Leclanche SA (SIX: LECN), a leading energy storage solutions provider, announced the results of its Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on July 22, 2026, in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland. Shareholders voted on proposals submitted by the Board of Directors, including the discharge of board members and the election of directors, the Chairman, and the Appointment and Remuneration Committee.
According to the company's press release on NewMediaWire, the discharge of the members of the Board of Directors was approved. All five current board members—Mr. Lex Bentner, Mr. Marc Lepiece, Mr. Christophe Manset, Mr. Jean-Michel Pacaud, and Mr. Raphael Houillon—were re-elected. Mr. Lex Bentner was re-elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Additionally, Mr. Bentner, Mr. Lepiece, and Mr. Manset were re-elected to the Appointment and Remuneration Committee.
The EGM's outcomes reflect shareholder support for the company's leadership amid its ongoing efforts to expand low-carbon footprint energy storage solutions. Leclanche, established in 1909 and headquartered in Yverdon-les-Bains, operates three business units: energy storage solutions, e-Mobility solutions, and specialty battery systems. The company employs over 350 people with offices in eight countries.
Leclanche intends to convene its Annual General Meeting following the publication of the 2025 Annual Report. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker LECN (ISIN CH 011 030 311 9).
The re-election of the board comes at a time when the company is focusing on its strategic goals, including ramping up production capacity and expanding its market presence in energy storage. Leclanche's Swiss heritage and production facilities in Germany position it as a partner for companies seeking advanced battery performance in the transition to cleaner energy.
Forward-looking statements in the press release caution that actual results may differ materially due to risks and uncertainties. The company disclaims any obligation to update these statements.
