Orion Engineered Carbons (OEC) 10-Q 7 May 20 2020 FY Quarterly report Financial data

Document and Entity Information

Document and Entity Information - shares	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	May 06, 2020
Cover [Abstract]
Document Type	10-Q
Document Quarterly Report	true
Document Period End Date	Mar. 31, 2020
Document Transition Report	false
Entity Registrant Name	ORION ENGINEERED CARBONS S.A.
Entity Incorporation, State or Country Code	N4
Entity File Number	001-36563
Entity Tax Identification Number	00-0000000
Entity Address, Address Line One	4501 Magnolia Cove Drive Suite 106
Entity Address, City or Town	Houston,
Entity Address, State or Province	TX
Entity Address, Postal Zip Code	77345
City Area Code	281
Local Phone Number	318-2959
Title of 12(b) Security	Common Shares, no par value
Trading Symbol	OEC
Security Exchange Name	NYSE
Entity Current Reporting Status	Yes
Entity Interactive Data Current	Yes
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Small Business	false
Entity Emerging Growth Company	false
Entity Shell Company	false
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding (in shares)		60,487,117
Entity Central Index Key	0001609804
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2020
Document Fiscal Period Focus	FY
Amendment Flag	false

Consolidated Statements of Oper

Consolidated Statements of Operations of Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (Unaudited) - USD ($) shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Income Statement [Abstract]
Net sales	$ 336,007	$ 384,714
Cost of sales	245,815	286,745
Gross profit	90,193	97,969
Selling, general and administrative expenses	44,519	55,577
Research and development costs	4,956	5,129
Other expenses, net	3,175	2,475
Restructuring expenses	0	89
Income from operations	37,543	34,699
Interest and other financial expense, net	9,610	6,443
Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI	2,398	0
Income from operations before income taxes and equity in earnings of affiliated companies	25,534	28,256
Income tax expense	7,635	9,439
Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax	133	137
Net income	$ 18,032	$ 18,954
Weighted-average shares outstanding (in thousands of shares):
Basic (in shares)	60,276	59,518
Diluted (in shares)	61,391	61,113
Earnings per share:
Basic (in USD per share)	$ 0.30	$ 0.32
Diluted (in USD per share)	0.29	0.31
Dividends per share (in USD per share)	$ 0.20	$ 0.20

Consolidated Statements of Comp

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income of Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income	$ 18,032	$ 18,954
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
Foreign currency translation adjustments	(24,071)	1,463
Unrealized net gains/(losses) on hedges of a net investment in a foreign operation	36	0
Unrealized net gains/(losses) on cash flow hedges	(656)	(2,225)
Gains/(losses) on defined benefit plans	1,847	53
Other comprehensive loss	(22,844)	(709)
Comprehensive income	$ (4,811)	$ 18,245

Consolidated Balance Sheets of

Consolidated Balance Sheets of Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 107,540	$ 63,726
Accounts receivable, net of expected credit losses of $7,454 and $6,632	234,532	212,565
Other current financial assets	19,245	11,347
Inventories	168,481	164,799
Income tax receivables	7,819	17,924
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	32,072	37,358
Total current assets	569,688	507,718
Property, plant and equipment - net	535,237	534,054
Operating lease right-of-use assets	29,718	27,532
Goodwill	75,427	77,341
Intangible assets - net	48,124	50,596
Investment in equity method affiliates	5,235	5,232
Deferred income tax assets	56,291	48,720
Other financial assets	692	2,501
Other assets	3,434	3,701
Total non-current assets	754,157	749,676
Total assets	1,323,845	1,257,394
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	145,342	156,298
Current portion of long term debt and other financial liabilities	144,854	36,410
Current portion of employee benefit plan obligation	886	908
Accrued liabilities	31,939	44,931
Income taxes payable	14,927	14,154
Other current liabilities	35,712	32,509
Total current liabilities	373,659	285,211
Long-term debt, net	619,879	630,261
Employee benefit plan obligation	69,472	71,901
Deferred income tax liabilities	54,056	43,308
Other liabilities	39,963	40,701
Commitments and contingencies
Total non-current liabilities	783,371	786,171
Stockholders' equity
Common stock	85,323	85,032
Less 505,142 and 505,142 shares of common treasury stock, at cost	(8,515)	(8,515)
Additional paid-in capital	62,930	65,562
Retained earnings	84,283	78,296
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(57,206)	(34,362)
Total stockholders' equity	166,815	186,013
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$ 1,323,845	$ 1,257,394

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Pa

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Reserve for doubtful accounts	$ 7,454	$ 6,632
Common stock, shares authorized (in shares)	65,035,579	65,035,579
Common stock, shares issued (in shares)	60,992,259	60,729,289
Common stock, shares outstanding (in shares)	60,487,117	60,224,147
Treasury stock, cost (in shares)	505,142	505,142

Consolidated Statements of Cash

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows of Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$ 18,032	$ 18,954
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment and amortization of intangible assets	23,845	24,095
Amortization of debt issuance costs	501	535
Share-based incentive compensation	(1,139)	3,553
Deferred tax (benefit)/provision	(1,865)	(2,913)
Foreign currency transactions	1,219	935
Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI	2,398	0
Other operating non-cash items	360	1,028
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of businesses acquired:
(Increase)/decrease in trade receivables	(31,097)	(12,623)
(Increase)/decrease in inventories	(11,681)	7,946
Increase/(decrease) in trade payables	4,391	3,868
Increase/(decrease) in provisions	(11,365)	(20,821)
Increase/(decrease) in tax liabilities	12,016	1,748
Increase/(decrease) in other assets and liabilities that cannot be allocated to investing or financing activities	(711)	(134)
Net cash provided by operating activities	4,905	26,171
Cash flows from investing activities:
Cash paid for the acquisition of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment	(50,851)	(22,487)
Net cash used in investing activities	(50,851)	(22,487)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Repayments of long-term debt	(2,006)	(2,018)
Cash inflows related to current financial liabilities	109,813	37,082
Cash outflows related to current financial liabilities	0	(22,823)
Dividends paid to shareholders	(12,045)	(11,904)
Taxes paid for shares issued under net settlement feature	(1,202)	0
Net cash used in financing activities	94,560	337
Increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash	48,614	4,021
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the beginning of the period	68,231	61,604
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash	(6,630)	(200)
Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at the end of the period	110,215	65,425
Less restricted cash at the end of the period	2,675	4,504
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period	107,540	60,921
Cash paid for interest, net	(4,345)	(6,024)
Cash refund for income taxes	2,259
Cash (paid) for income taxes		(8,764)
Supplemental disclosure of non-cash activity:
Liabilities for leasing - current	2,982	5,144
Liabilities for leasing - non-current	$ 1,242	$ 25,587

Consolidated Statements of Chan

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity of Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (Unaudited) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Total	Common stock	Treasury shares	Additional paid-in capital	Retained earnings	Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2018		59,518,498
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2018	$ 158,896	$ 84,254	$ (8,683)	$ 63,544	$ 39,409	$ (19,628)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity
Net income	18,954				18,954
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	(709)					(709)
Dividends paid - $0.20 per share	(11,904)				(11,904)
Share based compensation	3,553			3,553
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2019		59,518,498
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2019	$ 168,790	$ 84,254	(8,683)	67,097	46,459	(20,337)
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2019	60,224,147	60,224,147
Beginning balance at Dec. 31, 2019	$ 186,013	$ 85,032	(8,515)	65,562	78,296	(34,362)
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity
Net income	18,032				18,032
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax	(22,844)					(22,844)
Dividends paid - $0.20 per share	(12,045)				(12,045)
Share based compensation	(2,632)			(2,632)
Issuance of stock under equity compensation plans (in shares)		262,970
Issuance of stock under equity compensation plans	$ 291	$ 291
Ending balance (in shares) at Mar. 31, 2020	60,487,117	60,487,117
Ending balance at Mar. 31, 2020	$ 166,815	$ 85,323	$ (8,515)	$ 62,930	$ 84,283	$ (57,206)

Consolidated Statements of Ch_2

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity of Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (Unaudited) - $ / shares	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Statement of Stockholders' Equity [Abstract]
Dividends paid (in dollars per share)	$ 0.20	$ 0.20

