Activist Murchinson Demands Special Meeting to Declassify Board, Remove Directors, and Block Major Deals

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Activist investor Murchinson Ltd., holding nearly 15% of Nano Dimension, has formally demanded a special shareholder meeting to declassify the board, remove three directors, and implement new governance rules requiring shareholder approval for major transactions and poison pills.

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• Activist Demands Special Meeting

  Murchinson Ltd. and its affiliates, holding a 14.87% stake, have formally demanded a special general meeting of shareholders after securing sufficient support.

• Proposals to Declassify Board

  The activist group seeks to amend the company's articles to declassify the Board of Directors and provide for annual director elections.

• Shareholder Approval for Major Transactions

  Proposals include requiring shareholder approval for any major M&A transactions exceeding $50 million individually or $100 million in aggregate, and for equity financings.

• Prohibition of Poison Pill Without Approval

  Murchinson also proposes adding an article to prohibit the adoption of a shareholder rights plan (poison pill) without prior shareholder approval.

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Murchinson Ltd. and its affiliates, a significant shareholder group, are escalating their activist campaign by formally demanding a special meeting. Their proposals aim to fundamentally alter Nano Dimension's corporate governance, including declassifying the board and requiring shareholder approval for significant M&A and equity financings. This move directly challenges the current board and management's control, especially as the company is undergoing a strategic alternatives review and has reported substantial losses. The outcome of this proxy battle will determine the future strategic direction and leadership of Nano Dimension.