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Ticker · SPT ISIN · GB0004726096 LEI · 213800HKCUNWP1916L38 IL Telecommunications, computer programming, consultancy, computing infrastructure, and other information service activities
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Filings indexed 1,706 across all filing types
Latest filing 2024-07-19 M&A Activity
Country GB United Kingdom
Listing IL SPT

About Spirent Communications PLC

https://www.spirent.com/

Spirent Communications is a global provider of automated testing and assurance solutions for networks, cybersecurity, and positioning. The company's portfolio enables technology developers, service providers, and enterprises to validate and optimize new technologies and services throughout their lifecycle. Key offerings include solutions for validating 5G and next-generation networks, ensuring the performance of positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) systems through GNSS simulation, and testing security infrastructure against threats. Spirent's solutions are designed to help customers accelerate development, reduce operational complexity, enhance user experience, and secure their networks and devices. The company supports innovation in development labs, communication networks, and IT organizations by providing tools to manage the increasing complexity and security vulnerabilities of modern technologies.

Recent filings

Filing Released Lang Actions
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
M&A Activity Classification · 98% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" 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 interest in relevant securities during a takeover situation. This type of disclosure relates specifically to insider/major shareholder activity during a takeover bid, which falls under the scope of M&A activity or significant shareholding changes, but the specific nature of the filing (Rule 8.3) is most closely aligned with regulatory disclosures concerning takeover activity. Since there is a specific category for M&A Activity (TAR), and this document is a direct consequence of a takeover situation (Spirent Communications plc is the offeree), TAR is the most appropriate classification, as it details the position and dealings of a major shareholder/stakeholder during the bid process. It is not a general Director's Dealing (DIRS) as it is tied to a specific takeover code requirement.
2024-07-19 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure required under the UK Takeover Code when a person holding interests in relevant securities representing 1% or more deals during an offer period. This form discloses positions and dealings related to a takeover situation. While it involves director/insider-like activity (dealing disclosure), its specific context under the Takeover Code makes it distinct from standard Director's Dealing (DIRS) reports (which are typically SEC Form 4s or similar). It is a specific regulatory disclosure related to a potential M&A event (takeover). Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Code Disclosure Form 8.3', and it relates directly to a takeover/merger proposal involving Spirent Communications plc, the closest fitting category is M&A Activity (TAR). However, given the structure and nature of the disclosure (a specific regulatory filing about insider/significant shareholder dealing during an offer), it is a highly specific regulatory filing. If 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is interpreted broadly to include all filings related to an active M&A event, it fits best there. If we strictly adhere to the provided definitions, it is a regulatory filing concerning a transaction related to an offer. Given the context of a takeover code disclosure, TAR is the most relevant category.
2024-07-18 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and contains the header "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 interests and dealings in securities during a takeover offer, which falls under regulatory disclosure related to corporate actions, specifically takeovers. While it is a regulatory filing, the specific nature of disclosing director/insider dealings or major shareholdings is more precise than the general 'RNS' or 'DIRS' (which usually refers to director's personal trades, not mandatory takeover code disclosures by large investors). However, Form 8.3 disclosures are fundamentally about insider/major shareholder activity during a takeover context. Given the options, this type of mandatory disclosure related to a takeover bid (which often involves major shareholding changes and insider activity) is best categorized as a specific type of regulatory filing. Since there is no specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', and it details the position of a significant shareholder (Millennium International Management LP) in relation to an offeree (Spirent Communications plc), it strongly relates to Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ) or general Regulatory Filings (RNS). Because it is a mandatory disclosure under the Takeover Code, it is a specific regulatory event. Given the context of dealing disclosures by a major holder during a potential takeover, it is closest to a Major Shareholding Notification (MRQ) or a specific Regulatory Filing (RNS). Since it is a formal disclosure required by the Takeover Panel, RNS (Regulatory Filings) is the most appropriate general category for mandatory, non-standard financial reports, although MRQ is also relevant for the 2.958% holding. I will classify it as RNS as it is a specific regulatory disclosure form (Form 8.3) mandated by the Takeover Code, which is a broader regulatory event than just a routine major shareholding update outside of a bid context.
2024-07-17 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is a mandatory disclosure required when a person or entity acquires or deals in relevant securities during a takeover offer, specifically disclosing their opening position or dealing activity. This type of filing relates directly to insider/major shareholder activity during a takeover scenario. While it involves dealing by a major shareholder, the specific context of the Takeover Code (Rule 8.3) points towards disclosures related to M&A activity or significant shareholding changes during a bid. Since the definitions provided do not have a specific code for 'Takeover Disclosure Form 8.3', I must choose the closest fit. 'TAR' (M&A Activity) is the most relevant category as this disclosure is triggered by a takeover situation involving Spirent Communications plc. 'MRQ' (Major Shareholding Notification) is also relevant, but TAR is more specific to the context implied by the Takeover Code reference.
2024-07-16 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". This form is a Public Opening Position Disclosure/Dealing Disclosure made by a person holding 1% or more interest in relevant securities during a takeover situation. This type of disclosure relates directly to the ongoing M&A activity (takeover bid) involving the offeree company (Spirent Communications plc). Therefore, the most appropriate classification is M&A Activity (TAR).
2024-07-15 English
Form 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc
Major Shareholding Notification Classification · 99% confidence The document is explicitly titled "FORM 8.3 - Spirent Communications plc" and references "Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”)". Form 8.3 is a mandatory disclosure required under the UK Takeover Code when a person acquires or disposes of interests in the relevant securities of an offeror or offeree, particularly when they hold 1% or more. This type of filing relates to insider dealings or significant ownership changes during a takeover or potential takeover scenario. While it involves director/insider activity (similar to DIRS), the specific context of the Takeover Code disclosure (Form 8.3) is most closely related to M&A activity or significant shareholding changes during a bid. Given the options, this disclosure is a direct consequence of a takeover/merger situation involving Spirent Communications plc. Therefore, it aligns best with the M&A Activity category (TAR), as it reports positions related to an offer. It is not a general Director's Dealing (DIRS) which is usually a Form 3/4 equivalent or a general change in major shareholding (MRQ) which is less specific to a takeover context.
2024-07-11 English

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