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Ticker · SXS ISIN · GB0003308607 LEI · 213800Z4CO2CZO3M3T10 IL Manufacturing
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Filings indexed 1,546 across all filing types
Latest filing 2018-10-09 Director's Dealing
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
Director/PDMR Shareholding
Director's Dealing Classification · 100% confidence The document is identified by the 'RNS Number' header and contains a notification dated 09 October 2018 regarding 'Spectris plc: Director/PDMR Shareholding'. It explicitly mentions compliance with 'Article 19.1 of the EU Market Abuse Regulation 596/2014 ("MAR")' concerning transactions by Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs). This type of filing, detailing insider transactions (director's dealing), is specifically covered by the 'Director's Dealing (Code: DIRS)' category. Although it is distributed via RNS, the specific content points directly to DIRS, which takes precedence over the general RNS fallback.
2018-10-09 English
Total Voting Rights
Regulatory Filings Classification · 98% confidence The document is very short (1566 characters) and explicitly states it is an 'RNS Number' announcement from the London Stock Exchange's news service. The content details the total number of voting rights and issued share capital as of a specific date (30 September 2018), which is a mandatory disclosure under FCA rules. This type of routine regulatory update, which is not a comprehensive report (like 10-K or IR) but a specific notification, fits best under the 'Regulatory Filings' category (RNS) as a general regulatory announcement, although it touches upon capital structure. Given the options, RNS is the most appropriate fallback for routine regulatory updates that don't fit specific categories like DIRS or DIV, although it is a specific type of regulatory disclosure. Since there is no specific code for 'Voting Rights Update', RNS serves as the best fit for a general regulatory notification provided via the RNS system.
2018-10-01 English
Director/PDMR Shareholding
Director's Dealing Classification · 99% confidence The document is identified by the RNS Number (3008A) and explicitly mentions 'Spectris PLC: Director/PDMR Shareholding'. It details the acquisition and award of shares under the Spectris Share Incentive Plan (SIP) to Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs), citing compliance with Article 19.1 of the EU Market Abuse Regulation (MAR). This content directly corresponds to the reporting of personal share transactions by company directors and executives, which matches the definition for Director's Dealing (DIRS). Although it is distributed via RNS, the specific content dictates the DIRS classification over the general RNS fallback.
2018-09-10 English
Director/PDMR Shareholding
Remuneration Information Classification · 99% confidence The document is identified by the RNS Number (1161A) and explicitly states it is providing 'Additional information' via RNS. The content details a transaction involving a director/PDMR (Andrew Heath) accepting a grant of share options under a performance share plan. This type of filing, reporting personal share transactions by company directors and executives, directly corresponds to the definition of Director's Dealing (DIRS). Although it is transmitted via RNS, the specific content dictates the DIRS classification over the general RNS fallback.
2018-09-07 English
Total Voting Rights
Regulatory Filings Classification · 98% confidence The document is very short (1602 characters) and explicitly states it is an 'RNS Number' announcement from the London Stock Exchange. The content details the total issued share capital, shares held in treasury, and the resulting total number of voting rights as of the end of the previous month (August 31, 2018). This type of mandatory disclosure regarding voting rights and capital structure updates fits the definition of a general regulatory announcement, which is best categorized as 'Regulatory Filings' (RNS) or potentially 'Declaration of Voting Results & Voting Rights Announcements' (DVA). Since it is a routine update on the denominator for voting rights calculations rather than the final results of a specific vote, RNS is the most appropriate general regulatory category, especially given the explicit RNS header and footer information.
2018-09-03 English
Chief Executive Designate joins Spectris
Board/Management Information Classification · 95% confidence The document is identified by the 'RNS Number' header and explicitly states it is provided by 'RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange'. The content announces that the Chief Executive Designate has joined the Board and also discloses a personal share purchase by this executive. The announcement of a change in senior management (Chief Executive Designate joining the Board) strongly points towards Board/Management Information (MANG). However, the disclosure of the executive's personal share purchase (insider trade) is a key component, which aligns with Director's Dealing (DIRS). Since the primary focus is the executive joining the board and the subsequent share purchase disclosure, and given that RNS is the distribution channel, we must choose the most specific category. The share purchase by a director/executive is explicitly covered by DIRS. If the document only announced the appointment, MANG would be appropriate. Since it includes the share transaction, DIRS is the most precise fit for the transaction disclosure, although MANG is also relevant. Given the dual nature, and the explicit mention of share purchase by the incoming executive, DIRS is selected as the specific insider transaction disclosure is present. Alternatively, since it is an RNS announcement about management change, MANG is also highly relevant. Let's re-evaluate based on the definitions. MANG is 'Announcement of changes in the company's board of directors or senior management.' DIRS is 'Report of personal share transactions by company directors and executives (insider trades).' Since both events are reported, and the executive joining the board is the context for the trade, MANG is the broader, context-setting event. However, the trade disclosure is a specific regulatory requirement often filed separately or alongside. Given the structure, it is primarily an announcement about management succession, which is MANG. The share purchase is secondary information related to that appointment. I will classify it as MANG as the primary news is the executive joining the board.
2018-09-03 English

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