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Spectris PLC — Investor Relations & Filings

Ticker · SXS ISIN · GB0003308607 LEI · 213800Z4CO2CZO3M3T10 IL Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 1,502 across all filing types
Latest filing 2019-12-02 M&A Activity
Country GB United Kingdom
Listing IL SXS

About Spectris PLC

https://www.spectris.com/

Spectris PLC is a supplier of precision instrumentation, test equipment, and software for technically demanding industrial applications. The company provides high-precision measurement solutions that deliver critical data and insights, enabling customers to enhance productivity and solve complex challenges. By combining advanced technology with deep domain knowledge and technical expertise, Spectris helps its clients make their products and processes cleaner, healthier, and more efficient. The group operates through a portfolio of specialized businesses, including Malvern Panalytical, Particle Measuring Systems, Servomex, and HBK (Hottinger Brüel & Kjær), each a leader in its respective field.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
SALE OF BTG COMPLETED
M&A Activity Classification · 99% confidence The document is very short (1768 characters) and begins with an 'RNS Number', indicating it is a regulatory news service announcement from the London Stock Exchange. The content announces the completion of a specific corporate action: the 'SALE OF BTG COMPLETED'. This is a material event announcement that does not fit into the specific categories like 10-K, ER, or DIV. Since it is a general regulatory announcement distributed via RNS and doesn't fit a more specific category like M&A Activity (TAR) which usually details the terms, the most appropriate fallback category is Regulatory Filings (RNS).
2019-12-02 English
TRADING UPDATE
Earnings Release Classification · 95% confidence The document is identified by the 'RNS Number' header and the closing statement referencing 'RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange'. The content is a 'TRADING UPDATE' covering a specific period (1 July to 31 October 2019), providing key financial highlights, segment performance, and commentary on strategy (BTG sale). This format—a brief update on recent trading performance released via an official news service—is characteristic of an Earnings Release (ER) or a general regulatory announcement. Since it provides key financial highlights and commentary but is not a full, comprehensive report (like a 10-K or IR), 'ER' (Earnings Release) is the most appropriate classification for the content type. However, because the document is explicitly framed and distributed via the RNS system, and it is a trading update rather than a formal quarterly/annual results announcement, it also strongly fits the general regulatory announcement category. Given the options, 'ER' captures the essence of the content (trading update/highlights). If the document were shorter and only announced the release of a full report, it would be RPA. Since it contains the actual trading update data, ER is better than RNS, but RNS is the distribution mechanism. Given the content is a trading update with financial metrics, ER is the best fit among the specific financial types. If ER is not deemed specific enough, RNS is the fallback. Since it contains specific financial performance data for a period, ER is chosen over the generic RNS. FY 2019
2019-11-19 English
PUBLICATION OF NOTICE CONVENING A GENERAL MEETING
AGM Information Classification · 98% confidence The document is an RNS announcement (indicated by 'RNS Number : 1827T' and the closing statement referencing RNS) published on November 13, 2019. The core purpose is the 'Publication of Notice convening a General Meeting' which seeks shareholder approval for changes to the Remuneration Policy and associated incentive plans (DBP, LTIP, SRP). Since the document is an announcement about convening a meeting and details the resolutions to be voted upon, it relates closely to shareholder voting and governance matters. However, the primary action described is the publication of the notice for a General Meeting, which often precedes the actual AGM or EGM. The resolutions specifically concern 'Directors' Remuneration Policy' (Resolution 1) and incentive plans. While it involves remuneration (DEF 14A territory) and a general meeting (AGM-R territory), the document itself is the formal notice/announcement of the meeting and the associated proposals. Given the content focuses heavily on the remuneration policy changes being put to a vote, it strongly aligns with the subject matter of a Proxy Solicitation/Information Statement (PSI) or a specific remuneration disclosure. Since it explicitly announces the notice convening a General Meeting and details the resolutions, it is a precursor to the AGM. However, the content is primarily about the remuneration proposals being put to a vote, which is a key component of proxy materials. Since it is a formal notice convening a meeting to vote on remuneration, it fits best under the scope of Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement (PSI) or potentially AGM-R. Given the detailed breakdown of resolutions regarding remuneration policy and incentive plans, which shareholders must vote on, PSI is a strong fit. Alternatively, because it is a notice convening a General Meeting, AGM-R is also plausible. Since the document is an announcement of the notice, and the content is heavily focused on the remuneration proposals that require shareholder approval, I will classify it as PSI, as it solicits a vote on specific governance/remuneration matters. If it were the actual meeting presentation, AGM-R would be better. If it were just the final voting results, DVA. Given the focus on the notice and the resolutions, PSI is the most precise fit for the material being distributed to solicit a vote.
2019-11-13 English
Notice of General Meeting
AGM Information Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly titled "Spectris plc Notice of General Meeting" and contains a letter from the Chairman convening a meeting on Wednesday, 4 December 2019. The core content revolves around seeking shareholder approval for several resolutions, specifically concerning the Directors' Remuneration Policy, a Deferred Bonus Plan, a Long Term Incentive Plan, and a Spectris Reward Plan. These are typical items presented for a vote at a General Meeting, often an Annual General Meeting (AGM) or an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). Since the document is a formal notice convening a meeting and detailing the resolutions to be voted upon, it strongly aligns with the purpose of an AGM-related document, even if it is not the final voting result (DVA) or the remuneration report itself (DEF 14A). The presence of the formal 'Notice of General Meeting' and the request for shareholders to return a 'form of proxy' confirms this is the primary document for the meeting itself. Therefore, AGM-R (AGM Information) is the most appropriate classification.
2019-11-13 English
Proxy Form for General Meeting
Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement Classification · 100% confidence The document is explicitly titled 'FORM OF PROXY' and details instructions for appointing a proxy to vote at a 'General Meeting' scheduled for a specific date (Wednesday, 4 December 2019). It includes sections for shareholders to indicate how their votes should be cast on various 'Ordinary resolutions', including remuneration policy and incentive plans. This material is directly related to soliciting shareholder votes for a meeting, which aligns perfectly with the definition of Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement (PSI). It is not the AGM presentation itself (AGM-R), nor is it the full annual report (10-K) or a simple announcement of voting results (DVA), but the instrument used to cast votes remotely.
2019-11-13 English
Director/PDMR Shareholding
Director's Dealing Classification · 100% confidence The document is explicitly identified by the 'RNS Number' and contains regulatory language referencing 'Article 19.1 of the EU Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014 ("MAR")'. The content details a 'Director/PDMR Shareholding' transaction (acquisition of shares by Andrew Heath, a PDMR). This type of insider transaction disclosure, especially when originating from the London Stock Exchange's RNS service, falls under specific regulatory reporting requirements. While it is a specific type of filing, the most appropriate general category among the provided options that covers director dealings and insider transactions is 'Director's Dealing' (DIRS). The presence of the RNS header and the nature of the disclosure strongly point to this classification, rather than the general 'RNS' fallback.
2019-11-11 English

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