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Global study shows energy industry ramping up investment in autonomous operations by 2030 as AI reshapes performance
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 08:29
Core Insights - The urgency for advancing autonomy in the energy and chemicals sector is increasing, with 31.5% of executives identifying it as a 'critical' priority for the next five years, rising to 44% over the next decade [2][3] Group 1: Industry Trends - A significant 59% of executives warn that delaying the adoption of autonomous operations could lead to higher operating costs, while 52% cite worsening talent shortages and 48% mention declining competitiveness as risks [3] - The sector is at a transformative point due to the convergence of electrification, automation, and digitalization, with electricity demand projected to nearly double to 1,000 TWh by 2030 [4] - The current global average maturity level for autonomy in the sector is reported at 3.52 out of 5, indicating approximately 70% autonomy, with ambitions to reach 4.02 (approximately 80% autonomy) by 2030 [15] Group 2: Adoption Barriers and Enablers - Key barriers to adoption include high upfront costs (34%), legacy systems (30%), organizational resistance (27%), cybersecurity concerns (26%), and regulatory uncertainty (25%) [3] - AI is identified as the most significant enabler of autonomous acceleration by 49% of executives, followed by advancements in cybersecurity, cloud and edge computing, and digital twins [5] Group 3: Regional Insights - The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Asia currently lead in maturity levels for autonomous operations, while North America is expected to experience the fastest acceleration in adoption over the next five years [9] - Europe is making steady progress but is projected to have the slowest adoption trajectory [9] Group 4: Real-World Applications - Schneider Electric is actively supporting companies like Shell and European Energy in deploying autonomous operations, showcasing advancements in open, software-defined automation and AI-supported clean-fuel operations [10]
Borregaard ASA: Proxies for the Annual General Meeting 16 April 2026
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 08:04
Core Points - Mr. Helge Aasen, Chair of the Board of Directors in Borregaard ASA, has been assigned voting rights for 7,906,608 shares, representing 7.9% of the outstanding shares in Borregaard ASA [1] - Mr. Aasen's personal shareholding in Borregaard ASA is 4,500 shares [1] Company Information - The proxies assigned to Mr. Aasen apply exclusively to the Annual General Meeting scheduled for 16 April 2026 [1] - The announcement was made in Sarpsborg on 27 March 2026 [2] - The information is subject to the disclosure requirements of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act [2]
Annual General Meeting in cBrain A/S
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 08:00
Core Points - The Annual General Meeting (AGM) for cBrain A/S is scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 16:00 CEST in Copenhagen [1][2] Agenda - The Board of Directors will report on the Company's activities over the past year [3] - The audited annual report will be presented for adoption, along with a resolution regarding discharge for the Management and the Board of Directors [3] - A decision will be made on the appropriation of profit or covering of loss according to the approved annual report [3] - All members of the Board of Directors are up for election, with proposals for re-election of current members [3] - EY Godkendt Revisionspartnerselskab is up for election as auditor, with a recommendation for re-election [4] - The Board of Directors recommends approval of the remuneration report for 2025 and unchanged remuneration for external board members for 2026 [4][5] - The Board of Directors seeks authorization to acquire up to 10% of the share capital on behalf of the company [5] Logistics - The AGM will be held at the Company's address: Kalkbrænderiløbskaj, 2, 2100 Copenhagen Ø [5] - Shareholders must register by April 22, 2026, to attend and vote [8] - Admission cards can be ordered from March 27, 2026, and must be requested by April 26, 2026, at 23:59 CEST [9] - Shareholders have the right to vote by proxy or by postal vote, with specific deadlines for submission [10][11] Share Capital - The Company's share capital is nominally DKK 5,000,000, divided into 20,000,000 shares of DKK 0.25 each, with each share granting one vote [13]
Vantiva - Estimated Operational Results Full Year 2025
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:30
Core Viewpoint - Vantiva has successfully met its financial guidance for 2025, showing significant improvements in adjusted EBITDA and free cash flow despite a challenging market environment [3][6]. Financial Performance - Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 reached €145 million, a 33.4% increase from €109 million in 2024, with a margin of 8.3% of sales, up from 5.8% [4][9]. - Free cash flow was positive at €62 million, compared to a negative €25 million in 2024, indicating a strong turnaround [6][13]. - Total sales for 2025 decreased by 7.0% to €1,736 million, primarily due to the weakness of the USD and a decline in the Video business [6][8]. Business Segments - The Broadband segment experienced a revenue increase of 9.1% to €1,336 million, driven by innovations such as Wi-Fi 7 and DOCSIS 4.0 [7]. - Conversely, the Video segment saw a significant decline of 37.7% to €400 million, attributed to a loss of subscribers and market saturation [8]. Cash Flow and Debt - The company reported a cash position of €13 million at year-end 2025, down from €30 million in 2024, with total net debt amounting to €513 million [12][13]. - Free cash flow before interest and taxes improved from €42 million in 2024 to €95 million in 2025, largely due to increased EBITDA and controlled capital expenditures [11][13]. Outlook - Vantiva anticipates a positive cash flow in 2026, supported by encouraging customer demand trends, although it has not provided specific EBITDA guidance due to market uncertainties [10][17].
