NiSource

Columbia Gas Launches "Back-to-Business" Initiative, Improved Claims Process, To Enhance Support to Affected Businesses

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Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, NiSource, Natural gas, Economy of the United States, Energy

Our aim remains to provide prompt and ongoing assistance to businesses that need it, and get them back in business."

Key Points: 
  • Our aim remains to provide prompt and ongoing assistance to businesses that need it, and get them back in business."
  • While 80% of those businesses are currently open, Columbia Gas is working hard to help all impacted businesses serve their communities just as they did before the September 13th incident," said Pablo Vegas, Chief Restoration Officer for Columbia Gas.
  • Designated claims adjustors will be made available to provide concierge services to businesses in navigating the process.
  • Columbia Gas of Massachusetts delivers clean, affordable and efficient natural gas to over 320,000 natural gas customers in southeastern Massachusetts, the greater Springfield area and the Merrimack Valley.

NiSource Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for Nov. 1

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Thursday, October 11, 2018
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MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Oct. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that the company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m.

Key Points: 
  • MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Oct. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that the company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m.
  • NiSource will release its third quarter 2018 earnings before U.S. financial markets open on Nov. 1.
  • All interested parties may listen to the conference call live on Nov. 1 by logging onto the NiSource website at www.nisource.com .
  • A link on the home page will provide access to the webcast and earnings release.

Columbia Gas Announces Details on Streamlined 'House-Ready' Process for Greater Lawrence Area Customers

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Tuesday, October 9, 2018
NiSource, Fuel gas, Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, Natural gas, Economy of the United States, Economy of North America

LAWRENCE, Mass., Oct. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, a unit ofNiSource Inc.(NYSE: NI), today announced updates to its plan to restore service to the Greater Lawrence area.

Key Points: 
  • LAWRENCE, Mass., Oct. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, a unit ofNiSource Inc.(NYSE: NI), today announced updates to its plan to restore service to the Greater Lawrence area.
  • Customers can now track restoration projects in their neighborhoods on an interactive map launched on the Columbia Gas website this week.
  • Customers should make arrangements to have an adult home when their street is listed, understanding this process could take more than one day.
  • Columbia Gas of Massachusettsdelivers clean, affordable and efficient natural gas to over 320,000 natural gas customers in southeasternMassachusetts, the greaterSpringfieldarea and theMerrimack Valley.

NiSource Announces Changes in Organizational Structure to Deliver on Its Commitment to the Communities It Serves

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Thursday, September 27, 2018
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Leading the NiSource restoration and replacement effort for Columbia Gas of Massachusetts will be Pablo Vegas, serving as Chief Restoration Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Leading the NiSource restoration and replacement effort for Columbia Gas of Massachusetts will be Pablo Vegas, serving as Chief Restoration Officer.
  • Donald Brown, executive vice president and chief financial officer, will assume the additional responsibilities for regulatory strategy, transformation office and IT.
  • Carl Levander, executive vice president of corporate affairs and regulatory strategy, will report to Hightman as lead of federal government affairs.
  • Additional information about NiSource, its investments in modern infrastructure and systems, its commitments and its local brands can be found at www.nisource.com .

New Recovery and Gas Line Replacement Efforts Launched for the Greater Lawrence Area

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Friday, September 21, 2018
NiSource, Fuel gas, Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, Natural gas, Economy of the United States, United States, Economy of North America

LAWRENCE, Mass., Sept. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, a unit of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), today announced the next phase of recovery and replacement activities for the Greater Lawrence Area following the tragic events of September 13.

Key Points: 
  • LAWRENCE, Mass., Sept. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, a unit of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), today announced the next phase of recovery and replacement activities for the Greater Lawrence Area following the tragic events of September 13.
  • On Monday, 60 Columbia Gas and contracted construction teams will begin the massive replacement program in all three communities.
  • "We will return natural gas services as quickly as possible but our core commitment to safety will underpin these efforts," Hamrock noted.
  • Columbia Gas of Massachusettsdelivers clean, affordable and efficient natural gas to over 320,000 natural gas customers in southeasternMassachusetts, the greaterSpringfieldarea and theMerrimack Valley.

