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Ticker · SMDS ISIN · GB0008220112 LEI · 39RSBE4RCI4M15BLWH36 IL Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 1,081 across all filing types
Latest filing 2025-01-30 Share Issue/Capital Cha…
Country GB United Kingdom
Listing IL SMDS

About Smith (DS) PLC

https://www.dssmith.com/

Smith (DS) PLC is a provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products, and integrated recycling services. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of corrugated packaging, including retail and shelf-ready packaging, transit cases, consumer boxes, and promotional displays. A core part of its business model is the circular economy, focusing on producing plastic-free packaging and high-performance papers from recycled fibers. The company's strategy emphasizes sustainability, aiming to redefine packaging for a changing world. It is in the process of combining with International Paper to create a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
Rule 2.9 Announcement
Share Issue/Capital Change Classification · 99% confidence The document is identified by the RNS Number and explicitly states it is a 'Rule 2.9 Announcement' related to the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the 'Code'). Rule 2.9 requires an announcement regarding the total number of shares in issue when there is a change due to option exercises, especially in the context of a takeover or merger activity (as indicated by the extensive discussion of Rules 8.3(a) and 8.3(b) concerning Opening Position Disclosures and Dealing Disclosures related to the Code). While it involves a change in share capital (SHA), the primary context and regulatory trigger (Rule 2.9 of the Takeover Code) strongly suggest it is related to M&A activity or a mandatory disclosure during such a period. Since the document details the total voting rights and references the Takeover Panel rules, it is most closely aligned with the context of a takeover/merger process, making 'TAR' (M&A Activity) a strong candidate, or potentially 'RNS' as a general regulatory filing. However, the specific content—announcing the total number of shares in issue following option exercises, explicitly citing Rule 2.9 of the Takeover Code—is a mandatory disclosure during a takeover period. Given the options, 'TAR' (M&A Activity) captures the regulatory context better than a general 'RNS' or 'SHA' (which is usually for routine capital changes). The document is a formal regulatory announcement distributed via RNS.
2025-01-30 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is a Public Opening Position Disclosure or Dealing Disclosure required when a person holds interests of 1% or more in relevant securities during a takeover offer. This type of disclosure relates directly to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover scenario. While it involves director/insider activity (like DIRS), the specific context of the Takeover Code disclosure (Form 8.3) is most closely related to M&A activity (TAR) or, more generally, significant shareholding changes (MRQ). However, Form 8.3 is a specific regulatory filing related to takeover bids. Given the options, this disclosure is a specific type of regulatory filing related to a takeover/merger situation involving Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', and it details dealings and positions related to an offer, it falls under the scope of M&A Activity (TAR) or the general Regulatory Filings (RNS). Because it is a highly specific disclosure mandated by the Takeover Code concerning an ongoing offer, TAR (M&A Activity) is a strong candidate, but RNS (Regulatory Filings) is the safest general category for specific, non-standard SEC/local exchange forms not explicitly listed. However, Form 8.3 is fundamentally about the parties involved in a takeover. Let's re-evaluate the definitions. None perfectly match 'Takeover Disclosure'. DIRS is for director's personal trades, not mandatory takeover disclosures by large investors. MRQ is for major shareholding changes outside of a formal offer context. Given the context of an offer ('Smith (DS) plc' and 'International Paper Company'), TAR (M&A Activity) is the most contextually relevant category, as these disclosures are triggered by takeover activity. If TAR is too broad, RNS is the fallback. Given the explicit mention of the Takeover Code and parties to an offer, TAR is the best fit.
2025-01-30 English
Court Sanction of Scheme of Arrangement
M&A Activity Classification · 98% confidence The document is an RNS (Regulatory News Service) announcement dated 30 January 2025, identified by the 'RNS Number : 3236V'. The content details the 'COURT SANCTION OF SCHEME OF ARRANGEMENT' for the recommended all-share combination between DS Smith Plc and International Paper Company, referencing the 'Scheme Document' and the 'Companies Act 2006'. This is a formal regulatory update regarding a major corporate transaction (M&A activity) and the final procedural step (court sanction) required for it to proceed. Since the document is a formal regulatory announcement about a significant corporate event (M&A) and is distributed via RNS, it fits best under the general 'Regulatory Filings' category (RNS) as a fallback, although it is highly specific to M&A. However, given the specific definition for M&A (TAR) covers 'merger proposals or takeover bids', and this is the final step in such a proposal, TAR is a strong candidate. But RNS is the distribution mechanism and a general regulatory announcement. Since the core subject is the finalization of a merger/takeover, TAR (Transaction/Merger Activity) is more specific than RNS (General Regulatory Filing). The document is long (27k chars) and contains substantive information, not just a notice of publication, so it is not RPA. Given the context of a 'RECOMMENDED ALL-SHARE COMBINATION' and the court sanctioning the scheme, TAR (M&A Activity) is the most precise classification for the *subject matter* of the filing, even though it is distributed via RNS.
2025-01-30 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
M&A Activity Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is a Public Opening Position Disclosure or Dealing Disclosure made by a person holding 1% or more interests in relevant securities during a takeover situation involving 'Smith (DS) plc' and 'International Paper Company'. This type of disclosure relates to insider trading or significant ownership changes during a takeover bid, which falls under the scope of M&A activity or specific regulatory filings related to takeovers. Since there is a specific category for M&A Activity (TAR), and this document is directly related to a takeover situation (mentioning an offeror/offeree and dealing disclosures under the Takeover Code), TAR is the most appropriate classification. It is not a general regulatory filing (RNS) because it is highly specific to M&A rules.
2025-01-29 English
Holding(s) in Company
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly labeled with 'RNS Number' and contains the standard header 'National Storage Mechanism'. The content details a 'TR-1: Standard form for notification of major holdings' concerning JPMorgan Chase & Co. crossing a threshold of voting rights in DS SMITH PLC. This type of mandatory disclosure regarding significant changes in share ownership is a specific regulatory filing. Since 'Major Shareholding Notification' (MRQ) is defined for changes in significant share ownership levels, and this document is a standard regulatory notification format (TR-1), it fits best under the specific category MRQ. If MRQ were not available, RNS would be the fallback, but MRQ is more precise for this content.
2025-01-29 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
M&A Activity Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORE" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is used in the context of a takeover or merger activity to disclose significant holdings and transactions by parties involved. This directly aligns with the definition of M&A Activity (TAR), which covers merger proposals or takeover bids, as this disclosure is a mandatory part of the takeover process governed by the Takeover Code. Although it involves director/insider-like activity (dealing disclosure), the context is explicitly M&A related (mentioning an 'offeror/offeree' and 'International Paper Company'). Therefore, TAR is the most specific classification.
2025-01-28 English

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