Notice of the Annual General Meeting to Approve the 2025 Financial Statements, Scheduled for May 22, 2026, and Changes to the Atos Board of Directors
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:01
Core Viewpoint - Atos SE is convening its shareholders for an annual general meeting on May 22, 2026, to approve the financial statements for 2025 and to discuss changes to the board of directors [1]. Board Composition Changes - The board of directors has proposed changes to its composition, which will be submitted for approval at the upcoming general meeting [2]. - Renewals of terms for certain directors are aimed at ensuring continuity in governance and recognizing their contributions to the company's transformation [2]. Term Expirations - The proposed renewals will be for a three-year term, expiring at the close of the general meeting that approves the financial statements for the year ending December 31, 2028 [3]. - The term of office for Mandy Metten as censor will not be renewed, aligning with governance best practices [3]. - The term of office for Farès Louis, the employee representative director, will also expire at the next general meeting, with future communication regarding his successor [4]. Board Structure Post-Approval - If the proposed renewals are approved, the board will consist of nine members, with 87.5% being independent members and 50% being women, representing six nationalities [5]. Leadership Profiles - Philippe Salle, who has been a director since October 14, 2024, is proposed for renewal as chairman and CEO, maintaining the combination of these roles [6][7]. - Laurent Collet-Billon, a director since June 28, 2023, is also proposed for renewal as lead independent director, bringing significant experience from the defense and digital sectors [11][12]. Company Overview - Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with approximately 63,000 employees and annual revenue of around €8 billion, operating in 61 countries [15]. - The company is recognized as the European leader in cybersecurity, cloud, and high-performance computing, committed to a secure and decarbonized future [15][16].
Convocation of ordinary general meeting of 29 April 2026
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:00
Group 1 - Vastned has announced the ordinary general meeting of shareholders scheduled for April 29, 2026, at 2:30 PM at its registered office in Antwerp [1] - The agenda and practical arrangements for the meeting, along with the annual report for the financial year 2025, are available on Vastned's website under the Investor Relations section [2] - Vastned plans to offer an optional dividend to shareholders, allowing them to exchange their dividend rights for existing treasury shares, with the option to receive cash or a combination of both [3]
Save the date: Kalmar’s Capital Markets Day on 2 November 2026 and Site Visit on 3 November 2026
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:00
Group 1 - Kalmar Corporation will host a Capital Markets Day on 2 November 2026 in Copenhagen, Denmark, providing an opportunity for investors and analysts to engage with the leadership team and discuss the company's strategy and growth opportunities [1][2] - The event will include a live webcast of presentations and an online Q&A session, allowing participants to ask questions [1][2] - A site visit to Kalmar's Innovation Center in Ljungby, Sweden, is scheduled for 3 November 2026, featuring presentations, a site tour, and product demonstrations [2][3] Group 2 - The preliminary timetable for the Capital Markets Day includes registration, presentations, discussions, and a dinner with management [2] - The site visit on 3 November will involve bus transportation from Copenhagen to Ljungby, followed by presentations, lunch, and demo sessions [3] - Kalmar is a global leader in sustainable material handling equipment, with sales of approximately EUR 1.7 billion in 2025 and operations in over 120 countries [4]
Helios Consortium Offer for CAB
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:00
