ONEIDA, N.Y., May 29, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- The Board of Directors of Oneida Ltd. (NYSE:OCQ) today announced first quarter dividends of 2 cents per share on the common stock and 37 1/2 cents per share on the preferred stock, both payable July 30, 2002 to stockholders of record as of the close of business July 10, 2002.
This will be the 266th consecutive quarterly cash dividend paid on the common shares, covering more than 66 years.
Oneida Ltd. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of flatware and dinnerware for both the consumer and foodservice industries worldwide. Oneida also is a leading marketer of a variety of crystal, glassware and metal serveware for those industries.