Leclanche SA, a leading energy storage solutions company listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange under ticker LECN, announced the results of its Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on July 22, 2026, at EXPLORiT 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 press release, the discharge of the members of the Board of Directors was approved. All five 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 company stated that it intends to convene its Annual General Meeting following the publication of the 2025 Annual Report. This EGM outcome reflects shareholder confidence in the current leadership and governance structure as Leclanche continues to focus on its low-carbon footprint energy storage solutions based on lithium-ion cell technology.
Leclanche, established in 1909 in Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland, has a long history in battery and energy storage innovation. The company operates three business units: energy storage solutions, e-Mobility solutions, and specialty battery systems, employing over 350 people across eight countries. Its production facilities in Germany complement its Swiss precision and quality reputation.
The re-election of the board and committee members is significant for stakeholders as it ensures continuity in strategic direction at a time when the energy storage industry is experiencing rapid growth due to the global shift toward renewable energy and electrification. The board's experience, including Chairman Lex Bentner's leadership, may influence Leclanche's ability to capitalize on market opportunities and navigate challenges in the competitive energy storage sector.
For investors, the EGM results provide reassurance of stable governance. Leclanche's shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under ISIN CH 011 030 311 9. The company's forward-looking statements, as noted in the press release, involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ from expectations.
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