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Ticker · SMDS ISIN · GB0008220112 LEI · 39RSBE4RCI4M15BLWH36 IL Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 1,123 across all filing types
Latest filing 2024-04-29 Major Shareholding Noti…
Country GB United Kingdom
Listing IL SMDS

About Smith (DS) PLC

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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
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% 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 to disclose dealings and positions related to a takeover offer (Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company are mentioned). This type of disclosure, which relates to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover process, is a specific type of regulatory filing concerning director/insider dealings or major shareholdings, but the context is highly specific to takeover rules. Among the provided codes, 'DIRS' (Director's Dealing) is the closest fit for insider transaction reporting, although this is specifically a Takeover Code disclosure (Form 8.3). Since it details personal share transactions/interests by a major holder (Millennium International Management LP) in the context of an offer, it aligns best with the spirit of insider/director dealing disclosures, which is captured by DIRS, or potentially a general Regulatory Filing (RNS) if DIRS is too narrow. Given the detailed nature of the disclosure regarding interests and dealings (Section 2 and 3), it is a direct report of insider/significant holder activity, making DIRS the most appropriate specific category over the general RNS.
2024-04-29 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) PLC
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 94% 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/Dealing Disclosure by a person with interests in relevant securities representing 1% or more, specifically in the context of an offer involving 'Smith (DS) PLC' and 'International Paper Company'. This type of filing relates to insider dealings or significant ownership changes during a takeover or merger scenario. Among the provided codes, 'Director's Dealing' (DIRS) is the closest fit for insider transaction reporting, although this specific form (Form 8.3) is highly specialized for UK Takeover Code disclosures. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Code Disclosure' or 'Insider Dealing related to a Tender Offer', and the content is fundamentally about reporting ownership and transactions by a major shareholder/stakeholder during an offer period, DIRS is the most appropriate classification, as it covers personal share transactions by executives/insiders, which this disclosure strongly resembles in function, even if the context is a formal takeover disclosure. Given the high specificity of the other codes, and the lack of a direct match for a 'Takeover Code Disclosure', DIRS is selected as the best fit for reporting significant security interests/dealings by a major party involved in a transaction.
2024-04-29 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% 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 bid (indicated by referencing an 'offeror' and 'offeree' like Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company) to disclose a person's interest or dealing in the relevant securities. This type of disclosure, related to insider/significant shareholder activity during a takeover process, is a specific type of regulatory filing concerning director/insider dealings or major shareholdings, but the specific context of the Takeover Code (Rule 8.3) points most closely to insider/director dealing disclosures, although it is broader than standard DIRS filings. Since it deals with personal transactions/positions of a significant entity (Millennium International Management LP) in relation to a takeover, it falls under the scope of insider/director dealings (DIRS) or a specific regulatory filing (RNS). Given the options, DIRS covers personal share transactions by executives/directors, and while this is an investment manager, the nature is highly specific to insider/related party activity during a corporate action. However, Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure under the UK Takeover Code, making it a highly specific regulatory filing. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Code Disclosure', and it details dealings/positions, it is best classified as a Director's Dealing (DIRS) due to the focus on security interests and transactions, or RNS as a general regulatory filing. Given the detailed nature of the dealing disclosure, DIRS is a strong candidate, but RNS is the safest fallback for specific regulatory forms not explicitly listed. Let's re-evaluate the definitions. DIRS is for 'personal share transactions by company directors and executives (insider trades)'. While Millennium is not a director, they are a major shareholder/stakeholder involved in the transaction. Given the highly specific nature of Form 8.3, which is a mandatory disclosure under the Takeover Code, it is a specific regulatory filing. I will classify it as DIRS as it concerns the disclosure of interests and dealings in securities related to a corporate action, which aligns closely with the spirit of insider reporting, or RNS. Since it is a mandatory disclosure under a specific regulatory framework (Takeover Code), RNS (General regulatory announcements and fallback) is the most appropriate fit when a more specific code like DIRS might be too narrow (as the discloser isn't strictly a director). I will choose RNS as the most accurate general regulatory category for a non-standard SEC/LSE form.
2024-04-26 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% 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 to disclose dealings or positions related to a takeover offer. While it involves director/insider-like activity (dealing disclosure), the specific context of the Takeover Code and dealing disclosure during an offer points towards insider trading/director dealing rules, but more specifically, it relates to significant shareholdings and dealings during a takeover scenario. Among the provided codes, 'Director's Dealing (DIRS)' is the closest fit for personal share transactions by executives/insiders, although this specific form (Form 8.3) is mandated by the Takeover Code for any person meeting the 1% threshold during an offer. Given the options, 'DIRS' covers insider/executive transactions, which this disclosure fundamentally is, even if triggered by the takeover rules. However, since this is a specific regulatory filing related to insider activity during a corporate action (takeover), and 'DIRS' is the best fit for executive/insider transactions, I will select DIRS. If a more specific 'Takeover Disclosure' code existed, it would be preferred. Since it details dealings by a major shareholder/controller (Millennium International Management LP) in relation to an offer for Smith (DS) plc, it falls under the umbrella of insider/significant shareholder transaction reporting.
2024-04-25 English
Form 8.3 - Smith (DS) plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% 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 offer (here involving Smith (DS) plc and International Paper Company) to disclose significant holdings or transactions by parties involved. This type of disclosure relates directly to the mechanics of a takeover or merger activity. Among the provided codes, 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is the most appropriate classification for documents detailing dealings or positions related to an ongoing takeover bid governed by the Takeover Code.
2024-04-24 English
Rule 2.9 Announcement
Share Issue/Capital Change Classification · 95% confidence The document is identified by the RNS Number header and the explicit mention of 'RNS Number : 9091L' and 'This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange.' The content details the issuance of new ordinary shares (232,730 shares) under an employee plan and provides the resulting total number of voting rights (1,379,253,901). This action directly relates to the total number of shares in issue, which falls under capital structure changes or share issuance notifications. However, the announcement is specifically framed as a 'Rule 2.9 Announcement' under the City Code on Takeovers and Mergers, which mandates disclosure when the total number of shares changes during an offer period. Since this is a mandatory regulatory disclosure related to share capital changes during a potential takeover scenario, it is most closely aligned with Share Issue/Capital Change (SHA) or, given the context of mandatory regulatory reporting via RNS, it could be considered a Regulatory Filing (RNS). Because the core substance is the change in the total number of shares in issue, SHA is a strong candidate. However, the document is a formal regulatory announcement via the RNS system, often used for mandatory disclosures that don't fit perfectly elsewhere, especially those related to takeover codes. Given the specific nature of the disclosure (Rule 2.9 relating to total voting rights during an offer period), it is a highly specific regulatory filing. Since SHA covers general share issues, and this is a specific disclosure mandated by the Takeover Code, RNS serves as the appropriate general regulatory filing category for such mandatory, non-periodic disclosures that aren't standard ER, 10-K, or IR. The document is short and is an announcement of a change, not the full report itself.
2024-04-24 English

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