Organization, Description of th

Organization, Description of the Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Organization, Description of the Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	Organization, Description of the Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Orion Engineered Carbons S.A.’s unaudited condensed consolidated financial information include Orion Engineered Carbons S.A. and its subsidiaries (“Orion” or the “Company”). The unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”) and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for annual financial statements. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019. The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements include all adjustments that are necessary for the fair presentation of our results for the interim periods presented. Results for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of results to be expected for the full year. The Company is a leading global manufacturer of carbon black products and is incorporated in Luxembourg. Carbon black is a powdered form of carbon that is used to create the desired physical, electrical and optical qualities of various materials. Carbon black products are primarily used as consumables and additives for the production of polymers, printing inks and coatings (“Specialty Carbon Black” or “Specialties”) and in the reinforcement of rubber polymers (“Rubber Carbon Black” or “Rubber”). The Company manufactures Specialty Carbon Black for a broad range of specialized applications such as polymers, printing systems and coatings applications. The various production processes result in a wide range of different Specialty Carbon Black pigment grades with respect to their primary particle size, structure and surface area/surface chemistry. These parameters affect jetness, tinting strength, undertone, dispersibility, oil absorption, electrical conductivity and other characteristics. The types of Rubber Carbon Black used in the rubber industry are manufactured according to strict specifications and quality standards. Structure and specific surface area are the key factors in optimizing reinforcement properties in rubber polymers. As at March 31, 2020, the Company operates 13 wholly owned production facilities in Europe, North and South America, Asia and South Africa and three sales companies and another nine holding companies and six service companies, as well as two former operating entities in Portugal and France (currently in dissolution). Additionally, the Company operates a joint venture with one production facility in Germany. The Company's global presence enables it to supply Specialty Carbon Black customers as well as international customers in the tire and rubber industry with the full range of carbon black grades and particle sizes. Sales activities are supported by sales and representative offices all around the globe. Integrated sales activities with key account managers and customer services are carried out in the United States, Brazil, South Korea and Germany and China. Risks and Uncertainties We are subject to risks and uncertainties as a result of the current outbreak of a novel strain of coronavirus (COVID-19). The extent of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business is highly uncertain and difficult to predict. Furthermore, capital markets and economies worldwide have also been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and it is possible that it could cause a local and/or global economic recession. Such economic disruption could have a material adverse effect on our business. Policymakers around the globe have responded with fiscal policy actions to support the chemical industry and economy as a whole. The magnitude and overall effectiveness of these actions remains uncertain. The severity of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the duration and severity of the pandemic and the extent and severity of the impact on the Company's customers and suppliers, all of which are uncertain and cannot be predicted. The Company's future results of operations and liquidity could be adversely impacted by delays in payments of outstanding receivable amounts beyond normal payment terms, supply chain disruptions, lower demand for our products, commodity price volatility, heightened price sensitivity among customers, higher competitive intensity, inventory revaluations, and the impact of any initiatives or programs that the Company may undertake to address financial and operations challenges faced by its customers. As of the date of issuance of these condensed consolidated financial statements, the extent to which the COVID-19 pandemic may materially impact the Company's financial condition, liquidity, or results of operations is uncertain. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Revenue and Income Recognition The Company recognizes revenue when or as it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring a good or a service to a customer. Revenue is only recognized when control is transferred to the customer. The amount of consideration we receive and revenue we recognize is based upon the terms stated in the sales contract, which may contain variable consideration such as discounts or rebates. We also give our customers a limited right to return product that has been damaged or does not satisfy their specifications, or for other specific reasons. Payment terms on product sales to our customers typically range from 30 to 90 days. Although certain exceptions exist where standard payment terms are exceeded, these instances are infrequent and do not exceed one year. Revenue is recognized according to the five-step model prescribed in ASC 606. Under the first step, the entity has to identify the contract entered with a customer granting the right to receive goods or service in exchange for consideration. The second step requires the identification of distinct performance obligations within a contract. The transaction price of the arrangement is defined in Step 3 of ASC 606. In addition to the contractual fixed price the entity has to take variable considerations into account. If the entity identified more than one separate performance obligation under step 2, it has to account for this contract as a multiple element arrangement resulting in an allocation of revenues to the obligations identified. If these conditions are satisfied, revenue from the sale of goods is recognized when control have been transferred to the buyer, either at a point in time, or over time. The Company derives a substantial majority of revenues from selling carbon black to industrial customers for further processing. Revenue recognition and measurement is governed by the following principles. The amount of revenue and the transaction price is contractually specified between the parties and measured at the amount expected be received less value-added tax and any trade discounts and volume rebates granted. Discounts and volume rebates are accounted for as estimates of variable consideration and deducted from revenue. With respect to the sale of goods, sales are recognized at the point in time control over the good transfers to the customer. The timing of the transfer of control varies depending on the individual terms of the sales agreement. The Company's business is organized by its two carbon black product types. For corporate management purposes and all periods presented the Company had “Rubber” and “Specialty” as reportable operating segments. Rubber carbon black is used in the reinforcement of rubber in tires and mechanical rubber goods; Specialties are used as pigments and performance additives in coatings, polymers, printing and special applications. Adoption of accounting standards In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-03, Codification Improvements to Financial Instruments (ASU 2020-03). The amendments in this update affect a wide variety of topics in the codification and represent changes to clarify or improve the codification. The amendments make the codification easier to understand and easier to apply by eliminating inconsistencies and providing clarifications. Issues 1, 2, 4 and 5 within the standard are conforming amendments and are effective upon issuance of ASU 2020-03. Issue 3 is also a conforming amendment and is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019. Issues 6 and 7 relate to ASU No. 2016-13 and are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 since Orion previously adopted ASU No. 2016-13 on January 1 2019. The Company adopted ASU 2020-03 as of January 1, 2020. The adoption of this guidance did not have any impact on the Company’s financial statements. In February 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-02, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326) and Leases (Topic 842)- Amendments to SEC Paragraphs Pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 119 and Update to SEC Section on Effective Date Related to Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842) (SEC Update) (ASU 2020-02). The new standard as it relates to Topic 326 is effective upon a registrant’s adoption of FASB ASC Topic 326 (adopted by Orion on January 1, 2019). The new standard is as it relates to Topic 842 is not applicable. The adoption of ASU 2020-02 did not have any impact on the Company’s financial statements. In November 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-11, Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (ASU 2019-11). The amendments in this update represents changes to clarify, correct errors in, or improve the codification, and make the codification easier to understand and easier to apply by eliminating inconsistencies and providing clarifications. For entities that have adopted ASU 2016-13, the amendments in ASU 2019-11 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted in any interim period after the issuance of ASU 2019-11 as long as the entity has adopted the amendments in ASU No. 2016-13. The Company adopted ASU 2019-11 as of January 1, 2020. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. In May 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-05, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326) (ASU 2019-05). The amendments in this ASU provide entities that have certain instruments within the scope of Subtopic 326-20, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses - Measured at Amortized Cost, with an option to irrevocably elect the fair value option in Subtopic 825-10, Financial Instruments - Overall, applied on an instrument-by-instrument basis for eligible instruments, upon adoption of Topic 326. For entities that have adopted the amendments in ASU No. 2016-13, the amendments in ASU 2019-05 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted in any interim period after the issuance of ASU 2019-05 as long as the entity has adopted the amendments in ASU No. 2016-13. The Company adopted ASU 2019-05 as of January 1, 2020. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. In April 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-04, Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses, Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging, and Topic 825, Financial Instruments (ASU 2019-04). The updates contained in this ASU provide clarification and correction to ASU 2016-01, Financial Instruments - Overall (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities, ASU 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments, and ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities, and is intended to improve the Codification or correct its unintended application. The amendments in ASU 2019-04 related to ASU No. 2016-01 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted in any interim period following the issuance of ASU 2019-04 as long as the entity has adopted all of the In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No 2018-14, Compensation - Retirement Benefits - Defined Benefit Plans - General (Subtopic 715-20): Disclosure Framework - Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Plans Principles of consolidation The consolidated financial statements include all subsidiaries indirectly or directly controlled by Orion. Entities are consolidated from the date Orion obtains control, which generally is the acquisition date, and are deconsolidated when control is lost. Control is achieved when Orion is exposed, or has the right, to variable returns from its involvement with the investee and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the investee. Orion re-assesses whether or not it controls an investee if facts and circumstances indicate that there are changes to one or more of these three elements of control. Orion consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with uniform accounting policies. Income and expenses, intercompany profits and losses, and receivables and liabilities between consolidated subsidiaries are eliminated. Use of estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity U.S. GAAP requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Foreign currency translation Foreign currency transactions are measured at the exchange rate at the date of initial recognition. Any gains or losses resulting from the valuation of foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities using the currency exchange rates as at the reporting date are recognized in other expenses, net. Currency exchange differences relating to financing activities are recognized in interest and other financial income and interest and other financial expense. The assets and liabilities of foreign operations with functional currencies different from the presentation currency U.S. dollars are translated using closing rates as at the reporting date. Income and expense items are translated at average monthly exchange rates for the respective period. The translation of equity is performed using historical exchange rates. The overall foreign currency impact from translating the statement of financial position and income statement of all the foreign entities is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) ("AOCI").

Recent Accounting Pronouncement

Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Accounting Changes and Error Corrections [Abstract]
Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted	Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848): Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting (ASU 2020-04). The amendments in this update provide optional guidance for a limited period of time to ease the potential burden in accounting for (or recognizing the effects of) reference rate reform on financial reporting. The amendments in this update are effective for all entities as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact the adoption of this standard will have on its financial statements. In January 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-01, Investments - Equity Securities (Topic 321), Investments - Equity Method and Joint Ventures (Topic 323), and Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815) . The amendments in this update clarify the interaction of the accounting for equity securities under Topic 321 and investments accounted for under the equity method of accounting in Topic 323 and the accounting for certain forward contracts and purchased options accounted for under Topic 815. The amendments in this update are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020, and interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact the adoption of this standard will have on its financial statements. In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes (ASU 2019-12)

Leases

Leases	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Leases [Abstract]
Leases	Leases Orion has entered into lease contracts as a lessee and is not acting as a lessor. The vast majority of Orion’s lease contracts are concerning operational items such as rail cars, company cars, offices and office equipment. The recorded right-of-use assets as of March 31, 2020 amounted to $29.7 million, and the corresponding lease liabilities amounted to $31.3 million, of which $8.6 million were recorded within other current liabilities and $22.7 million as other liabilities. The weighted remaining average minimum lease period is 2.7 years. The undiscounted minimum lease payments are due in and reconcile to the discounted lease liabilities as follows: March 31, 2020 (In thousands) Next 12 months $ 8,593 1 to 2 years 7,291 2 to 3 years 6,391 3 to 4 years 5,578 4 to 5 years 4,301 More than 5 years 4,644 Total undiscounted minimum lease payments 36,799 Discount (5,501) Lease liability (current and non-current) $ 31,298 The weighted average discount rate applied to the lease liabilities is 6.43%. Finance lease costs were immaterial for the three months ended March 31, 2020. Operating lease costs amounted in total to $3.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and were recorded as operating expenses under cost of sales, selling, general and administrative expenses and under research and development cost. Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities from operating leases was $2.2 million for March 31, 2020 and $2.7 million for the three months ended March 31, 2019 and was immaterial for finance leases during the same periods. In addition to the above, we entered into a forward-starting lease agreement in October 2016, for a district heating facility in Cologne, Germany, where we plan to operate the equipment to generate the required heat energy. The lessor, the public utility of our neighbor city and its agents, is currently constructing the facilities at our location, with the lease scheduled to commence by the end of 2020 after construction is completed. The lease agreement will have a total of approximately $35.0 million in undiscounted future lease payments over the 20 year term of the lease.

Inventories

Inventories	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Inventories	Inventories Inventories, net of obsolete, unmarketable and slow moving reserves are as follows: March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Raw materials, consumables and supplies, net $ 76,637 $ 69,168 Work in process 35 148 Finished goods, net 91,808 95,483 Total $ 168,481 $ 164,799 Orion periodically reviews inventories for both obsolescence and loss in value. In this review, Orion makes assumptions about the future demand for and the future market value of the inventory and, based on these assumptions, estimates the amount of obsolete, unmarketable or slow moving inventory. The balance of the reserve for obsolete, unmarketable and slow moving inventories amounted to $6.7 million as of December 31, 2019. The additions, net to the reserve during the quarter ended March 31, 2020 amounted to $3.4 million (prior year: $0.1 million), of which $2.9 million were related to adjust inventories to net realizable value (prior year: nil). The balance of the reserve as of March 31, 2020 increased therefore to $10.0 million. The adjustment to net realizable values was recorded on raw materials, consumables and supplies and on finished goods.

