Axalta and AkzoNobel amend merger governance: annual director elections after 3 years, 2/3 threshold

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd.

Annual re-election of all MergeCo directors after initial three-year period (previously five years) following merger completion.
Approval threshold reduced to two-thirds of non-executive directors (from 75%) for director appointments, CEO/CFO changes, and remuneration policy amendments during initial three years.
Changes follow shareholder dialogue; EGM and SGM for merger vote remain scheduled for August 5, 2026.
Amendment No. 2 to Merger Agreement executed July 23, 2026; no changes to deal value or expected close.

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