Ringmetall SE (ISIN: DE000A3E5E55), a leading international specialist supplier in the packaging industry, held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) virtually in Munich on June 16th, with 75.94% of share capital represented, up from 70.7% the previous year. The high attendance underscored shareholder interest in the company's strategic direction amid a challenging economic environment.
For the 2025 financial year, Ringmetall increased consolidated revenue by 7.3% to EUR 187.7 million, primarily due to acquisitions made in 2024 and 2025. However, earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) decreased by 3.1% to EUR 23.0 million from EUR 23.7 million in the prior year. The decline reflects a one-off effect in the previous year, a weak US dollar, and subdued bag-in-box business. Despite the EBITDA dip, the company proposed an unchanged dividend of EUR 0.10 per share, which shareholders approved with 99.90% support.
Among the key agenda items, shareholders voted on the creation of new authorized capital for 2026, allowing cash and non-cash capital increases with the possibility of excluding subscription rights. This replaces the existing authorized capitals from 2018 and 2021, with corresponding amendments to the Articles of Association. The proposal received 92.07% approval. Other items, including the discharge of the Management Board and Supervisory Board and the election of auditors, also passed with over 95% approval.
CEO Christoph Petri commented, 2025 was a year of significant strategic steps for us, especially in the Liner business unit, which we have significantly strengthened through several acquisitions. We will continue on this path in 2026. Even though the market environment remains challenging, we remain confident about the further development.
The AGM results highlight Ringmetall's focus on growth through acquisitions and maintaining shareholder returns despite headwinds. The company's products, including secure closure systems and inner sleeves for industrial drums, serve the chemical, pharmaceutical, and food processing industries, as well as innovative packaging for beverages. With highly recyclable products, Ringmetall contributes to the circular economy and sustainability of its customers.
Further details on the AGM agenda items and the Ringmetall Group are available at www.ringmetall.de.