Debt and Other Obligations

Debt and Other Obligations	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Debt and Other Obligations	Debt and Other Obligations The company had the following debt arrangements in place as of March 31, 2020 and December 31, 2019: March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Current Term loan $ 7,952 $ 8,057 Deferred debt issuance costs - term loan (1) (1,366) (1,409) Other short-term debt and obligations 138,267 29,762 Current portion of long term debt and other financial liabilities 144,854 36,410 Non-current Term loan 624,164 634,994 Deferred debt issuance costs - term loan (1) (4,285) (4,733) Long-term debt, net 619,879 630,261 Total $ 764,733 $ 666,671 (1) According to ASU 2015-03, adopted on January 1, 2016, the Company presents debt issuance costs related to a recognized liability as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that liability. (a) Term Loan On July 25, 2014, Orion entered into a refinancing of its indebtedness. The initial term loan credit facility in USD of $895.0 million was allocated to a term loan facility denominated in USD of $358.0 million and a term loan facility denominated in Euro of €399.0 million with both having an original maturity date of July 25, 2021 (the “Term Loans”). Initial interest was calculated based on three-month EURIBOR (for the Euro denominated loan), or three-month USD-LIBOR (for the USD denominated loan) plus a 3.75% - 4.00% margin depending on leverage ratio. For both EURIBOR and USD-LIBOR a floor of 1.0% applied. At least 1% of the principal amount is required to be repaid per annum; Orion may make additional voluntary repayments. In the years 2015 to 2017 Orion executed several voluntary repayments totaling €56.0 million and $58.0 million. After several amendments to the credit agreement Orion repriced its EUR- and USD-denominated outstanding term loans during the years 2016 to 2018 and achieved a significant reduction of both interest margins to currently 2.00% for the USD term loan and 2.25% for the Euro term loan. The margin is no longer linked to Orion's net leverage ratio. In addition the EURIBOR and USD-LIBOR floors were reduced to 0.00%. Moreover the durations of both term loans were extended by another three years resulting in a new maturity date of July 25, 2024 (previously July 25, 2021). Other provisions of this credit agreement remained unchanged. Transaction costs incurred directly in connection with the incurrence of the Euro and U.S. Dollar denominated term loans, thereby reducing their carrying amount, are amortized as finance costs over the term of the loans. Transaction costs incurred in connection with the modifications of the term loan in the years 2016 to 2018 were directly expensed as incurred as the modified terms were not substantially different. In connection with the repricing described above further transaction costs of $0.7 million in 2018 and $3.5 million equivalent in 2017 and $2.1 million equivalent in 2016 were incurred and directly expensed. In 2020, an amount of $0.3 million equivalent related to capitalized transaction costs was amortized and recognized as finance costs in this regard (prior year: $0.3 million equivalent). On May 11, 2018, Orion entered into a $235.0 million cross currency swap to synthetically convert its US dollar liabilities into EUR to mitigate foreign currency risk. This swap transaction impacts both principal and interest payments associated with debt service and results in a further annual interest payments savings of approximately $4.7 million. The swap became effective on May 15, 2018 and will expire on July 25, 2024, in line with maturity of the term loan. A portion of the USD-denominated term loan was designated as a hedge of the net investment in a foreign operation to reduce the Company's foreign currency exposure. Since January 1, 2015 the Company had designated $180.0 million of the total USD-denominated term loan held by a Germany based subsidiary as the hedging instrument to hedge the change in net assets of a US subsidiary, which is held by a Germany based subsidiary, to manage foreign currency risk. Due to the new hedging approach utilizing cross currency swap as described above, hedge accounting for the net investment hedge was discontinued on May 15, 2018. An unrealized loss of $2.2 million remains within other comprehensive income until it is recycled through profit and loss upon divestment of the hedged item. The carrying value as at March 31, 2020 includes the nominal amount of the Term Loans plus accrued unpaid interest less deferred debt issuance costs - term loan of $5.7 million (December 31, 2019: $6.1 million). (b) Revolving credit facility To generally safeguard the Company’s liquidity, the Company has entered into a revolving credit facility (“RCF”). As part of the July 25, 2014 refinancing the then-existing revolving facility was replaced by a €115.0 million multicurrency revolving credit facility with an original maturity date July 25, 2019. Interest is calculated based on EURIBOR (for EUR drawings), and USD-LIBOR (for USD drawings) plus 2.5% - 3.0% margin (depending on leverage ratio). The RCF was not drawn on the respective reporting dates while certain local ancillary facilities reduced the available commitment. Transaction costs in the amount of $3.3 million originally incurred in connection with the RCF are also recorded as deferred expenses and are amortized as finance costs on a straight-line basis over the term of the facility (until July 25, 2019). An amendment to the Credit Agreement entered into on May 5, 2017 (i) reduced the commitment fee paid on the unused commitments from 40% of the Applicable Rate (as defined in the Credit Agreement) to 35% of the Applicable Rate, (ii) extended the maturity date for the revolving credit facility to April 25, 2021 and (iii) increased the aggregate amount of revolving credit commitments to €175.0 million. All other terms of the Credit Agreement remained unchanged. Additional Transaction costs in conjunction with the RCF in the amount of $2.3 million incurred in connection with the 2017 amendment to the Credit Agreement are also recorded as deferred expenses and are amortized as finance costs on a straight-line basis over the term of the facility (until April 25, 2021). On April 2, 2019, the Company entered into the eighth amendment (the “Eighth Amendment”) to the Credit Agreement, among the Company and certain of its subsidiaries, as Borrowers or Guarantors, the Lenders from time to time party thereto and Goldman Sachs Bank US, as administrative agent for the Lenders. The Amendment relates to the revolving credit facility (“RCF”) provided by the Credit Agreement. The Eighth Amendment became effective on April 10, 2019. The Eighth Amendment: (i) extended the maturity date for the RCF by three years to April 25, 2024, (ii) increased the aggregate amount of revolving credit commitments in Euro by €75.0 million to EUR €250.0 million, and (iii) reduced revolving credit interest expense by way of a new pricing grid that entitles an initial margin of 0.019 when the Company's leverage ratio is between 2.25x and 1.75x (formerly 2.5% w hen leverage ratio was < 2.30x); currently margin is 2.15% as the Company’s leverage ratio is between 2.75x and 2.25x. All other terms of the Credit Agreement remain substantially unchanged, including the commitment fee, which remains at 35% of applicable margin. During the first quarter of 2020, transaction costs of $0.2 million were amortized compared to $0.2 million in the first quarter of 2019. Unamortized transaction costs that were incurred in conjunction with the RCF in July 2014, the Amendment on May 30, 2017 and the Amendment on April 2, 2019, amount to $3.2 million as of March 31, 2020. Unamortized transaction costs as at December 31, 2019 amount to $3.4 million and were incurred in conjunction with the RCF in July 2014 and the Amendment on May 30, 2017. (c) Local bank loans and other short term borrowings Orion has established additional local ancillary credit facilities for OEC GmbH and OEC LLC by using overall RCF commitments. As of March 31, 2020, the OEC GmbH facilities had $67.2 million (as of December 31, 2019: $26.4 million) outstanding and the OEC LLC facilities had $27.2 million (prior year: $2.2 million) outstanding. The general terms of those ancillary credit facilities are linked to those terms in RCF which is in particular applicable to the interest rates applied.

Financial Instruments and Fair

Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurement	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurement	Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurement The Company measures financial instruments, such as derivatives, at fair value at each balance sheet date. Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest. The Company uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data are available to measure fair value, maximizing the use of relevant observable inputs and minimizing the use of unobservable inputs. All assets and liabilities for which fair value is measured or disclosed in the financial statements are categorized within the following fair value hierarchy based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole: Level 1 — Unadjusted quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date. Level 2 — Inputs other than quoted prices within Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e., as prices) or indirectly (i.e., derived from prices such as quoted prices for similar items in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar items in markets that are not active, inputs other than quoted prices that are observable such as interest rate and yield curves), and market-corroborated inputs. Level 3 — Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. For financial assets and liabilities that are recognized in the financial statements on a recurring basis, the Company determines whether transfers have occurred between levels in the hierarchy by re-assessing categorization at the end of each reporting period. The following table shows the fair value measurement at March 31, 2020 and December 31, 2019. All measurements are based on observable inputs such as interest rates and are classified as Level 2 within the fair value hierarchy: Fair Value Hierarchy March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Receivables from hedges/ derivatives $ 16,370 $ 8,436 Prepaid expenses and other current assets Level 2 16,364 8,434 Other financial assets (non-current) Level 2 6 1 Liabilities from derivatives $ 8,723 $ 9,425 Other current liabilities Level 2 49 109 Other liabilities (non-current) Level 2 8,675 9,316 Term loan Level 2 $ 632,116 $ 643,051 Local bank loans Level 2 $ 138,267 $ 29,762

Employee Benefit Plans

Employee Benefit Plans	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Employee Benefit Plans	Employee Benefit Plans Provisions for pensions are established to cover benefit plans for retirement, disability and surviving dependents’ pensions. The benefit obligations vary depending on the legal, tax and economic circumstances in the various countries in which the Company operates. Generally, the level of benefit depends on the length of service and the remuneration. Net periodic defined benefit pension benefit costs include the following: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Service cost $ 303 $ 311 Interest cost 295 432 Amortization of actuarial loss 2,398 — Net periodic pension cost $ 2,996 $ 743 Service costs were recorded within income from operations under selling, general and administrative expenses, interest cost in Interest and other financial expense, net. The actuarial losses associated with the pension obligations recorded in prior years in accumulated other comprehensive income exceeding 10% of the defined benefit obligation are recorded ratably over the current year through profit and loss separately from income from operations and amounted to $2.4 million in the three months ended March 31, 2020. There are also defined contribution pension plans in Germany and the United States for which our Group companies make regular contributions to off-balance sheet pension funds managed by third party insurance companies. In South Korea, the Company’s pension plan provides, at the option of employees for either projected benefit or defined contribution benefits. Plan assets relating to this plan reduce the pension provision disclosed.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Share-based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation	Stock-Based Compensation On an annual basis since 2015, the Company has implemented a long-term incentive plan ("LTIP") which grants awards to employees and officers selected by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors (the “Compensation Committee”). PSU awards are earned based on achievement against one or more performance metrics established by the Compensation Committee in respect of a specified performance period. Earned PSUs range from zero to a specified maximum percentage of a participant’s target award based on the performance of applicable performance metrics, and are subject to vesting terms based on continued employment. The first performance period ran from January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2017, with PSUs earned based on achievement of EBITDA metrics established by the Compensation Committee and total shareholder return relative to a peer group. Once earned and vested, PSUs were settled in one common share per vested PSU (or, at the Company’s election, cash equal to the fair market value thereof). There is no exercise price. The first vesting period ran through March 31, 2018 (the “2015 Plan”). All PSUs are granted under, and are subject to the terms and conditions of, the Company’s 2014 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan, and do not increase the number of shares previously reserved for issuance under that plan. On August 2, 2016 the Compensation Committee established a consecutive LTIP (the “2016 Plan”) having consistent terms as compared to the 2015 Plan. On March 31, 2019 the vesting period ended for the “2016 Plan” and earned and vested PSUs settled in one common share of the Company per vested PSU - issued to participants on April 30, 2019, except for certain PSUs settled in cash at fair market value to cover wage taxes or as substitute for share transfer restrictions. On July 31, 2017 the Compensation Committee established another consecutive LTIP (the "2017 Plan") having consistent terms as compared to the 2015 and 2016 Plan. On July 12, 2018 the Compensation Committee established a consecutive LTIP (the "2018 Plan") and on July 16, 2019 the Compensation Committee established a consecutive LTIP (the “2019 Plan”). The achievement metrics have changed for the 2019 Plan from EBITDA performance to a 'return on capital employed' and a 'total shareholder return' target. All PSUs are granted under, and are subject to the terms and conditions of, the Company’s 2014 Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan (the “Omnibus Plan”). In its “2019 Plan” the company issued beside PSUs ("2019 Plan PSU") also a tranche of restricted share units (“RSUs”) for its selected employees and officers ("2019 Plan RSU"). RSUs vest by one-third on each of the first, second and third anniversary of the grant date. The RSUs are subject to certain further restrictions after vesting. Settlement of selected employees and officer RSUs is within 75 days following the third anniversary of the grant date. Specific Members of our Executive Committee received RSUs upon signing. These sign-on RSUs vest by one-third on each of the first, second and third anniversary of the grant date. In April 2018 the Compensation Committee established a stock compensation plan for the Board of Directors under the existing Omnibus Incentive Compensation Plan. The following table provides detail as to expenses recorded within operating income with respect to stock based compensation: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) 2016 Plan $ — $ 1,083 2017 Plan — 1,195 2018 Plan (1,242) 1,275 Sign on RSU incentive 134 — 2019 Plan (30) — Total expenses $ (1,139) $ 3,553 Due to lowered expectations for EBITDA and ROCE in the full year 2020 and upcoming year 2021 performance condition of 2018 Plan and 2019 Plan are no longer expected to be met. Expenses recorded in prior years for 2018 Plan and 2019 Plan were partly reversed for the three months ended March, 31, 2020. In the following table summarizes the activity of our PSUs within the three months ended March 31, 2020: Period granted Performance period PSUs outstanding at January 1, PSUs granted Performance based adjustment PSUs settled PSUs forfeited PSUs PSUs expected to vest Weighted average grant date fair value 2017 2017 - 2020 418,252 — (40,087) (378,165) — — — $ 24.89 2018 2018 - 2021 355,766 — — — (2,949) 352,817 299,418 $ 39.24 2019 2019 - 2022 229,727 — — — (1,895) 227,832 215,933 $ 11.48 Total 2020 1,003,745 — (40,087) (378,165) (4,844) 580,649 515,351 In the following table summarizes the activity of our RSUs within the three months ended March 31, 2020: Period granted Vesting period RSUs outstanding January 1, RSUs granted Performance based adjustment RSUs settled RSUs forfeited RSUs RSUs expected to vest Weighted average grant date fair value Sign-on RSUs: 2018 2018 - 2021 23,878 — — — — 23,878 23,878 $ 25.81 2019 2019 - 2022 45,257 — — — — 45,257 45,257 $ 15.89 2019 Plan: 2019 2019 - 2022 128,447 — — — (1,895) 126,552 126,552 $ 14.74 Total 2020 197,582 — — — (1,895) 195,687 195,687 Certain members of our Board of Directors receive compensation in form of restricted shares (“RSs”) in accordance with the 2014 Non-employee Director Plan. Under this plan 24,080 RSs are currently outstanding. The RSs vested on April 30, 2020, the first anniversary of the grant date. At March 31, 2020, we had unrecognized compensation cost of $5.6 million, based on the target amounts, related to unvested PSUs, RSUs and RSs, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.3 years. The closing price of the Company's shares and therefore the intrinsic value of one PSU or RSU outstanding was $7.46 as of March 31, 2020, $18.99 as of March 31, 2019 and $27.10 as of March 31, 2018. Total intrinsic value of PSUs and RSUs amounted to $5.8 million as of March 31, 2020, $31.0 million as of March 31, 2019. The following table lists the inputs to the valuation model used for calculating the grant date fair values under the 2019, 2018 and 2017 Plans: 2017 Plan 2018 Plan 2019 Plan PSU Expected term (in years) 3 3 3 Dividend yield (%) 1.88% 1.94% 4.65% Expected volatility OEC (%) 33.77% 30.22% 33.30% Expected volatility peer group (%) 17.30% 20.09% 17.62% Correlation 0.4574 0.3659 0.5205 Risk-free interest rate (%) 1.45% 1.46% 1.83% Model used Monte Carlo Monte Carlo Monte Carlo Weighted average fair value of PSUs granted $24.89 $39.24 $11.48 In March 2020, 378,165 PSUs (including a performance adjustment reduction of 40,087 PSUs) were settled for the 2017 Plan. In April 2019, 977,106 PSUs (including performance adjustment of 299,499 PSUs) were settled for the 2016 Plan. The expected term of share awards represents the weighted average period the share awards are expected to remain outstanding. The remaining contractual terms of share units outstanding is March 2021 for the 2018 Plan and December 2021 for the 2019 Plan. The Company used a combination of historical and implied volatility of its traded shares, or blended volatility, in deriving the expected volatility assumption. The risk-free interest rate assumption is based upon observed interest rates appropriate for the term of stock options. The dividend yield assumption is based on the Company's history. Stock-based compensation expense is comprised of the following line items: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Cost of sales $ 29 $ 12 Selling expenses (172) 737 General and administrative expenses (910) 2,598 Research and development costs (87) 206 Stock-based compensation expense $ (1,139) $ 3,553

