The 48th ordinary Annual General Meeting of Kardex Holding AG, held on April 30, 2026, in Zurich, saw overwhelming shareholder support as all motions proposed by the Board of Directors were approved. With 74 shareholders representing 70.04% of the company's share capital in attendance, the meeting underscored strong investor engagement and confidence in the company's direction.
Shareholders approved a dividend payment of CHF 6.00 per registered share, which will be distributed on May 6, 2026. This dividend, reflecting the company's solid financial performance, underscores Kardex's commitment to returning value to its shareholders. All incumbent members of the Board of Directors were re-elected for a further one-year term, ensuring continuity in governance.
The approval of these motions is significant for Kardex Holding AG, a global leader in intralogistics solutions. The company, which employs around 2,900 people in over 30 countries, provides automated storage and retrieval systems, material handling solutions, and lifecycle services. As a global AutoStore™ partner, Kardex is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for flexible and modular storage and order fulfillment solutions. The shareholder endorsement signals confidence in the company's strategic focus on innovation and market expansion.
The next Annual General Meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2027, in Zurich. For more information on Kardex's financial calendar and corporate developments, visit www.kardex.com. The company will publish its Interim Report 2026 on July 30, 2026, followed by a conference call for media and analysts. The Annual Report 2026 is expected on March 11, 2027.
This meeting's outcomes are particularly important as they provide a clear mandate for the board to execute its long-term strategy amidst a dynamic market environment. With a strong balance sheet and a clear focus on automated intralogistics, Kardex is well-positioned to address the challenges of supply chain optimization and warehouse automation. The dividend approval also reflects the company's robust cash flow generation and commitment to shareholder returns.
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