In a video message to employees worldwide, Chairman and CEO Richard Adkerson wished the workforce a happy holiday season and thanked them for their continued commitment to the company.
“I just have to say how proud I am of what the Freeport organization globally has accomplished during these difficult times,” Adkerson said in the video. “As a company, for the past 10 years, we have faced challenges. We have met those challenges, and today we are so well positioned for the future. We’ve got great people. I am honored to be part of the Freeport team.”
Adkerson also commended employees for their resiliency in managing through COVID-19, provided a positive outlook for copper moving forward and reiterated the importance of responsible production.