W.R. Grace and Libby
by LibbyMT.com
February 17, 2009
W.R. Grace has categorically denied any wrongdoing, maintaining that company officials were concerned about employees and their health and took what steps they believed were reasonable and appropriate at the time. The company has stated they have taken seriously their commitment to their Libby employees and the people of Libby.
Below are links to information the company has on its website related to Libby (www.grace.com):
Q: What is the situation in Libby, Montana?
W.R. Grace answer: There is a high incidence of asbestos-related lung disease in Libby among former miners, mill workers and their families. The miners and millers carried asbestos dust home on their clothes, exposing their families. In late 1999, the news media learned about this story that triggered an intensive EPA investigation into the causes.
Below are links to press releases W.R. Grace has issued about Libby:
Statement from W. R. Grace & Co. Regarding Montana Indictment
Libby Issues & Answers
Libby Timeline
Zonolite Attic Insulation Safety Facts
Libby Medical Program (http://www.libbymedicalprogram.com)
Mining and Mills Occupational Health Programs
Grace is Pleased With Latest Libby, Mont. Testing Results EPA Says Air Monitoring Shows No Problem With Libby's Air Quality
Grace to Retain Medical Program for Libby, Montana, Make Additional Donation to Local Hospital
Grace Announces Sweeping Health Care Program for Libby Montana Residents
Grace CEO Meets With Montana Governor; Pledges Cooperation on Libby Investigations
Grace Urges State of Montana and U.S. EPA to Move Quickly To Address Reported Health Concerns in Libby, Montana
According to W.R. Grace’s 2007 annual report, the company’s sales were $3.1 billion and their pre-tax income from core operations was $284.6 million, representing increases of 10.2% and 18.5% respectively, from the prior year. "There is little progress to report in the government's criminal case against Grace and six former executives regarding Grace’s former operations in Libby, Montana. As with the reorganization, I believe it is important to get this behind us." Fred Festa, Chairman, President & CEO. (W.R. Grace 2007 annual report)
The 2008 annual report won’t be out until March, 2009.
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