ESAB (ESAB) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Meeting held virtually to enhance stockholder access and reduce environmental impact.

• Executive officers, directors, and representatives from the independent auditor attended.

• Meeting procedures and director information were made available to participants.

• The record date was March 18, 2026, and a quorum was confirmed.

• Three items of business were on the agenda, as detailed in the proxy statement.

Board and executive committee updates

• Nine director nominees were presented for election.

Overview of voting outcomes

• All nine director nominees received a majority of votes and were elected.

• Ratification of Ernst & Young LLP as auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, was approved.

• Advisory say on pay proposal received majority approval.

• Final voting results to be posted online and filed on Form 8-K within four business days.