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Solvay’s Ordinary General Shareholders’ Meeting in Brussels saw all resolutions approved with over 90% shareholder support. The company announced a gross dividend of €2.43 per share for 2025, following an interim payment of €0.97 per share in January 2026. The remaining €1.46 per share will be distributed starting 20 May 2026. Shareholders also re-elected independent Director Pierre Gurdjian for a four-year term, reinforcing governance stability.

Pierre Gurdjian’s re-election as independent Director was confirmed by shareholders, extending his mandate through 2030. The meeting’s outcomes, including voting details and CEO presentations, are now accessible on Solvay’s Shareholders' meetings page. The company emphasized transparency in its governance processes following the vote.

Solvay operates as a global chemical company with a workforce of approximately 8,400 employees, tracing its origins to Ernest Solvay’s 1863 innovations in soda ash production. The company focuses on delivering essential chemical solutions worldwide, addressing needs such as air and water purification, food preservation, and sustainable materials.

With €4.3 billion in underlying net sales in 2025, Solvay is listed on Euronext Brussels and Paris under the ticker SOLB. The company remains committed to sustainability, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2050 while supporting a fair transition. Additional information is available on solvay.com or via LinkedIn.