Colombo, 31 August 2026 – CEYLON TEA BROKERS PLC (CTB), a prominent name in Sri Lanka’s tea industry, has announced that its 17th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held as a Virtual Meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at 12:00 noon. This decision aligns with the guidelines issued by the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) for hosting virtual AGMs, ensuring shareholder participation while prioritizing safety and convenience.
Virtual Platform Ensures Broad Participation
In adherence to the prevailing corporate governance standards and technology adoption, CEYLON TEA BROKERS PLC (Company Reg. No. PB 1280 / PQ) will facilitate the AGM through an online meeting platform, specifically Zoom. While key officials essential for the administration of the meeting will be physically present at a designated venue, all shareholders and proxy holders are expected to participate remotely.
Registration Process for Shareholders
Shareholders and proxy holders keen to attend the 17th AGM virtually must notify the Company’s Registrars of their intention. A dedicated Registration Form is available on the corporate website of CEYLON TEA BROKERS PLC and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) website. This form must be completed and deposited at the Registrars of the Company, Corporate Solutions Unit, Central Depository Systems (Pvt) Limited, located at Ground Floor, M & M Centre, 341/5, Kotte Road, Rajagiriya, or emailed to agm_egm_registrars@cse.lk. The deadline for registration is 1:00 p.m. on September 28, 2026.
Proxy Appointments and Voting Procedures
Shareholders unable to attend the virtual meeting retain the right to appoint a proxy to vote on their behalf. The Form of Proxy, which allows for including voting preferences on resolutions, should be duly completed and deposited at the Registered Office of the Company, No. 481, T. B. Jaya Mawatha, Colombo 10, or emailed to indika@ceylonteabrokers.com by 1:00 p.m. on September 28, 2026. Login information for virtual participation will be shared exclusively with registered shareholders, valid proxy holders, and authorized representatives of institutional shareholders. The Company emphasizes that it will not be responsible for any misuse of login details.
Voting on agenda items will be conducted through a dedicated Polling App or an ancillary online application, details of which will be provided prior to the commencement of the meeting. Participants are required to identify themselves when voting and when speaking during the allotted time for shareholder comments, as directed by the Chairman.
Access to Annual Report and Key Documents
The Annual Report 2025/26 of CEYLON TEA BROKERS PLC is readily available for download, offering shareholders comprehensive insights into the Company’s performance. It can be accessed through:
- The corporate website of CEYLON TEA BROKERS PLC: www.ceylonteabrokers.com/financial-reports/
- The Colombo Stock Exchange Website: www.cse.lk/company-profile?symbol=CTBL.N0000
Shareholders can also scan a QR code provided by the Company to access the report on mobile devices. For those preferring a printed copy, requests can be made to Mr. Indika Abeyarathne, Assistant Manager Finance, via telephone at 011 4607732 or email at indika@ceylonteabrokers.com during working hours (10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on any working day).
The Notice of Meeting, Form of Proxy, and other crucial documents pertaining to the AGM are also available on the Company’s website at www.ceylonteabrokers.com/ceylon-tea-brokers-agm-2026/ and the CSE website.
Shareholder Queries and Technical Assistance
To ensure a smooth virtual experience, shareholders can submit any queries related to the AGM to Mr. Kasun Seneviratne, Associate Senior Manager-Finance, at kasun@ceylonteabrokers.com by 1:00 p.m. on September 28, 2026.
For technical assistance with connecting to the online meeting platform, shareholders registered for virtual participation can contact Mr. Indika Abeyratne on Tel: 077 292 2593 or email indika@ceylonteabrokers.com.
CEYLON TEA BROKERS PLC affirms its commitment to keeping shareholders informed, noting that any further actions or changes regarding the meeting in line with government directives will be communicated via an announcement to the CSE and published on the Company’s website.
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