Brenntag (BNR) Investor presentation summary

Supervisory board composition and elections

• Board comprises highly qualified members with diverse international backgrounds and expertise in chemical industry, ESG, technology, finance, and governance.

• 2026 elections propose re-election of Ulrich M. Harnacke and new candidates Guus Dekkers and Claudine Mollenkopf, bringing skills in IT, digital transformation, and chemical industry leadership.

• Board maintains balanced gender diversity (38% female), independence, and a mix of tenures and nationalities.

• Three specialized committees oversee nominations, audit/compliance, and transformation/ESG, ensuring focused governance.

• High meeting attendance (99%) reflects strong dedication and engagement.

Remuneration system and governance practices

• 2026 remuneration system aligns with company priorities, featuring short-term incentives based on EBITDA, working capital, and gross profit, and long-term incentives split 50/50 between RSUs and PSUs linked to TSR and ESG.

• Maximum remuneration increased to €10m for the chair and €6.5m for other board members, with strict share ownership guidelines.

• Supervisory board members receive fixed and committee-based remuneration, with a personal investment requirement in company shares.

• Two-tier governance structure with clear age (70 years) and tenure (12 years) limits for board members.

• Recognized as a corporate governance leader, ranked 1st in the DVFA German Corporate Governance Ranking in 2024 and 2025.

ESG leadership and sustainability commitments

• Committed to net-zero GHG emissions by 2050, with validated science-based targets and significant reductions in Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

• Strong ESG ratings from multiple agencies, including Sustainalytics, ISS ESG, Ecovadis, CDP, MSCI, and S&P Global.

• Active participation in global sustainability initiatives and industry programs.

• Focus on responsible distribution, circular economy, safety, human rights, and diverse workforce.

• ESG and digitalization strategies are overseen by a dedicated board committee.