Iberdrola Expands Shareholders’ Conference Series Ahead of Annual General Meeting
Iberdrola has continued its nationwide Shareholders’ Conference initiative with a new event in Pamplona, reinforcing the company’s long-standing commitment to maintaining direct communication with investors and strengthening shareholder participation ahead of its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 29 May.
The conference in Pamplona forms part of a broader series of in-person meetings taking place across several Spanish cities. The initiative has grown significantly this year as Iberdrola seeks to deepen engagement with its investor base while commemorating the company’s 125th anniversary. Building on the success of previous editions, the utility giant has tripled the number of cities hosting these events, reflecting the company’s strategy of fostering transparent dialogue, active listening and closer ties with shareholders.
The Shareholders’ Conference series has already visited Valencia, Zaragoza and San Sebastián, attracting strong attendance and positive feedback from participants. Following the gathering in the Navarran capital, additional events are scheduled to take place in Madrid on 13 May and Bilbao on 26 May. Iberdrola expects the full program to bring together more than 2,000 shareholders, demonstrating the high level of interest among investors in understanding the company’s strategy, financial performance and future growth plans.
At the Pamplona meeting, held at the Tres Reyes Hotel, Iberdrola’s Investor Relations team presented an overview of the company’s achievements and strategic direction. The presentation highlighted the major milestones that have transformed Iberdrola into one of the world’s leading energy companies over the past quarter century. Company representatives explained how Iberdrola has evolved through large-scale investments in renewable energy, electricity networks and sustainable infrastructure, positioning itself at the forefront of the global energy transition.
A key focus of the conference was the company’s Strategic Plan through 2028, which outlines Iberdrola’s priorities for growth, infrastructure expansion and continued investment in clean energy technologies. Executives also reviewed the company’s strong financial performance during the 2025 fiscal year, emphasizing that Iberdrola once again achieved record earnings. The company reported profits exceeding €6.2 billion, underlining the resilience of its business model and the effectiveness of its long-term investment strategy.
The Shareholders’ Conference has increasingly become an important platform for direct interaction between Iberdrola’s management team and its investors. Through these events, shareholders are given the opportunity to hear first-hand updates about the company’s operations, strategic objectives and industry outlook. Participants can also ask questions, exchange views with executives and gain deeper insights into the factors shaping Iberdrola’s future development.
In addition to providing information about the company’s business performance, the conferences serve as a bridge between the management team and shareholders by creating a more personal and transparent environment. Iberdrola views the initiative as a central part of its broader governance model, which prioritizes communication, accessibility and shareholder involvement.
Attendees at the Pamplona event were also introduced to a special exhibition titled “125 Light Years,” created to celebrate Iberdrola’s 125th anniversary. The exhibition offered visitors a historical journey through the company’s evolution, showcasing the transformation of Iberdrola from its origins into a global energy leader.
Through a collection of photographs, archival documents and videos, the exhibition highlighted key moments in the company’s history. Visitors were able to explore images from the early days of Hidroeléctrica Ibérica, the company established at the beginning of the 20th century that would eventually evolve into modern-day Iberdrola. The exhibition included historical photographs of some of the company’s first hydroelectric facilities, electrical installations and infrastructure projects that contributed to Spain’s industrial growth and electrification.
The exhibition also illustrated how Iberdrola’s development has been closely linked with broader economic and industrial progress. Historical scenes of factories, power plants and communities connected through electricity demonstrated the transformative impact of energy infrastructure over the decades. More recent sections of the exhibition focused on the company’s international expansion, investments in renewable energy and digital transformation initiatives.
According to Iberdrola, the “125 Light Years” exhibition is intended not only to celebrate the company’s past achievements but also to reflect its ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability and societal development. The display emphasizes how the company has continuously adapted to changing technological, economic and environmental conditions throughout its history.
Alongside the conference series and anniversary celebrations, Iberdrola is also encouraging greater shareholder participation in the upcoming AGM by expanding digital and remote participation options. The company has continued to modernize its governance framework to make voting and shareholder engagement more accessible and efficient.
The AGM will once again be conducted using a hybrid format, allowing shareholders to attend either in person or remotely. Iberdrola has strengthened multiple communication and voting channels to facilitate participation before the meeting. Shareholders can engage through the company’s corporate website, telephone support services, email, instant messaging and traditional postal voting systems.
One of the features highlighted by the company is the simplification of the proxy voting process. The voting forms consolidate all shares owned by an investor, regardless of where the shares are deposited or managed. Iberdrola stated that this streamlined approach improves convenience and enhances security for shareholders by incorporating QR codes and dedicated access codes into the process.
The company considers these measures part of its broader effort to create a more open, sustainable and shareholder-friendly AGM model. Beyond the annual meeting itself, Iberdrola continues to operate ongoing communication channels through its Shareholder Office, Investor Relations Office and Virtual Shareholder Assistant, ensuring investors can maintain regular contact with the company throughout the year.
Another major topic discussed during the Shareholders’ Conference was Iberdrola’s shareholder remuneration policy. The Board of Directors has proposed a supplementary dividend of €0.427 per share for the 2025 financial year. This would be added to the interim dividend of €0.253 per share already distributed earlier in the year on 2 February.
If approved, the combined shareholder remuneration would bring Iberdrola’s total dividend distribution for the 2025 financial year to approximately €4.5 billion. The company emphasized that the proposal reflects its continued commitment to delivering attractive returns to investors while simultaneously investing heavily in future growth opportunities.
In addition to the ordinary dividend payments, Iberdrola is also proposing a loyalty dividend designed to encourage shareholder participation in the AGM. Under the proposal, shareholders would receive €1 gross for every 200 shares held, provided that attendance or representation at the AGM reaches at least 70% of the company’s share capital.
The loyalty dividend has become a distinctive element of Iberdrola’s shareholder engagement strategy, aimed at rewarding investors who actively participate in the company’s governance process. Company representatives noted that strong shareholder participation demonstrates confidence in Iberdrola’s long-term strategy and strengthens the relationship between the company and its investor community.
As Iberdrola approaches its Annual General Meeting later this month, the expanded Shareholders’ Conference series reflects the company’s broader emphasis on transparency, investor engagement and sustainable growth. By combining financial updates, strategic discussions, historical celebrations and interactive dialogue, the initiative continues to strengthen the connection between Iberdrola and its shareholders while reinforcing the company’s position as a major global energy leader.
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