Basler AG Shareholders Approve Dividend and Board Elections at Annual General Meeting

Basler AG, a leading provider of computer vision technology, held its annual general meeting today at the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce, where shareholders approved all proposed agenda items by a large majority. The approved items include the appropriation of retained earnings for the 2025 fiscal year, resulting in a dividend of EUR 0.11 per dividend-bearing share, and the discharge of the management board and supervisory board for their actions in 2025. Additionally, shareholders ratified the appointment of the auditor for the 2026 fiscal year and elected Prof. Dr. Mirja Steinkamp to the supervisory board. Dr. Dietmar Ley was elected in a by-election to the supervisory board, replacing Horst W. Garbrecht, who stepped down effective the date of the meeting.

The meeting also approved the compensation report and system for the management board, as well as an inflation adjustment bonus for supervisory board members for the 2025/2026 fiscal year. Following the elections, Norbert Basler continues as chairman of the supervisory board, with Dr. Dietmar Ley assuming the role of vice chairman. These decisions underscore the shareholders' confidence in the company's strategic direction and governance.

Basler AG, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Ahrensburg, Germany, employs approximately 850 people across Europe, Asia, and North America. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of image processing hardware and software, and collaborates with clients to develop custom vision solutions. More details on the voting results and other meeting information are available on the company's website at Basler AG Annual General Meeting.

The approval of the dividend reflects Basler AG's commitment to returning value to shareholders while maintaining financial strength for future investments. The company's continued focus on computer vision technology positions it well in a growing market, with applications in automation, quality inspection, and robotics. The election of experienced board members like Prof. Dr. Mirja Steinkamp and Dr. Dietmar Ley brings additional expertise to guide the company's strategic initiatives.

Basler AG's stock is listed under ISIN DE 0005102008. The company's leadership, including CEO Hardy Mehl, expressed gratitude for the shareholders' support and reaffirmed their dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction. As the computer vision industry evolves, Basler AG remains at the forefront, leveraging its deep expertise to address emerging challenges and opportunities.