Hillenbrand (HI) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Special Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for January 8, 2026, to vote on a proposed merger with Lone Star.

• Board of Directors unanimously recommends voting in favor of the merger and related proposals.

• Shareholders are urged to vote promptly, as non-voting will count as a vote against the merger.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Main item for shareholder vote is the approval of the merger with Lone Star.

• Related proposals associated with the merger are also up for approval.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board has taken a unified stance in recommending the merger.

• Communication to shareholders signed by the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary.