SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):
May 5, 2003
THE PITTSTON COMPANY
(Exact Name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Virginia 1-9148 54-1317776
(State or other (Commission (I.R.S. Employer
jurisdiction File Number) Identification No.)
of Incorporation)
1801 Bayberry Court
P. O. Box 18100
Richmond, VA 23226-8100
(Address of principal (Zip Code)
executive offices)
(804)289-9600
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Item 5. Other Events
The Registrant announced today that, effective immediately, it has changed
its name to "The Brink's Company." The Registrant's press release, dated May 5,
2003, is attached as an exhibit to this report and incorporated herein by
reference.
EXHIBITS
99.1 Registrant's press release dated May 5, 2003.
SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
THE PITTSTON COMPANY
(Registrant)
By /s/Austin F. Reed
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Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
Dated: May 5, 2003
EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit Description
99.1 Registrant's press release dated May 5, 2003.
The Brink's Company
1801 Bayberry Court
P.O. Box 18100
Richmond, VA 23226-8100 USA
Tel. 804.289.9600
Fax 804.289.9760
Contact: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Investor Relations
804.289.9709
PITTSTON BECOMES "THE BRINK'S COMPANY"
New Corporate Name Better Reflects Global Leadership
in Business and Security Services
Stock Symbol Changes to "BCO" - New Logo Introduced
RICHMOND, VA. (MAY 5, 2003) - The Pittston Company announced that effective
immediately it has changed its corporate name to "The Brink's Company" to better
reflect the Company's current businesses, its global focus, and the strength of
its security and business services offerings. The Brink's Company owns three
major subsidiary groups: Brink's, Incorporated, Brink's Home Security and BAX
Global, and will maintain its headquarters in Richmond, Virginia. The Company's
stock symbol on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has been changed to "BCO."
"The Brink's name is one of the best known and most highly regarded
brands in the world," said Michael T. Dan, Chairman, President and Chief
Executive Officer. "The Brink's Company is a powerful combination of dedicated
people and global assets. The Company is built on trust, integrity, security and
service - time-honored attributes that our customers around the world have come
to expect from us. Our mission remains providing world-class service to our
customers while creating value for our shareholders."
To celebrate the corporate name and stock symbol change, Mr. Dan and
other members of the Brink's organization will ring the opening bell at the NYSE
today.
ABOUT THE BRINK'S COMPANY
The Brink's Company (NYSE: BCO) is a global leader in business and security
services. The Company's three main businesses are Brink's, Incorporated, the
world's premier provider of secure transportation and cash management services;
Brink's Home Security, one of the largest and most successful residential alarm
companies in North America; and BAX Global, an industry leader in global supply
chain management. For more information, please visit The Brink's Company website
at www.BrinksCompany.com, or call toll free 877-275-7488.
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