Solstice Advanced Materials (SOLS) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Positioned as a differentiated advanced materials company with a 130+ year legacy and focus on innovation in cooling, computing, safety, nuclear, and healthcare sectors.

• Operates independently post-spin-off from Honeywell, leveraging a strong balance sheet and refined strategy for growth.

• Reported $3.9 billion in net sales for 2025, with a global footprint spanning 120 countries and 20 manufacturing sites.

• Achieved a 24.6% adjusted standalone EBITDA margin in 2025, serving over 3,000 customers and maintaining top-quartile safety performance.

• Emphasizes a mission-driven culture centered on safety, integrity, innovation, and customer focus.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Shareholders to vote on election of Class I director nominees, ratification of Deloitte as independent auditor, advisory approval of executive compensation, and frequency of say-on-pay vote (recommended as annual).

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board comprises experienced leaders with diverse backgrounds in strategy, global operations, regulated industries, and innovation.

• Emphasis on independence, diversity, and alignment with long-term strategic vision; 8 of 9 directors are independent, with a mix of CEO and senior leadership experience.

• Transitioning to annual director elections starting in 2028, moving away from a classified board structure.