Restructuring Expenses

Restructuring Expenses	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring Expenses	Restructuring Expenses Details of restructuring activities and the related reserves for March 31, 2020 were as follows: Personnel Demolition and Ground Other Total (In thousands) Provision at January 1, 2020 $ 3,400 $ 561 $ 488 $ 317 $ 4,765 Charges — — — — — Cost charged against liabilities (assets) — — — — — Cash paid (514) (402) (252) (263) (1,432) Foreign currency translation adjustment (81) (11) (14) (6) (113) Provision at March 31, 2020 $ 2,805 $ 147 $ 221 $ 48 $ 3,221 Orion's reserves for restructuring are reflected in accrued liabilities on the Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Accumulated Other Comprehensive

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Equity [Abstract]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Comprehensive income (loss) combines net income (loss) and other comprehensive income items, which are reported as components of stockholders’ equity in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Changes in each component of AOCI, net of tax, are as follows for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019. Currency Translation Adjustments Hedging Activities Adjustments Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Liability Adjustment Total (In thousands) Balance at January 1, 2020 $ (12,281) $ (10,891) $ (11,189) $ (34,362) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (22,735) (1,241) — (23,976) Income tax effects before reclassifications (1,336) 426 — (910) Amounts reclassified from AOCI — — 2,398 2,398 Income tax effects on reclassifications — — (776) (776) Currency translation AOCI — 195 225 420 Balance at March 31, 2020 $ (36,353) $ (11,511) $ (9,342) $ (57,206) Currency Translation Adjustments Hedging Activities Adjustments Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Liability Adjustment Total (In thousands) Balance at January 1, 2019 $ (10,650) $ (6,147) $ (2,831) $ (19,628) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 1,532 (3,767) — (2,235) Income tax effects before reclassifications (69) 1,462 — 1,393 Amounts reclassified from AOCI — — — — Income tax effects on reclassifications — — — — Currency translation AOCI — 80 53 133 Balance at March 31, 2019 $ (9,187) $ (8,372) $ (2,778) $ (20,337) The amounts reclassified out of AOCI and into the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019 are as follows: Affected Line Item in the Consolidated Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Amortization of actuarial losses Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI $ 2,398 $ — Total before tax 2,398 — Tax impact (776) — Total after tax $ 1,623 $ — The amounts recorded in prior years in AOCI exceeding 10% of the defined benefit obligation are recorded ratably as reclassification of actuarial losses over the current year through profit and loss separately from income from operations and amounted to $2.4 million in the three months ended March 31, 2020.

Earnings Per Share

Earnings Per Share	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share	Earnings Per Share Basic EPS is calculated by dividing the profit for the year attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year. Diluted EPS is calculated by dividing the profit for the year (numerator) attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year plus the weighted average number of ordinary shares arising from exercising all dilutive ordinary shares (denominator). The following table reflects the income and share data used in the basic and diluted EPS computations: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 Net income for the period - attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent (in thousands) $ 18,032 $ 18,954 Weighted average number of ordinary shares (in thousands of shares) 60,276 59,518 Basic EPS $ 0.30 $ 0.32 Dilutive effect of share based payments (in thousands of shares) 1,115 1,595 Weighted average number of diluted ordinary shares (in thousands of shares) 61,391 61,113 Diluted EPS $ 0.29 $ 0.31 In 2019 and 2020, new shares were generated and transferred for settlement of stock based compensation, which was also included in the weighted number of shares. The dilutive effect of the share-based payment transaction is the weighted number of shares considering the grant date, forfeitures and executions during the respective fiscal years. The effect is determined by using the treasury stock method.

Income Taxes

Income Taxes	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes	Income Taxes The Company records its tax provision or benefit on an interim basis using an estimated annual effective tax rate. This rate is applied to the current period ordinary income to determine the income tax provision or benefit allocated to the interim period. Losses from jurisdictions for which no benefit can be recognized, and the income tax effects of unusual and infrequent items are excluded from the estimated annual effective tax rate and are recognized in the impacted interim period as discrete items. Valuation allowances are provided against the future tax benefits that arise from the losses in jurisdictions for which no benefit can be recognized. The estimated annual effective tax rate may be significantly impacted by nondeductible expenses and the Company’s projected earnings mix by tax jurisdiction. Adjustments to the estimated annual effective income tax rate are recognized in the period when such estimates are revised. The development of deferred tax assets and liabilities relates to changes in temporary differences and tax loss carry forwards. Income tax receivables decreased from $17.9 million at December 31, 2019 to $7.8 million at March 31, 2020 due to tax refunds received from tax authorities. Income taxes payable increased from $14.2 million at December 31, 2019 to $14.9 million at March 31, 2020 mainly due to the current tax expense for the period ended March 31, 2020, less payments to the tax authorities. Income tax expense for the three months ended March 31, 2020 amounted to $7.6 million compared to $9.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2019, reflecting profit in these periods. For the three months ended March 31, 2020, the impact of discrete tax items included a net discrete tax gain of $0.7 million and is primarily due to the refund of prior year taxes in connection with the land sale in South Korea during 2018, offset by the unfavorable deferred tax expense of $0.8 million due to the revaluation of the realizability of deferred tax assets. Therefore, the effective tax rate of 29.75% for the three months ended March 31, 2020 deviated from the estimated annual tax rate of 29.19% for 2020. For the three months ended March 31, 2019, the impact of discrete tax items included a net discrete tax expense of $0.9 million and is primarily due to various provision adjustments related to tax return filings. Therefore the effective tax rate of 33.40%for the three months ended March 31, 2019 deviated from the estimated annual tax rate of 30.1% for 2019.

Commitments and Contingencies

Commitments and Contingencies	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments and Contingencies	Commitments and Contingencies Other Long-Term Commitments To safeguard the supply of raw materials, contractual purchase commitments under long-term supply agreements for raw materials, primarily oil and gas, are in place with the following maturities: Maturity March 31, 2020 (In thousands) 2021 $ 71,630 2022 to 2025 61,659 2026 and thereafter — Total $ 133,290 Environmental Matters EPA Action During 2008 and 2009, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”) contacted all U.S. carbon black producers as part of an industry-wide EPA initiative, requesting extensive and comprehensive information under Section 114 of the U.S. Clean Air Act. The EPA used that information to determine, for each facility, that either: (i) the facility has been in compliance with the Clean Air Act; (ii) violations have occurred and enforcement litigation may be undertaken; or (iii) violations have occurred and a settlement of an enforcement case is appropriate. In response to information requests received by the Company’s U.S. facilities, the Company furnished information to the EPA on each of its U.S. facilities. EPA subsequently sent notices under Section 113(a) of the Clean Air Act in 2010 alleging violations of Prevention of Significant Deterioration (“PSD”) and Title V permitting requirements under the Clean Air Act at the Company’s Belpre (Ohio) facility. In October 2012, the Company received a corresponding notice and finding of violation (a “NOV”) alleging the failure to obtain PSD and Title V permits reflecting Best Available Control Technology (“BACT”) at several units of the Company’s Ivanhoe (Louisiana) facility, and in January 2013 the Company also received a NOV issued by the EPA for its facility in Borger (Texas) alleging the failure to obtain PSD and Title V permits reflecting BACT during the years 1996 to 2008. A comparable NOV for the Company’s U.S. facility in Orange (Texas) was issued by the EPA in February 2013; and EPA issued an additional NOV in March 2016 alleging more recent non-PSD air emissions violations primarily at the dryers and the incinerator of the Orange facility. In 2013, Orion began discussions with the EPA and the U.S. Department of Justice about a potential settlement to resolve the NOVs received, which ultimately led to a consent decree executed between Orion Engineered Carbons LLC (for purpose of this note M. “Orion”) and the United States (on behalf of the EPA), as well as the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. The consent decree (the “EPA CD”) became effective on June 7, 2018. The consent decree resolves and settles the EPA’s claims of noncompliance set forth in the NOVs and in a respective complaint filed in court against Orion by the United States immediately prior to the filing of the consent decree. All five U.S. carbon black producers have settled with the U.S. government. Under Orion’s EPA CD, Orion will install certain pollution control technology in order to further reduce emissions at its four U.S. manufacturing facilities in Ivanhoe (Louisiana), Belpre (Ohio), Borger (Texas), and Orange (Texas) over approximately five years. The EPA CD also requires the continuous monitoring of emissions reductions that Orion will need to comply with over a number of years. Orion has commenced the installation works for its Ivanhoe and Orange facilities. However, construction at these facilities has been subject to COVID-19-related delays, and as a result we have declared force majeure towards EPA and requested an extension of the timelines for completion of installations. Under the EPA CD, Orion can choose either its Belpre or Borger facilities as the next site for installation of pollution control equipment with comparable effectiveness. We expect the capital expenditures for installation of pollution control equipment in the remaining Orion facilities to decrease due to economies of scale and synergies from prior installations. We also expect that the third and fourth plants will require significantly less costly pollution control equipment given the requirements of the EPA CD. We estimate the installations of monitoring and pollution control equipment at all four Orion plants in the U.S. will require capital expenditures in an approximate range between $230 million to $270 million of which approximately $85 million has been spent to date. To narrow this range, the Company pursues further scope design and estimation efforts. However, the actual total capital expenditures we might need to incur in order to fulfill the requirements of the EPA CD remain uncertain. The EPA CD allows some flexibility for Orion to choose among different technology solutions for reducing emissions and the locations where these solutions are implemented. The solutions Orion ultimately chooses to implement at its facilities other than Ivanhoe (Louisiana), may differ in scope and operation from those it currently anticipates (including those discussed in the next paragraph) and, for any and all of its four facilities, factors, such as timing, locations, target levels, changing cost estimates and local regulations, could cause actual capital expenditures to exceed or be lower than current expectations or affect Orion’s ability to meet the agreed target emission levels or target dates for installing required equipment as anticipated or at all. Orion also agreed to and paid a civil penalty of $0.8 million and agreed to perform environmental mitigation projects totaling $0.6 million. Noncompliance with applicable emissions limits could lead to further penalty payments to the EPA. As part of Orion’s compliance plan under the EPA CD, in April 2018 Orion signed a contract with Haldor Topsoe group to install its SNOX TM emissions control technology to remove SO2, NOx and dust particles from tail gases at Orion’s Ivanhoe, Louisiana Carbon Black production plant. The SNOX TM technology has not been used previously in the carbon black industry. Orion’s Share Purchase Agreement with Evonik in connection with the Acquisition provides for a partial indemnity from Evonik against various exposures, including, but not limited to, capital investments, fines and costs arising in connection with Clean Air Act violations that occurred prior to July 29, 2011. Except for certain less relevant allegations contained in the second NOV received for the Company’s facility in Orange (Texas) in March 2016, all of the other allegations made by the EPA with regard to all four of the Company’s U.S. facilities - as discussed above - relate to alleged violations before July 29, 2011. The indemnity provides for a recovery from Evonik of a share of the costs (including fines), expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees, but excluding costs for maintenance and control in the ordinary course of business and any internal cost of monitoring the remedy), liabilities, damages and losses suffered and is subject to various contractual provisions including provisions set forth in the Share Purchase Agreement with Evonik, such as a de minimis clause, a basket, overall caps (which apply to all covered exposures and all covered environmental exposures, in the aggregate), damage mitigation and cooperation requirements, as well as a statute of limitations provision. Due to the cost-sharing and cap provisions in Evonik’s indemnity, the Company expects that substantial costs it has already incurred and will incur in this EPA enforcement initiative and the EPA CD likely will exceed the scope of the indemnity in the tens of millions of US dollars. In addition, Evonik signaled that it is not honoring Orion’s claims under the indemnity. In June 2019, Orion initiated arbitration proceedings to enforce its rights against Evonik. Evonik in turn has submitted certain counterclaims related to a tax indemnity and cost reimbursement against Orion, which counterclaims we do not believe to be material. Although Orion believes that it is entitled to the indemnity and that its rights thereunder are enforceable, there is no assurance that the Company will be able to recover costs or expenditures incurred under the indemnity as it expects or at all. Pledges and guarantees The Company has pledged the majority of its assets (amongst others shares in affiliates, bank accounts and receivables) within the different regions excluding China serving as collateral under the credit agreement dated July 25, 2014 as amended from time to time. As of March 31, 2020 the principal amounts of the outstanding term loans under the Credit Agreement were $280.4 million (U.S. Dollar Term Loan), and €351.7 million (Euro Term Loan) while the amount drawn under the revolving credit facility was $43.8 million. As at March 31, 2020 Orion Engineered Carbons GmbH had five guarantees issued by Euler Hermes S.A. with a total volume of $9.4 million (as at December 31, 2019 three guarantees by Euler Hermes S.A. of $9.2 million); one guarantee insurance issued by Deutsche Bank AG with a volume of $2.2 million (one guarantee issued by Deutsche Bank AG with a volume of $2.2 million as at December 31, 2019). None of these guarantees reduce the possible utilization limit of the current RCF.

