Colombo, 01 September 2026 – ACME Printing & Packaging PLC (CSE: ACME) has announced that its Seventy Seventh Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be conducted as a virtual meeting on Monday, 28th September 2026, at 10:00 a.m. This decision aligns with the company’s Articles of Association and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) guidelines for virtual meetings, ensuring shareholder participation while prioritizing safety and convenience.
The announcement, made via a circular to shareholders dated 31st August 2026, details the procedures for participation, access to company documents, and the key items on the agenda for this significant corporate event.
Seamless Virtual Participation for Shareholders
To facilitate a smooth virtual experience, ACME Printing & Packaging PLC will utilize an online meeting platform, requiring shareholders to register their intent to participate. Shareholders wishing to attend the virtual AGM are requested to complete and return the Registration Form, available on the Colombo Stock Exchange website, to the company’s Registered Office at No.98, Sri Sangaraja Mawatha, Colombo 10, or via email to sameera.g@acmelk.com. This must be done at least three days prior to the meeting date.
Upon successful registration, eligible shareholders or their duly nominated proxies will receive virtual meeting login credentials via email. For optimal access, participants are advised to download the “Zoom Mobile App” for smartphone use or the “Zoom Desktop App” for desktop computers.
Accessing the Annual Report and Submitting Queries
The Annual Report for the Financial Year ended 31st March 2026 is readily available on the CSE website. Shareholders who prefer a printed copy can submit a written request using the Form of Request available on the same CSE portal. These requests should be sent to the company’s Registered Address or via email to sameera.g@acmelk.com. Printed copies will be dispatched within eight market days from the receipt of the request, subject to postal service conditions.
For any assistance with downloading or accessing documents, shareholders can contact Mr. Sameera Gamage on 011 4641818 or via email at sameera.g@acmelk.com between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on working days.
Shareholders unable to attend the meeting but wishing to raise questions are encouraged to submit their queries in writing to the company via email (sameera.g@acmelk.com) or post at least five days before the AGM. This allows the Company Secretaries to compile and forward questions to the Board of Directors for a comprehensive response during the meeting.
Key Resolutions on the Agenda
The 77th AGM will address several crucial matters, including:
- Receiving and considering the Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31st March 2026, along with the Annual Report of the Board of Directors and Auditors.
- Re-electing Mr. P.S. Goonewardene and Mr. M.S.M.A. Samaratunga as Directors, who retire by rotation or in terms of the Articles of Association.
- Considering and passing Ordinary Resolutions for the re-appointment of Mr. A. Hettiarachchy (aged 77) and Mr. S.D.R. Arudpragasam (aged 75) as Directors, in compliance with Section 211 of the Companies Act No.7 of 2007, given they are over 70 years of age.
- Authorizing the Board of Directors to determine contributions to charities.
- Noting the deemed re-appointment of KPMG, Chartered Accountants, as Auditors in terms of Section 158 of the Companies Act No. 07 of 2007.
Proxy Appointments and Important Deadlines
Shareholders unable to attend the virtual AGM are entitled to appoint a proxy to represent them and vote on their behalf. The Form of Proxy is enclosed with the circular and must be completed and deposited at the company’s Registered Office not later than 48 hours before the scheduled time of the meeting.
ACME Printing & Packaging PLC urges all shareholders to take note of these important dates and procedures to ensure their voices are heard at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.
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