic markets from coast to coast.
For further information: Newalta Income Fund - Ronald L. Sifton, Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer, (403) 206-2684; Website: www.newalta.com