Financial Information by Segmen

Financial Information by Segment	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Financial Information by Segment	Financial Information by Segment Segment information The Company’s business is organized by its two carbon black product types. For corporate management purposes and all periods presented the Company had Rubber Carbon Black and Specialty Carbon Black as reportable operating segments. Rubber carbon black is used in the reinforcement of rubber in tires and mechanical rubber goods, Specialties are used as pigments and performance additives in coatings, polymers, printing and special applications. The following table shows the percent of revenue recognized in each of the Company’s reportable segment: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 Rubber 64 % 66 % Specialty 36 % 34 % The senior management team, which is composed of the CEO, CFO and certain other senior management members is the chief operating decision maker (“CODM”). The senior management team monitors the operating segments’ results separately in order to facilitate decisions regarding the allocation of resources and determine the segments’ performance. Orion uses Adjusted EBITDA as the segments' performance measure. The CODM does not review reportable segment asset or liability information for purposes of assessing performance or allocating resources. Adjustment items are not allocated to the individual segments as they are managed on a group basis. Segment reconciliation for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019: Rubber Specialties Corporate Total segments (In thousands) 2020 Net sales from external customers $ 216,228 $ 119,779 $ — $ 336,007 Adjusted EBITDA $ 35,768 $ 28,076 $ — $ 63,844 Corporate charges — — (2,323) (2,323) Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (15,293) (8,552) — (23,845) Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax (133) — — (133) Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs 20,342 19,524 (2,323) 37,543 Interest and other financial expense, net — — (9,610) (9,610) Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI — — (2,398) (2,398) Income tax expense — — (7,635) (7,635) Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax 133 — — 133 Net income $ 18,032 2019 Net sales from external customers $ 253,128 $ 131,586 $ — $ 384,714 Adjusted EBITDA $ 35,165 $ 29,402 $ — $ 64,567 Corporate charges — — (5,636) (5,636) Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (13,765) (10,330) — (24,095) Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax (137) — — (137) Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs 21,263 19,072 (5,636) 34,699 Interest and other financial expense, net — — (6,443) (6,443) Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI — — — — Income tax expense — — (9,439) (9,439) Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax 137 — — 137 Net income $ 18,954 The sales information noted above relates to external customers only. ‘Corporate and other’ includes income and expense that cannot be directly allocated to the business segments or are managed on corporate level and includes finance income and expenses, taxes and items with less bearing on the underlying core business. Income from operations before income taxes and finance costs of the segment 'Corporate and other' comprises the following: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Restructuring expenses/(income) $ — $ 89 Consulting fees related to Company strategy — 916 Long Term Incentive Plan (1,139) 3,553 EPA-related expense 2,589 718 Other non-operating 873 360 Expense from operations before income taxes and finance costs $ 2,323 $ 5,636

Related Parties

Related Parties	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Related Parties	Related Parties As of March 31, 2020 related parties include one associate of Orion that is accounted for using the equity method, namely "Deutsche Gasrusswerke" (DGW) and one principal owner of more than 10%. Related parties include key management personnel having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and monitoring the activities of the Company directly or indirectly and their close family members. In the normal course of business Orion from time to time receives services from, or sells products to, related unconsolidated parties, in transactions that are either not material or approved in accordance with our Related Party Transaction Approval Policy. March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Trade receivables from DGW KG $ 773 $ 522 Trade payables to DGW KG $ 13,895 $ 17,871 Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Purchased carbon black products from DGW KG $ 21,322 $ 22,765 Sales and services provided to DGW KG $ 634 $ 663

Organization, Description of _2

Organization, Description of the Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Revenue and Income Recognition	Revenue and Income Recognition The Company recognizes revenue when or as it satisfies a performance obligation by transferring a good or a service to a customer. Revenue is only recognized when control is transferred to the customer. The amount of consideration we receive and revenue we recognize is based upon the terms stated in the sales contract, which may contain variable consideration such as discounts or rebates. We also give our customers a limited right to return product that has been damaged or does not satisfy their specifications, or for other specific reasons. Payment terms on product sales to our customers typically range from 30 to 90 days. Although certain exceptions exist where standard payment terms are exceeded, these instances are infrequent and do not exceed one year. Revenue is recognized according to the five-step model prescribed in ASC 606. Under the first step, the entity has to identify the contract entered with a customer granting the right to receive goods or service in exchange for consideration. The second step requires the identification of distinct performance obligations within a contract. The transaction price of the arrangement is defined in Step 3 of ASC 606. In addition to the contractual fixed price the entity has to take variable considerations into account. If the entity identified more than one separate performance obligation under step 2, it has to account for this contract as a multiple element arrangement resulting in an allocation of revenues to the obligations identified. If these conditions are satisfied, revenue from the sale of goods is recognized when control have been transferred to the buyer, either at a point in time, or over time. The Company derives a substantial majority of revenues from selling carbon black to industrial customers for further processing. Revenue recognition and measurement is governed by the following principles. The amount of revenue and the transaction price is contractually specified between the parties and measured at the amount expected be received less value-added tax and any trade discounts and volume rebates granted. Discounts and volume rebates are accounted for as estimates of variable consideration and deducted from revenue. With respect to the sale of goods, sales are recognized at the point in time control over the good transfers to the customer. The timing of the transfer of control varies depending on the individual terms of the sales agreement.
Adoption of accounting standards / Recent Accounting Pronouncements Not Yet Adopted	Adoption of accounting standards In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-03, Codification Improvements to Financial Instruments (ASU 2020-03). The amendments in this update affect a wide variety of topics in the codification and represent changes to clarify or improve the codification. The amendments make the codification easier to understand and easier to apply by eliminating inconsistencies and providing clarifications. Issues 1, 2, 4 and 5 within the standard are conforming amendments and are effective upon issuance of ASU 2020-03. Issue 3 is also a conforming amendment and is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019. Issues 6 and 7 relate to ASU No. 2016-13 and are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 since Orion previously adopted ASU No. 2016-13 on January 1 2019. The Company adopted ASU 2020-03 as of January 1, 2020. The adoption of this guidance did not have any impact on the Company’s financial statements. In February 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-02, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326) and Leases (Topic 842)- Amendments to SEC Paragraphs Pursuant to SEC Staff Accounting Bulletin No. 119 and Update to SEC Section on Effective Date Related to Accounting Standards Update No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842) (SEC Update) (ASU 2020-02). The new standard as it relates to Topic 326 is effective upon a registrant’s adoption of FASB ASC Topic 326 (adopted by Orion on January 1, 2019). The new standard is as it relates to Topic 842 is not applicable. The adoption of ASU 2020-02 did not have any impact on the Company’s financial statements. In November 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-11, Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (ASU 2019-11). The amendments in this update represents changes to clarify, correct errors in, or improve the codification, and make the codification easier to understand and easier to apply by eliminating inconsistencies and providing clarifications. For entities that have adopted ASU 2016-13, the amendments in ASU 2019-11 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted in any interim period after the issuance of ASU 2019-11 as long as the entity has adopted the amendments in ASU No. 2016-13. The Company adopted ASU 2019-11 as of January 1, 2020. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. In May 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-05, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326) (ASU 2019-05). The amendments in this ASU provide entities that have certain instruments within the scope of Subtopic 326-20, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses - Measured at Amortized Cost, with an option to irrevocably elect the fair value option in Subtopic 825-10, Financial Instruments - Overall, applied on an instrument-by-instrument basis for eligible instruments, upon adoption of Topic 326. For entities that have adopted the amendments in ASU No. 2016-13, the amendments in ASU 2019-05 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted in any interim period after the issuance of ASU 2019-05 as long as the entity has adopted the amendments in ASU No. 2016-13. The Company adopted ASU 2019-05 as of January 1, 2020. The adoption of this guidance did not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. In April 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-04, Codification Improvements to Topic 326, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses, Topic 815, Derivatives and Hedging, and Topic 825, Financial Instruments (ASU 2019-04). The updates contained in this ASU provide clarification and correction to ASU 2016-01, Financial Instruments - Overall (Subtopic 825-10): Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial Liabilities, ASU 2016-13, Financial Instruments - Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments, and ASU 2017-12, Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Targeted Improvements to Accounting for Hedging Activities, and is intended to improve the Codification or correct its unintended application. The amendments in ASU 2019-04 related to ASU No. 2016-01 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those fiscal years. Early adoption is permitted in any interim period following the issuance of ASU 2019-04 as long as the entity has adopted all of the In August 2018, the FASB issued ASU No 2018-14, Compensation - Retirement Benefits - Defined Benefit Plans - General (Subtopic 715-20): Disclosure Framework - Changes to the Disclosure Requirements for Defined Benefit Plans In March 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-04, Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848): Facilitation of the Effects of Reference Rate Reform on Financial Reporting (ASU 2020-04). The amendments in this update provide optional guidance for a limited period of time to ease the potential burden in accounting for (or recognizing the effects of) reference rate reform on financial reporting. The amendments in this update are effective for all entities as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact the adoption of this standard will have on its financial statements. In January 2020, the FASB issued ASU No. 2020-01, Investments - Equity Securities (Topic 321), Investments - Equity Method and Joint Ventures (Topic 323), and Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815) . The amendments in this update clarify the interaction of the accounting for equity securities under Topic 321 and investments accounted for under the equity method of accounting in Topic 323 and the accounting for certain forward contracts and purchased options accounted for under Topic 815. The amendments in this update are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2020, and interim periods within those fiscal years. The Company is currently evaluating the potential impact the adoption of this standard will have on its financial statements. In December 2019, the FASB issued ASU No. 2019-12, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Simplifying the Accounting for Income Taxes (ASU 2019-12)
Principles of consolidation	Principles of consolidation The consolidated financial statements include all subsidiaries indirectly or directly controlled by Orion. Entities are consolidated from the date Orion obtains control, which generally is the acquisition date, and are deconsolidated when control is lost. Control is achieved when Orion is exposed, or has the right, to variable returns from its involvement with the investee and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the investee. Orion re-assesses whether or not it controls an investee if facts and circumstances indicate that there are changes to one or more of these three elements of control. Orion consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with uniform accounting policies. Income and expenses, intercompany profits and losses, and receivables and liabilities between consolidated subsidiaries are eliminated.
Use of estimates	Use of estimates The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity U.S. GAAP requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Foreign currency translation	Foreign currency translation Foreign currency transactions are measured at the exchange rate at the date of initial recognition. Any gains or losses resulting from the valuation of foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities using the currency exchange rates as at the reporting date are recognized in other expenses, net. Currency exchange differences relating to financing activities are recognized in interest and other financial income and interest and other financial expense. The assets and liabilities of foreign operations with functional currencies different from the presentation currency U.S. dollars are translated using closing rates as at the reporting date. Income and expense items are translated at average monthly exchange rates for the respective period. The translation of equity is performed using historical exchange rates. The overall foreign currency impact from translating the statement of financial position and income statement of all the foreign entities is recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) ("AOCI").