Group 1: Helios Consortium Offer - The Helios Consortium announced a cash offer to acquire the entire issued and to be issued share capital of CAB Payments Holdings plc, excluding shares already owned by Helios Fund III [1] - Eligible CAB Payments shareholders would receive US$1.15 in cash per existing share or a Partial Alternative Offer, with support from shareholders representing 52.70% of CAB Payments' issued share capital [2][22] Group 2: StoneX Proposal - StoneX Group Inc. approached CAB Payments regarding a potential acquisition, submitting a non-binding cash proposal subject to several pre-conditions [3] - The Helios Consortium declined to provide an irrevocable undertaking to support StoneX's proposal, leading to the conclusion that the Helios Offer is the only firm and deliverable offer available [4] Group 3: Regulatory Filings and CAB Board Response - The Helios Consortium is required to make regulatory filings that include specific non-public information about CAB Payments, referred to as Requisite Information [5] - The CAB Board has not recommended the Helios Offer and has refused to provide the Requisite Information, which the Helios Consortium believes is against the interests of CAB Payments shareholders [6][7] Group 4: Shareholder Engagement - The Helios Consortium encourages CAB Payments shareholders to urge the CAB Board to engage with them and relevant regulators to expedite the regulatory filing process [8] - The delay in providing the Requisite Information could lead to inefficiencies and disruptions to CAB Payments' business, negatively impacting all shareholders [7][8] Group 5: Shareholder Support - Helios Fund III owns or controls approximately 45.11% of CAB Payments' issued share capital, with additional support from Eurocomm and Bhairav Trivedi, bringing total support to approximately 52.70% [19][20][22] - The total issued share capital of CAB Payments is 254,143,218 shares as of 26 March 2026 [23]
SalMar – Integrated annual report 2025
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:00
Core Insights - SalMar ASA has published its integrated Annual Report for the year 2025, which includes sustainability reporting in accordance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) [1] - The annual financial statements are also available in the European Single Electronic Format (ESEF) [1] - Additional reports, including the remuneration report and green bond report, can be accessed on SalMar's website [1] Financial Reporting - The final year-end financial statement for 2025 was approved by the board on March 26, 2026 [1] - The attached documents include the SalMar Annual Report for 2025 [3] Contact Information - For further inquiries, Håkon Husby, Head of Investor Relations, can be contacted via phone or email [2]
ARGAN: Summary of the 2026 Combined General Meeting of Shareholders
Globenewswire· 2026-03-27 07:00
Core Insights - ARGAN confirmed a sustained investment plan for 2026, securing €165 million across 8 projects with an average yield of over 6% [3][4] - A 5% increase in the dividend to €3.45 per share was approved, reflecting excellent performance in 2025 [5][9] - All resolutions supported by the Executive Board and Supervisory Board were approved during the General Meeting [6][9] Financial Performance - The portfolio valuation strengthened to €4.1 billion, with a 7% increase in EPRA NTA to €91.5 per share [9] - Rental income grew by 7% to €212 million, while recurring net income increased by 13% to €155 million [9] - The EPRA LTV ratio was reduced by 2 points to 41.1%, indicating a continued successful deleveraging strategy [9] Dividend Details - The dividend of €3.45 per share is paid out of SIIC-exempt profits and will be fully subject to a flat tax rate of 31.4% for individual shareholders in France [7] - The ex-dividend date is set for March 31, 2026, with a payment date of April 2, 2026 [9] Company Overview - ARGAN specializes in the development and rental of premium warehouses, with a portfolio of 3.8 million sq.m and over 100 warehouses in France [11] - The company is recognized for its financial solidity, holding an investment-grade rating of BBB- with a stable outlook from Standard & Poor's [12] - ARGAN is committed to sustainability and has received high ratings from various third-party agencies for its ESG policies [12]