Investor Update
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JBT Marel (JBTM) Investor Update summary

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Investor Update summary

3 Feb, 2026

Transaction overview and strategic rationale

  • JBT launched a voluntary takeover offer for all outstanding shares in Marel, aiming to combine two complementary leaders in food and beverage processing technology.

  • The merger is structured to offer Marel shareholders a mix of approximately 65% stock and 35% cash, with €950 million in cash and about 38% ownership in the new entity.

  • Marel shareholders can elect all cash (€3.60/share), all JBT stock (0.0407 shares/share), or a combination (€1.26 cash + 0.0265 shares/share), subject to proration.

  • The combined company, JBT Marel Corporation, will be headquartered in Chicago, with a European HQ and technology center in Iceland, and maintain a secondary listing on Nasdaq Iceland.

  • Governance will include representation from both legacy boards, with Brian Deck as CEO, Árni Sigurdsson as President, and Matt Meister as CFO.

Market positioning and growth drivers

  • The combined company will address resilient, growing end markets, including poultry, meat, fish, pet food, and beverages, with a balanced geographic footprint across Americas, EMEA, and APAC.

  • Estimated 2025 revenue is ~$4 billion, with nearly 50% recurring revenue and an adjusted EBITDA margin above 16%.

  • Protein consumption, especially poultry, is expected to grow in the low- to mid-single digits, driven by population and consumer trends.

  • The company expects to outpace end-market growth by supporting customer innovation, operational efficiency, and integrated solutions.

  • The combined workforce will exceed 12,000 employees, with a strong focus on customer care, digital solutions, and aftermarket services.

Synergies, financial outlook, and integration

  • Annual run-rate cost savings are targeted at $70 million within 12 months post-close, growing to over $125 million by year three.

  • Revenue synergies of over $75 million are expected by year three, mainly from integrated solutions and cross-selling.

  • Cash EPS accretion is expected within the first full year, with double-digit ROIC within five years and pro forma net leverage below 3.5x by year-end 2024.

  • Integration will be managed by a dedicated office and executive steering committee, leveraging best-in-class processes and third-party advisors, with a strong focus on culture and communication.

  • One-time integration costs are estimated at ~65% of annual run-rate savings.

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