Leases (Tables)

Leases (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Leases [Abstract]
Schedule of Minimum Lease Payments	The undiscounted minimum lease payments are due in and reconcile to the discounted lease liabilities as follows: March 31, 2020 (In thousands) Next 12 months $ 8,593 1 to 2 years 7,291 2 to 3 years 6,391 3 to 4 years 5,578 4 to 5 years 4,301 More than 5 years 4,644 Total undiscounted minimum lease payments 36,799 Discount (5,501) Lease liability (current and non-current) $ 31,298

Inventories (Tables)

Inventories (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Inventory, Net	Inventories, net of obsolete, unmarketable and slow moving reserves are as follows: March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Raw materials, consumables and supplies, net $ 76,637 $ 69,168 Work in process 35 148 Finished goods, net 91,808 95,483 Total $ 168,481 $ 164,799

Debt and Other Obligations (Tab

Debt and Other Obligations (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt Arrangements	The company had the following debt arrangements in place as of March 31, 2020 and December 31, 2019: March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Current Term loan $ 7,952 $ 8,057 Deferred debt issuance costs - term loan (1) (1,366) (1,409) Other short-term debt and obligations 138,267 29,762 Current portion of long term debt and other financial liabilities 144,854 36,410 Non-current Term loan 624,164 634,994 Deferred debt issuance costs - term loan (1) (4,285) (4,733) Long-term debt, net 619,879 630,261 Total $ 764,733 $ 666,671 (1) According to ASU 2015-03, adopted on January 1, 2016, the Company presents debt issuance costs related to a recognized liability as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that liability.

Financial Instruments and Fai_2

Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurement (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Schedule of Fair Value Measurements	The following table shows the fair value measurement at March 31, 2020 and December 31, 2019. All measurements are based on observable inputs such as interest rates and are classified as Level 2 within the fair value hierarchy: Fair Value Hierarchy March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Receivables from hedges/ derivatives $ 16,370 $ 8,436 Prepaid expenses and other current assets Level 2 16,364 8,434 Other financial assets (non-current) Level 2 6 1 Liabilities from derivatives $ 8,723 $ 9,425 Other current liabilities Level 2 49 109 Other liabilities (non-current) Level 2 8,675 9,316 Term loan Level 2 $ 632,116 $ 643,051 Local bank loans Level 2 $ 138,267 $ 29,762

Employee Benefit Plans (Tables)

Employee Benefit Plans (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs	Net periodic defined benefit pension benefit costs include the following: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Service cost $ 303 $ 311 Interest cost 295 432 Amortization of actuarial loss 2,398 — Net periodic pension cost $ 2,996 $ 743

Stock-Based Compensation (Table

Stock-Based Compensation (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Share-based Payment Arrangement [Abstract]
Stock-based Compensation Expense	The following table provides detail as to expenses recorded within operating income with respect to stock based compensation: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) 2016 Plan $ — $ 1,083 2017 Plan — 1,195 2018 Plan (1,242) 1,275 Sign on RSU incentive 134 — 2019 Plan (30) — Total expenses $ (1,139) $ 3,553
Summary of Activity of PSUs	In the following table summarizes the activity of our PSUs within the three months ended March 31, 2020: Period granted Performance period PSUs outstanding at January 1, PSUs granted Performance based adjustment PSUs settled PSUs forfeited PSUs PSUs expected to vest Weighted average grant date fair value 2017 2017 - 2020 418,252 — (40,087) (378,165) — — — $ 24.89 2018 2018 - 2021 355,766 — — — (2,949) 352,817 299,418 $ 39.24 2019 2019 - 2022 229,727 — — — (1,895) 227,832 215,933 $ 11.48 Total 2020 1,003,745 — (40,087) (378,165) (4,844) 580,649 515,351
Summary of Activity of RSUs	In the following table summarizes the activity of our RSUs within the three months ended March 31, 2020: Period granted Vesting period RSUs outstanding January 1, RSUs granted Performance based adjustment RSUs settled RSUs forfeited RSUs RSUs expected to vest Weighted average grant date fair value Sign-on RSUs: 2018 2018 - 2021 23,878 — — — — 23,878 23,878 $ 25.81 2019 2019 - 2022 45,257 — — — — 45,257 45,257 $ 15.89 2019 Plan: 2019 2019 - 2022 128,447 — — — (1,895) 126,552 126,552 $ 14.74 Total 2020 197,582 — — — (1,895) 195,687 195,687
Model for Calculating Fair Value	The following table lists the inputs to the valuation model used for calculating the grant date fair values under the 2019, 2018 and 2017 Plans: 2017 Plan 2018 Plan 2019 Plan PSU Expected term (in years) 3 3 3 Dividend yield (%) 1.88% 1.94% 4.65% Expected volatility OEC (%) 33.77% 30.22% 33.30% Expected volatility peer group (%) 17.30% 20.09% 17.62% Correlation 0.4574 0.3659 0.5205 Risk-free interest rate (%) 1.45% 1.46% 1.83% Model used Monte Carlo Monte Carlo Monte Carlo Weighted average fair value of PSUs granted $24.89 $39.24 $11.48
Components of Stock-based Compensation Expense	Stock-based compensation expense is comprised of the following line items: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Cost of sales $ 29 $ 12 Selling expenses (172) 737 General and administrative expenses (910) 2,598 Research and development costs (87) 206 Stock-based compensation expense $ (1,139) $ 3,553

Restructuring Expenses (Tables)

Restructuring Expenses (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Schedule of Restructuring Activities and Related Reserves	Details of restructuring activities and the related reserves for March 31, 2020 were as follows: Personnel Demolition and Ground Other Total (In thousands) Provision at January 1, 2020 $ 3,400 $ 561 $ 488 $ 317 $ 4,765 Charges — — — — — Cost charged against liabilities (assets) — — — — — Cash paid (514) (402) (252) (263) (1,432) Foreign currency translation adjustment (81) (11) (14) (6) (113) Provision at March 31, 2020 $ 2,805 $ 147 $ 221 $ 48 $ 3,221

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_2

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Equity [Abstract]
Schedule of Changes in AOCI, Net of Tax	Comprehensive income (loss) combines net income (loss) and other comprehensive income items, which are reported as components of stockholders’ equity in the accompanying Consolidated Balance Sheets. Changes in each component of AOCI, net of tax, are as follows for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019. Currency Translation Adjustments Hedging Activities Adjustments Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Liability Adjustment Total (In thousands) Balance at January 1, 2020 $ (12,281) $ (10,891) $ (11,189) $ (34,362) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications (22,735) (1,241) — (23,976) Income tax effects before reclassifications (1,336) 426 — (910) Amounts reclassified from AOCI — — 2,398 2,398 Income tax effects on reclassifications — — (776) (776) Currency translation AOCI — 195 225 420 Balance at March 31, 2020 $ (36,353) $ (11,511) $ (9,342) $ (57,206) Currency Translation Adjustments Hedging Activities Adjustments Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Liability Adjustment Total (In thousands) Balance at January 1, 2019 $ (10,650) $ (6,147) $ (2,831) $ (19,628) Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications 1,532 (3,767) — (2,235) Income tax effects before reclassifications (69) 1,462 — 1,393 Amounts reclassified from AOCI — — — — Income tax effects on reclassifications — — — — Currency translation AOCI — 80 53 133 Balance at March 31, 2019 $ (9,187) $ (8,372) $ (2,778) $ (20,337)
Schedule of Amounts Reclassified out of AOCI	The amounts reclassified out of AOCI and into the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019 are as follows: Affected Line Item in the Consolidated Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Amortization of actuarial losses Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI $ 2,398 $ — Total before tax 2,398 — Tax impact (776) — Total after tax $ 1,623 $ —

Earnings Per Share (Tables)

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Schedule of Basic and Diluted EPS	The following table reflects the income and share data used in the basic and diluted EPS computations: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 Net income for the period - attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent (in thousands) $ 18,032 $ 18,954 Weighted average number of ordinary shares (in thousands of shares) 60,276 59,518 Basic EPS $ 0.30 $ 0.32 Dilutive effect of share based payments (in thousands of shares) 1,115 1,595 Weighted average number of diluted ordinary shares (in thousands of shares) 61,391 61,113 Diluted EPS $ 0.29 $ 0.31

Commitments and Contingencies (

Commitments and Contingencies (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Contractual Purchase Commitments	To safeguard the supply of raw materials, contractual purchase commitments under long-term supply agreements for raw materials, primarily oil and gas, are in place with the following maturities: Maturity March 31, 2020 (In thousands) 2021 $ 71,630 2022 to 2025 61,659 2026 and thereafter — Total $ 133,290

Financial Information by Segm_2

Financial Information by Segment (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of the Relative Size of Revenue Recognized in each Reportable Segment	The following table shows the percent of revenue recognized in each of the Company’s reportable segment: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 Rubber 64 % 66 % Specialty 36 % 34 %
Schedule of Segment Reconciliation	Segment reconciliation for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019: Rubber Specialties Corporate Total segments (In thousands) 2020 Net sales from external customers $ 216,228 $ 119,779 $ — $ 336,007 Adjusted EBITDA $ 35,768 $ 28,076 $ — $ 63,844 Corporate charges — — (2,323) (2,323) Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (15,293) (8,552) — (23,845) Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax (133) — — (133) Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs 20,342 19,524 (2,323) 37,543 Interest and other financial expense, net — — (9,610) (9,610) Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI — — (2,398) (2,398) Income tax expense — — (7,635) (7,635) Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax 133 — — 133 Net income $ 18,032 2019 Net sales from external customers $ 253,128 $ 131,586 $ — $ 384,714 Adjusted EBITDA $ 35,165 $ 29,402 $ — $ 64,567 Corporate charges — — (5,636) (5,636) Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (13,765) (10,330) — (24,095) Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax (137) — — (137) Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs 21,263 19,072 (5,636) 34,699 Interest and other financial expense, net — — (6,443) (6,443) Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI — — — — Income tax expense — — (9,439) (9,439) Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax 137 — — 137 Net income $ 18,954 Income from operations before income taxes and finance costs of the segment 'Corporate and other' comprises the following: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Restructuring expenses/(income) $ — $ 89 Consulting fees related to Company strategy — 916 Long Term Incentive Plan (1,139) 3,553 EPA-related expense 2,589 718 Other non-operating 873 360 Expense from operations before income taxes and finance costs $ 2,323 $ 5,636
Schedule of Income from Operations, Corporate and Other Segment	Segment reconciliation for the three months ended March 31, 2020 and 2019: Rubber Specialties Corporate Total segments (In thousands) 2020 Net sales from external customers $ 216,228 $ 119,779 $ — $ 336,007 Adjusted EBITDA $ 35,768 $ 28,076 $ — $ 63,844 Corporate charges — — (2,323) (2,323) Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (15,293) (8,552) — (23,845) Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax (133) — — (133) Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs 20,342 19,524 (2,323) 37,543 Interest and other financial expense, net — — (9,610) (9,610) Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI — — (2,398) (2,398) Income tax expense — — (7,635) (7,635) Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax 133 — — 133 Net income $ 18,032 2019 Net sales from external customers $ 253,128 $ 131,586 $ — $ 384,714 Adjusted EBITDA $ 35,165 $ 29,402 $ — $ 64,567 Corporate charges — — (5,636) (5,636) Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (13,765) (10,330) — (24,095) Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax (137) — — (137) Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs 21,263 19,072 (5,636) 34,699 Interest and other financial expense, net — — (6,443) (6,443) Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI — — — — Income tax expense — — (9,439) (9,439) Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax 137 — — 137 Net income $ 18,954 Income from operations before income taxes and finance costs of the segment 'Corporate and other' comprises the following: Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Restructuring expenses/(income) $ — $ 89 Consulting fees related to Company strategy — 916 Long Term Incentive Plan (1,139) 3,553 EPA-related expense 2,589 718 Other non-operating 873 360 Expense from operations before income taxes and finance costs $ 2,323 $ 5,636

