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Trane Technologies PLC
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DEF: Trane Technologies Announces 2025 Annual General Meeting and Proxy Statement
Sentiment:
Proxy Statement
24 April 2025 6:21 AM
Trane Technologies sets date for 2025 Annual General Meeting, outlining key proposals for shareholder voting.
Better than expected
The company saw robust and broad-based demand for its innovative products and services, reflected in another year of outstanding financial performance.
The company is consistently delivering value for its shareholders, people, customers, communities and the planet.
Summary
- Trane Technologies will hold its Annual General Meeting on June 5, 2025, in Adare, County Limerick, Ireland.
- Shareholders of record as of April 10, 2025, are eligible to vote.
- The meeting will include votes on the election of 12 directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, appointment of independent auditors, and renewal of directors' authority to issue shares.
- The board recommends voting FOR all listed proposals.
- Shareholders can vote by internet, telephone, or mail.
- The proxy statement and annual report are available online at www.proxyvote.com.
- The company upholds high standards of corporate governance, including a majority of independent directors and board oversight of risk management and sustainability.
- Executive compensation programs are designed with a strong link between pay and performance.
- The Audit Committee recommends approving the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditors.
- The Board seeks renewal of its authority to issue shares and to issue shares for cash without first offering them to existing shareholders.
- The Board also seeks authorization to determine the price range at which the Company can reallot shares held as treasury shares.
Sentiment
Score: 8
Explanation: The document presents a positive outlook with strong financial performance and a commitment to sustainability, suggesting a favorable sentiment.
Positives
- Substantial majority of independent director nominees (11 of 12).
- Annual election of directors.
- Majority vote for directors.
- Lead Independent Director.
- Board oversight of risk management.
- Succession planning at all management levels, including for Board Members and Chair and Chief Executive Officer.
- Annual Board and committee self-assessments.
- Executive sessions of non-management directors.
- Continuing director education.
- Meaningful executive and director stock ownership guidelines.
- Board oversight of enterprise-wide sustainability program and strategy.
- Shareholders voted 87% in favor of the Companys Advisory Approval of the Compensation of our Named Executive Officers (NEOs) at our 2024 Annual General Meeting.
Future Outlook
The company aims to continue delivering value for shareholders, people, customers, communities and the planet through its purpose-driven strategy and investments in growth and innovation.
Industry Context
The document highlights Trane Technologies' commitment to sustainability and its alignment with industry trends focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- The company benchmarks its executive compensation against a peer group of 15 global companies, including Carrier Global Corporation, Eaton Corporation plc, and Honeywell International Inc.
- Trane Technologies' 3-Year TSR ranks at the 84th percentile of the companies in the S&P 500 Industrials Index.
- Trane Technologies' 3-Year Adjusted Cash Flow Return on Invested Capital (CROIC) ranks at the 78 th percentile of the companies in the S&P 500 Industrials Index.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Continued focus on long-term value creation and alignment of executive compensation with shareholder interests.
- Employees: Commitment to fair and competitive pay, pay equity, and a diverse, inclusive, and uplifting culture.
- Customers: Focus on providing innovative and sustainable products and services.
- Communities: Commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
Next Steps
- Shareholders to vote on proposals by June 4, 2025.
- Company to hold Annual General Meeting on June 5, 2025.
- Company to continue implementing its sustainability strategy and executive compensation programs.
Key Dates
- 2001: Ann C. Berzin appointed as Director
- 2013: John P. Surma appointed as Director
- 2015: Linda P. Hudson and Myles P. Lee appointed as Directors
- 2018: Kirk E. Arnold appointed as Director
- 2020: April Miller Boise appointed as Director
- 2021: David S. Regnery appointed as Director
- 2022: Melissa N. Schaeffer and Mark R. George appointed as Directors
- 2023: Ana P. Assis and John A. Hayes appointed as Directors
- 2025-04-10: Record date for Annual General Meeting
- 2025-04-24: Mailing of proxy materials begins
- 2025-06-02: Deadline for employee plan voting instructions
- 2025-06-04: Proxy voting deadline
- 2025-06-05: Annual General Meeting date
- 2025-12-25: Deadline for shareholder proposals for inclusion in the 2026 Proxy Statement
- 2026-03-07: Deadline for business proposals and nominations for director
Keywords
Annual General Meeting, Proxy Statement, Board of Directors, Shareholders, Executive Compensation, Director Election, Independent Auditors, Share Issuance, Corporate Governance, Sustainability, Trane Technologies
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Trane Technologies PLC
NYSE
Sector: Industrials
Filings with Classifications
Capital raise
6 June 2025 6:05 AM
Annual General Meeting Results
- Shareholders approved the renewal of the Directors' existing authority to issue shares.
