Shareholders to Vote on 20% Potential Share Dilution and $12.7B Accumulated Losses

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Transocean Ltd. has filed its definitive proxy statement, seeking shareholder approval for a significant 20% potential share dilution and the carry-forward of $12.7 billion in accumulated losses, alongside routine governance matters.

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• Share Dilution Proposal

  Shareholders will vote on authorizing the issuance of up to 240.8 million new shares, representing approximately 20% potential dilution of current outstanding shares.

• Accumulated Losses Approval

  Proposal to approve carrying forward $12.715 billion in accumulated losses for fiscal year 2025, following a $2.915 billion net loss.

• Future Share Repurchase Authority

  The Board also seeks authority to cancel up to 120.4 million shares (10% of issued shares) under a future repurchase program, though no current plans are in place.

• Board & Compensation Elections

  Includes routine proposals for the election of 11 directors, the Executive Chair, Compensation Committee members, and advisory votes on executive compensation.

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This definitive proxy statement outlines critical proposals for Transocean's upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 22, 2026. The most impactful proposal is the request for shareholder authorization to issue up to 240.8 million new shares, representing approximately 20% potential dilution of current outstanding shares. This comes after the company reported a substantial net loss of $2.915 billion for 2025, contributing to $12.715 billion in accumulated losses that shareholders are also asked to approve carrying forward. While the Board also seeks authority to cancel up to 120.4 million shares under a future repurchase program, no current plans for such a program exist, making the potential for significant dilution a primary concern for investors. The filing also includes routine proposals for director elections and executive compensation.