Related Parties (Tables)

Related Parties (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]
Schedule of Related Party Transactions	March 31, 2020 December 31, 2019 (In thousands) Trade receivables from DGW KG $ 773 $ 522 Trade payables to DGW KG $ 13,895 $ 17,871 Three Months Ended March 31, 2020 2019 (In thousands) Purchased carbon black products from DGW KG $ 21,322 $ 22,765 Sales and services provided to DGW KG $ 634 $ 663

Organization, Description of _3

Organization, Description of the Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Narrative (Details)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020holding_companyservice_companyoperating_entityfacilitysales_company
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Number of wholly owned production facilities in Europe	13
Number of sales companies | sales_company	3
Number of holding companies | holding_company	9
Number of service companies | service_company	6
Number of former operating entities | operating_entity	2
Number of production facilities operated in a joint venture	1

Leases - Narrative (Details)

Leases - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2019
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Operating lease, right-of-use asset	$ 29,718		$ 27,532
Operating lease liability	31,300
Operating lease liability, current	8,600
Operating lease liability, noncurrent	$ 22,700
Weighted average minimum lease term	2 years 8 months 12 days
Weighted average discount rate	6.43%
Total operating lease costs	$ 3,200
Cash paid, lease liabilities, operating leases	2,200	$ 2,700
Cologne, Germany
Lessee, Lease, Description [Line Items]
Undiscounted future lease payments	$ 35,000
Undiscounted future lease payments, term of lease	20 years

Leases - Schedule of Minimum Le

Leases - Schedule of Minimum Lease Payments (Details) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)
Leases [Abstract]
Next 12 months	$ 8,593
1 to 2 years	7,291
2 to 3 years	6,391
3 to 4 years	5,578
4 to 5 years	4,301
More than 5 years	4,644
Total undiscounted minimum lease payments	36,799
Discount	(5,501)
Lease liability (current and non-current)	$ 31,298

Inventories - Schedule of Inven

Inventories - Schedule of Inventory (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Raw materials, consumables and supplies, net	$ 76,637	$ 69,168
Work in process	35	148
Finished goods, net	91,808	95,483
Total	$ 168,481	$ 164,799

Inventories - Narrative (Detail

Inventories - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Reserve for obsolete, unmarketable and slow moving assets	$ 10	$ 6.7
Expense for damaged and lost inventories	3.4	0.1
Reserves to adjust inventories net realizable value	$ 2.9	$ 0

Debt and Other Obligations - Sc

Debt and Other Obligations - Schedule of Debt Arrangements (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Current
Other short-term debt and obligations	$ 138,267	$ 29,762
Current portion of long term debt and other financial liabilities	144,854	36,410
Non-current
Long-term debt, net	619,879	630,261
Total	764,733	666,671
Term Loan Facility | Term Loan
Current
Term loan	7,952	8,057
Deferred debt issuance costs - term loan	(1,366)	(1,409)
Non-current
Term loan	624,164	634,994
Deferred debt issuance costs - term loan	$ (4,285)	$ (4,733)

Debt and Other Obligations - Te

Debt and Other Obligations - Term Loan (Details)

May 11, 2018USD ($)

Jul. 25, 2014EUR (€)

Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)

Mar. 31, 2019USD ($)

Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)

Dec. 31, 2017USD ($)

Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)

Dec. 31, 2017EUR (€)

Dec. 31, 2017USD ($)

Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)

Jan. 01, 2015USD ($)

Jul. 25, 2014USD ($)

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Repayment of debt

$ 2,006,000

$ 2,018,000

Finance costs directly expensed

501,000

535,000

Unrealized loss

57,206,000

$ 34,362,000

Cross Currency Interest Rate Contract | Cash Flow Hedge | Designated as Hedging Instrument

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Notional amount converted into EUR

$ 235,000,000

Currency Swap | Net Investment Hedging | Designated as Hedging Instrument

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Notional amount converted into EUR

$ 180,000,000

Unrealized loss

$ 2,200,000

Term Loan | Term Loan Facility

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Debt face amount

$ 895,000,000

Required repayment per annum (at least) (as a percent)

1.00%

Term loan, maturity date extension

3 years

Repricing finance costs directly expensed

$ 700,000

$ 3,500,000

$ 2,100,000

Finance costs directly expensed

$ 300,000

$ 300,000

Estimated annual interest expense reduction

$ 4,700,000

Debt issuance costs

$ 5,700,000

$ 6,100,000

Term Loan | Term Loan - USD

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Debt face amount

$ 358,000,000

Repayment of debt

$ 58,000,000

Term Loan | Term Loan - USD | LIBOR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Basis spread on variable rate

2.00%

Variable rate basis floor

1.00%

0.00%

Term Loan | Term Loan - USD | Minimum | LIBOR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Basis spread on variable rate

3.75%

Term Loan | Term Loan - USD | Maximum | LIBOR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Basis spread on variable rate

4.00%

Term Loan | Term Loan - EUR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Debt face amount | €

€ 399,000,000

Repayment of debt | €

€ 56,000,000

Term Loan | Term Loan - EUR | EURIBOR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Basis spread on variable rate

2.25%

Variable rate basis floor

1.00%

0.00%

Term Loan | Term Loan - EUR | Minimum | EURIBOR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Basis spread on variable rate

3.75%

Term Loan | Term Loan - EUR | Maximum | EURIBOR

Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]

Basis spread on variable rate

4.00%

Debt and Other Obligations - Re

Debt and Other Obligations - Revolving credit facility (Details) $ in Thousands	Apr. 02, 2019EUR (€)	Apr. 01, 2019EUR (€)	May 05, 2017EUR (€)	May 04, 2017	Jul. 25, 2014EUR (€)	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)	May 05, 2017USD ($)	Jul. 25, 2014USD ($)
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Amortization of debt issuance costs						$ 501	$ 535
Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Maximum borrowing capacity | €	€ 250,000,000	€ 75,000,000	€ 175,000,000		€ 115,000,000
Transaction costs						3,200		$ 3,400	$ 2,300	$ 3,300
Commitment fee percentage			35.00%	40.00%
Line of credit, maturity date	3 years
Leverage ratio		2.30
Amortization of debt issuance costs						$ 200	$ 200
Revolving Credit Facility | Eurodollar
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate	0.019%	2.50%				2.15%
Commitment fee percentage	35.00%
Revolving Credit Facility | Minimum
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Leverage ratio	1.75					2.25
Revolving Credit Facility | Minimum | EURIBOR and LIBOR
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate					2.50%
Revolving Credit Facility | Maximum
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Leverage ratio	2.25					2.75
Revolving Credit Facility | Maximum | EURIBOR and LIBOR
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Basis spread on variable rate					3.00%

Debt and Other Obligations - Lo

Debt and Other Obligations - Local bank loans and other short term borrowings (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Amount outstanding	$ 43.8
Deutsche Bank AG | Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Amount outstanding	67.2	$ 26.4
Unicredit
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Amount outstanding		$ 2.2
Unicredit | Revolving Credit Facility
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Amount outstanding	$ 27.2

Financial Instruments and Fai_3

Financial Instruments and Fair Value Measurement - Narrative (Details) - Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020	Dec. 31, 2019
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Receivables from hedges/ derivatives	$ 16,370	$ 8,436
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	16,364	8,434
Other financial assets (non-current)	6	1
Liabilities from derivatives	8,723	9,425
Other current liabilities	49	109
Other liabilities (non-current)	8,675	9,316
Term loan
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair value of loans	632,116	643,051
Local bank loans
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Fair value of loans	$ 138,267	$ 29,762

Employee Benefit Plans - Net Pe

Employee Benefit Plans - Net Periodic Benefit Cost (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Service cost	$ 303	$ 311
Interest cost	295	432
Amortization of actuarial loss	2,398	0
Net periodic pension cost	$ 2,996	$ 743

Employee Benefit Plans - Narrat

Employee Benefit Plans - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Retirement Benefits [Abstract]
Amortization of actuarial loss	$ 2,398	$ 0

Stock-Based Compensation - Narr

Stock-Based Compensation - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Millions	1 Months Ended		3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Apr. 30, 2019	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019	Mar. 31, 2018
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Unrecognized compensation cost	$ 5.6		$ 5.6
Unrecognized compensation cost, recognition period			1 year 3 months 18 days
Leavers rate per year			3.00%
RSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Settlement period, following third anniversary			75 days
Intrinsic value of PSU or RSU outstanding (in dollars per share)	$ 7.46		$ 7.46	$ 18.99	$ 27.10
Intrinsic value of PSU or RSU	$ 5.8		$ 5.8	$ 31
Performance based adjustment (in shares)			0
RSUs | Vesting Period One
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting percentage on each of the first, second, and third anniversary of the grant date			33.33%
RSUs | Vesting Period Two
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting percentage on each of the first, second, and third anniversary of the grant date			33.33%
RSUs | Vesting Period Three
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Vesting percentage on each of the first, second, and third anniversary of the grant date			33.33%
PSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Intrinsic value of PSU or RSU outstanding (in dollars per share)	$ 7.46		$ 7.46	$ 18.99	$ 27.10
Intrinsic value of PSU or RSU	$ 5.8		$ 5.8	$ 31
Performance based adjustment (in shares)			(40,087)
PSUs | 2017 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercised during period (in shares)	378,165
Performance based adjustment (in shares)	40,087		(40,087)
PSUs | 2016 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Exercised during period (in shares)		977,106
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		299,499
Restricted Shares | Non-employee Director
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Outstanding (in shares)	24,080		24,080

Stock-Based Compensation - Expe

Stock-Based Compensation - Expenses Recorded Within Operating Income (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total expenses	$ (1,139)	$ 3,553
2016 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total expenses	0	1,083
2017 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total expenses	0	1,195
2018 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total expenses	(1,242)	1,275
Sign on RSU incentive
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total expenses	134	0
2019 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Total expenses	$ (30)	$ 0