NIPSCO Eyes Plan for Cleaner, Lower-Cost Energy Future

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Wednesday, September 19, 2018
NiSource, Merrillville, Indiana, Renewable energy, Geography of Indiana, INDIANA, Economy of the United States

Likely replacement options point toward lower-cost renewable energy resources such as wind, solar and battery storage technology.

Key Points: 
  • Likely replacement options point toward lower-cost renewable energy resources such as wind, solar and battery storage technology.
  • The timeline for NIPSCO's five remaining coal-fired units identified in the analysis shows the expected retirement of its R.M.
  • Northern Indiana Public Service Company LLC (NIPSCO), with headquarters in Merrillville, Ind., has proudly served the energy needs of northern Indiana for more than 100 years.
  • Based in Merrillville, Indiana, NiSource's approximately 8,000 employees are focused on safely delivering reliable and affordable energy to our customers and communities we serve.

Columbia Gas of Massachusetts Commits to Complete Replacement of Merrimack Valley Gas Distribution System

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Monday, September 17, 2018
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MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Sept. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, a unit of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), today announced that it is committed to completely replace the natural gas distribution system in the Merrimack Valley.

Key Points: 
  • MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Sept. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Gas of Massachusetts, a unit of NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI), today announced that it is committed to completely replace the natural gas distribution system in the Merrimack Valley.
  • "With this incident, a life was tragically lost and thousands of other lives were directly affected.
  • Columbia Gas of Massachusetts is in the midst of a multiyear program to modernize its gas distribution system and replace cast iron and bare steel pipeline systems across the state.
  • Our commitment to accelerate that work in the Merrimack Valley, while larger in scale than a typical modernization project, is necessary in light of recent events.

Theodore H. Bunting, Jr. Joins NiSource Board of Directors

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Wednesday, September 5, 2018
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MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that its Board of Directors appointed Theodore H. Bunting, Jr. to the Board.

Key Points: 
  • MERRILLVILLE, Ind., Sept. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that its Board of Directors appointed Theodore H. Bunting, Jr. to the Board.
  • He held other management positions of increasing responsibility in accounting and operations at Entergy since joining the company in 1983.
  • "We are excited to have Theo join the NiSource Board of Directors," said NiSource Board Chairman Richard L. Thompson.
  • Bunting's appointment to the NiSource Board is effective September 5, 2018, and he is expected to stand for election by NiSource stockholders at next year's annual stockholders meeting.

NiSource Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for Aug. 1

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018
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MERRILLVILLE, Ind., July 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that the company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m.

Key Points: 
  • MERRILLVILLE, Ind., July 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- NiSource Inc. (NYSE: NI) today announced that the company will host a conference call at 9:00 a.m.
  • NiSource will release its second quarter 2018 earnings before U.S. financial markets open on Aug. 1.
  • All interested parties may listen to the conference call live on Aug. 1 by logging onto the NiSource website at www.nisource.com .
  • A link on the home page will provide access to the webcast and earnings release.

NiSource Reports First Quarter 2018 Earnings

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018
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NiSource also reported net operating earnings (non-GAAP) of $259.7 million, or $0.77 per share, for the three months ended March31, 2018, compared to $230.6 million, or $0.71 per share, for the same period of 2017.

Key Points: 
  • NiSource also reported net operating earnings (non-GAAP) of $259.7 million, or $0.77 per share, for the three months ended March31, 2018, compared to $230.6 million, or $0.71 per share, for the same period of 2017.
  • Additional information for the quarter ended March31, 2018 is available on the Investors section of www.nisource.com , including segment and financial information and our presentation to be discussed at our first quarter 2018 earnings conference call scheduled for May 2, 2018 at 8:30 a.m.
  • NiSource also remains committed to maintaining investment grade credit ratings, and on February 28, 2018 Moody's affirmed its Baa2 rating on NiSource debt.
  • As of March31, 2018, NiSource had approximately $0.8 billion in net available liquidity, consisting of cash and available capacity under its credit facility and accounts receivable securitizations.