- Shareholders also approved the renewal of the Directors' authority to issue shares for cash without first offering shares to existing shareholders, providing the company with flexibility for potential future capital raises, although no immediate capital raise was announced.
Better than expected
30 April 2025 12:09 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net revenues, gross profit margin, operating income, and net earnings all increased compared to the same period in 2024.
- Basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations also increased.
- The company's effective tax rate decreased compared to the same period in 2024.
Better than expected
30 April 2025 6:00 AM
Earnings Release
- The company's adjusted continuing EPS of $2.45 was up 26 percent year-over-year.
- The company's GAAP operating margin was up 250 basis points, adjusted operating margin was up 100 basis points and adjusted EBITDA margin was up 130 basis points.
- The company expects to perform towards the high-end of revenue and EPS guidance.
Better than expected
24 April 2025 6:21 AM
Proxy Statement
- The company saw robust and broad-based demand for its innovative products and services, reflected in another year of outstanding financial performance.
- The company is consistently delivering value for its shareholders, people, customers, communities and the planet.
Better than expected
30 January 2025 6:00 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue, earnings, and margin growth exceeded expectations, demonstrating strong financial performance.
- The free cash flow conversion was better than expected, indicating efficient cash management.
- The company's backlog provides a strong base for future revenue, which is a positive indicator.
Better than expected
30 October 2024 1:53 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net revenues, operating income, and net earnings all showed significant year-over-year increases, indicating better than expected performance.
- The company's gross profit margin improved, reflecting effective pricing strategies and productivity gains.
- The company's free cash flow was strong, indicating good cash management.
Better than expected
30 October 2024 6:00 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company exceeded expectations with an 11% increase in both reported and organic revenues.
- Adjusted continuing EPS was $3.37, a 21% increase year-over-year, surpassing previous estimates.
- The company raised its full-year revenue and adjusted EPS guidance for 2024, indicating confidence in future performance.
Better than expected
31 July 2024 2:12 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net revenue, gross profit margin, and operating income all exceeded expectations for the quarter.
- The company's free cash flow was significantly higher than the same period last year.
- The company's earnings per share were also better than expected.
Better than expected
31 July 2024 6:00 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue, earnings, and bookings all exceeded expectations, leading to an increase in full-year guidance.
Capital raise
7 June 2024 6:01 AM
Annual General Meeting Results
- The company has renewed the authority to issue shares, which could be used for future capital raising.
- The company has also renewed the authority to issue shares for cash without first offering them to existing shareholders, which could be used for future capital raising.
Better than expected
30 April 2024 1:55 PM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net revenues, operating income, and net earnings all exceeded prior year results.
- The company's gross profit margin improved significantly, indicating better profitability.
- The company's organic revenue growth was strong, demonstrating better underlying business performance.
Better than expected
30 April 2024 6:00 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue, earnings, and bookings all exceeded expectations, leading to a significant increase in full-year guidance.
Better than expected
25 April 2024 6:10 AM
Proxy Statement
- The company achieved organic revenue growth of 9%, exceeding expectations.
- Adjusted earnings per share grew by 23%, surpassing previous forecasts.
- Free cash flow increased by 37.4%, indicating strong financial health.
Better than expected
1 February 2024 6:19 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue, earnings, and margin growth exceeded expectations for both the fourth quarter and full year.
- The company's free cash flow conversion of 103% was better than expected.
- The company's backlog of $6.9 billion was better than expected.
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