Stock-Based Compensation - Move

Stock-Based Compensation - Movement of PSUs and RSUs (Details)	1 Months Ended	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020shares	Mar. 31, 2020$ / sharesshares
PSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		1,003,745
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		(40,087)
Settled (in shares)		(378,165)
Forfeited (in shares)		(4,844)
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	580,649	580,649
Expected to vest (in shares)	515,351	515,351
RSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		197,582
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		0
Settled (in shares)		0
Forfeited (in shares)		(1,895)
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	195,687	195,687
Expected to vest (in shares)	195,687	195,687
2017 Plan | PSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		418,252
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)	40,087	(40,087)
Settled (in shares)		(378,165)
Forfeited (in shares)		0
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	0	0
Expected to vest (in shares)	0	0
Weighted av (in USD per share) | $ / shares		$ 24.89
2018 Plan | PSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		355,766
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		0
Settled (in shares)		0
Forfeited (in shares)		(2,949)
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	352,817	352,817
Expected to vest (in shares)	299,418	299,418
Weighted av (in USD per share) | $ / shares		$ 39.24
2018 Plan | RSUs | Employees, Sign On
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		23,878
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		0
Settled (in shares)		0
Forfeited (in shares)		0
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	23,878	23,878
Expected to vest (in shares)	23,878	23,878
Weighted av (in USD per share) | $ / shares		$ 25.81
2019 Plan | PSUs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		229,727
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		0
Settled (in shares)		0
Forfeited (in shares)		(1,895)
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	227,832	227,832
Expected to vest (in shares)	215,933	215,933
Weighted av (in USD per share) | $ / shares		$ 11.48
2019 Plan | RSUs | Employees, Sign On
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		45,257
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		0
Settled (in shares)		0
Forfeited (in shares)		0
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	45,257	45,257
Expected to vest (in shares)	45,257	45,257
Weighted av (in USD per share) | $ / shares		$ 15.89
2019 Plan | RSUs | Employees, Existing
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Non-Option Equity Instruments, Outstanding [Roll Forward]
Outstanding, beginning of period (in shares)		128,447
Granted (in shares)		0
Performance based adjustment (in shares)		0
Settled (in shares)		0
Forfeited (in shares)		(1,895)
Outstanding, end of period (in shares)	126,552	126,552
Expected to vest (in shares)	126,552	126,552
Weighted av (in USD per share) | $ / shares		$ 14.74

Stock-Based Compensation - Fair

Stock-Based Compensation - Fair Value Assumptions (Details) - PSUs	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020$ / shares
2017 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Expected term (in years)	3 years
Dividend yield (%)	1.88%
Expected volatility OEC (%)	33.77%
Expected volatility peer group (%)	17.30%
Correlation	0.4574
Risk-free interest rate (%)	1.45%
Weighted average fair value of PSUs granted (in USD per share)	$ 24.89
2018 Plan
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Expected term (in years)	3 years
Dividend yield (%)	1.94%
Expected volatility OEC (%)	30.22%
Expected volatility peer group (%)	20.09%
Correlation	0.3659
Risk-free interest rate (%)	1.46%
Weighted average fair value of PSUs granted (in USD per share)	$ 39.24
2019 Plan PSU
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Expected term (in years)	3 years
Dividend yield (%)	4.65%
Expected volatility OEC (%)	33.30%
Expected volatility peer group (%)	17.62%
Correlation	0.5205
Risk-free interest rate (%)	1.83%
Weighted average fair value of PSUs granted (in USD per share)	$ 11.48

Stock-Based Compensation - Comp

Stock-Based Compensation - Components of Stock-based Compensation Expense (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$ (1,139)	$ 3,553
Cost of sales
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	29	12
Selling expenses
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	(172)	737
General and administrative expenses
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	(910)	2,598
Research and development costs
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$ (87)	$ 206

Restructuring Expenses - Schedu

Restructuring Expenses - Schedule of Restructuring Activities and Related Reserves (Details) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)
Restructuring Reserve
Beginning Provision	$ 4,765
Charges	0
Cost charged against liabilities (assets)	0
Cash paid	(1,432)
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(113)
Ending Provision	3,221
Personnel expenses
Restructuring Reserve
Beginning Provision	3,400
Charges	0
Cost charged against liabilities (assets)	0
Cash paid	(514)
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(81)
Ending Provision	2,805
Demolition and Removal costs
Restructuring Reserve
Beginning Provision	561
Charges	0
Cost charged against liabilities (assets)	0
Cash paid	(402)
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(11)
Ending Provision	147
Ground remediation costs
Restructuring Reserve
Beginning Provision	488
Charges	0
Cost charged against liabilities (assets)	0
Cash paid	(252)
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(14)
Ending Provision	221
Other
Restructuring Reserve
Beginning Provision	317
Charges	0
Cost charged against liabilities (assets)	0
Cash paid	(263)
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(6)
Ending Provision	$ 48

Restructuring Expenses - Narrat

Restructuring Expenses - Narrative (Details) - USD ($)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring expenses (income), net	$ 0	$ 100,000

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_3

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Schedule of Changes in AOCI, Net of Tax (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax
Beginning balance	$ 186,013	$ 158,896
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(23,976)	(2,235)
Income tax effects before reclassifications	(910)	1,393
Amounts reclassified from AOCI	2,398	0
Income tax effects on reclassifications	(776)	0
Currency translation AOCI	420	133
Ending balance	166,815	168,790
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax
Beginning balance	(34,362)	(19,628)
Ending balance	(57,206)	(20,337)
Currency Translation Adjustments
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax
Beginning balance	(12,281)	(10,650)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(22,735)	1,532
Income tax effects before reclassifications	(1,336)	(69)
Amounts reclassified from AOCI	0	0
Income tax effects on reclassifications	0	0
Currency translation AOCI	0	0
Ending balance	(36,353)	(9,187)
Hedging Activities Adjustments
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax
Beginning balance	(10,891)	(6,147)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	(1,241)	(3,767)
Income tax effects before reclassifications	426	1,462
Amounts reclassified from AOCI	0	0
Income tax effects on reclassifications	0	0
Currency translation AOCI	195	80
Ending balance	(11,511)	(8,372)
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Liability Adjustment
AOCI Attributable to Parent, Net of Tax
Beginning balance	(11,189)	(2,831)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications	0	0
Income tax effects before reclassifications	0	0
Amounts reclassified from AOCI	2,398	0
Income tax effects on reclassifications	(776)	0
Currency translation AOCI	225	53
Ending balance	$ (9,342)	$ (2,778)

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_4

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Schedule of Amounts Reclassified out of AOCI (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Amortization of actuarial losses	$ (2,398)	$ 0
Total before tax	25,534	28,256
Tax impact	(7,635)	(9,439)
Total after tax	18,032	18,954
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Total before tax	2,398	0
Tax impact	(776)	0
Total after tax	1,623	0
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income | Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment, Net Gain (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Amortization of actuarial losses	$ 2,398	$ 0

Accumulated Other Comprehensi_5

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI	$ (2,398)	$ 0
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment, Net Gain (Loss) Attributable to Parent | Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI	$ 2,398	$ 0

Earnings Per Share - Schedule o

Earnings Per Share - Schedule of Earnings Per Share (Details) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, shares in Thousands, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Net income for the period - attributable to ordinary equity holders of the parent (in thousands)	$ 18,032	$ 18,954
Weighted average number of ordinary shares (in thousands of shares) (in shares)	60,276	59,518
Basic EPS (in USD per share)	$ 0.30	$ 0.32
Dilutive effect of share based payments (in thousands of shares) (in shares)	1,115	1,595
Weighted average number of diluted ordinary shares (in thousands of shares) (in shares)	61,391	61,113
Diluted EPS (in USD per share)	$ 0.29	$ 0.31

Income Taxes - Narrative (Detai

Income Taxes - Narrative (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019	Dec. 31, 2019
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income tax receivables	$ 7,819		$ 17,924
Income taxes payable	14,927		$ 14,154
Income tax expense	7,635	$ 9,439
Net discrete tax expense (gain)	(700)	$ 900
Deferred tax expense, valuation deferred tax assets	$ 800
Effective tax rate	29.75%	33.40%
Estimated effective tax rate	29.19%	30.10%

Commitments and Contingencies -

Commitments and Contingencies - Other Long-Term Commitments (Details) $ in Thousands	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)
Maturity
2021	$ 71,630
2022 to 2025	61,659
2026 and thereafter	0
Total	$ 133,290

Commitments and Contingencies_2

Commitments and Contingencies - Environmental Matters (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended	27 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)facilitydefendant	Dec. 31, 2018USD ($)	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of facilities owned | facility	13
U.S.
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of facilities owned | facility	4
Settled with the U.S. government | Unfavorable Regulatory Action
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of carbon black producers (defendants) | defendant	5
Period to install pollution control technology	5 years
Civil penalty		$ 0.8
Cost of environmental mitigation projects	$ 0.6
Settled with the U.S. government | Unfavorable Regulatory Action | U.S.
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Capital expenditures for installments, payments			$ 85
Settled with the U.S. government | Unfavorable Regulatory Action | U.S. | Minimum
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Estimated capital expenditures to be incurred for installments	230		230
Settled with the U.S. government | Unfavorable Regulatory Action | U.S. | Maximum
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Estimated capital expenditures to be incurred for installments	$ 270		$ 270

Commitments and Contingencies_3

Commitments and Contingencies - Pledges and Guarantees (Details) € in Millions, $ in Millions	Mar. 31, 2020EUR (€)guarantee	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)guarantee	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)guarantee
Euler Hermes S.A.
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of guarantees issued by counterparty | guarantee	5	5	3
Guarantee obligation carrying amount		$ 9.4	$ 9.2
Deutsche Bank AG
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Number of guarantees issued by counterparty | guarantee	1	1	1
Guarantee obligation carrying amount		$ 2.2	$ 2.2
Term Loan | Term Loan - USD
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Long-term debt		280.4
Term Loan | Term Loan - EUR
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Long-term debt | €	€ 351.7
Revolving Credit Facility
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Amount outstanding		43.8
Revolving Credit Facility | Deutsche Bank AG
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Amount outstanding		$ 67.2	$ 26.4

Financial Information by Segm_3

Financial Information by Segment - Narrative (Details)	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020segment
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Number of operating segments	2
Number of reporting segments	2

Financial Information by Segm_4

Financial Information by Segment - Schedule of the Relative Size of Revenue Recognized in each Reportable Segment (Details) - Product Concentration Risk - Revenue generated	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Rubber
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Concentration risk percentage	64.00%	66.00%
Specialties
Segment Reporting, Revenue Reconciling Item [Line Items]
Concentration risk percentage	36.00%	34.00%

Financial Information by Segm_5

Financial Information by Segment - Schedule of Segment Reconciliation (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales from external customers	$ 336,007	$ 384,714
Adjusted EBITDA	63,844	64,567
Corporate charges	(2,323)	(5,636)
Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment	(23,845)	(24,095)
Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax	(133)	(137)
Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs	37,543	34,699
Interest and other financial expense, net	(9,610)	(6,443)
Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI	(2,398)	0
Income tax expense	(7,635)	(9,439)
Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax	133	137
Net income	18,032	18,954
Operating segments | Rubber
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales from external customers	216,228	253,128
Adjusted EBITDA	35,768	35,165
Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment	(15,293)	(13,765)
Excluding equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax	(133)	(137)
Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs	20,342	21,263
Equity in earnings of affiliated companies, net of tax	133	137
Operating segments | Specialties
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Net sales from external customers	119,779	131,586
Adjusted EBITDA	28,076	29,402
Depreciation and amortization of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment	(8,552)	(10,330)
Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs	19,524	19,072
Corporate
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Corporate charges	(2,323)	(5,636)
Income from operations before income tax expense and finance costs	(2,323)	(5,636)
Interest and other financial expense, net	(9,610)	(6,443)
Reclassification of actuarial losses from AOCI	(2,398)
Income tax expense	$ (7,635)	$ (9,439)

Financial Information by Segm_6

Financial Information by Segment - Schedule of Income from Operations before Income Taxes and Finance Costs, Corporate and Other (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020	Mar. 31, 2019
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses/(income)	$ 0	$ 89
Long Term Incentive Plan	(1,139)	3,553
Corporate
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Restructuring expenses/(income)	0	89
Consulting fees related to Company strategy	0	916
Long Term Incentive Plan	(1,139)	3,553
EPA-related expense	2,589	718
Other non-operating	873	360
Expense from operations before income taxes and finance costs	$ 2,323	$ 5,636

Related Parties - Narrative and

Related Parties - Narrative and Schedule of Related Party Transactions (Details) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
	Mar. 31, 2020USD ($)related_party	Mar. 31, 2019USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2019USD ($)
Equity Method Investee
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Number of related parties | related_party	1
Principal Owner
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Number of related parties | related_party	1
Affiliated Entity
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Trade receivables from DGW KG	$ 773		$ 522
Trade payables to DGW KG	13,895		$ 17,871
Purchased carbon black products from DGW KG	21,322	$ 22,765
Sales and services provided to DGW KG	$ 634	$ 663