Hephaestus Holdings (8173): INED Resignation and GEM Listing Rules Non-Compliance

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Oct 23, 2025

Hephaestus Holdings Limited (8173) announced the resignation of independent non-executive director (INED) Ms. Tong Yuk Ying Yannie, effective 23 October 2025, due to other business commitments. Ms. Tong was also the chairman of the Remuneration Committee and a member of the Audit and Nomination Committees.

Her departure leaves the board with fewer INEDs and committee members than the minimum required under rule 5.05(1) and 5.28 of the GEM Listing Rules. The Remuneration Committee lacks a chairman, falling short of rule 5.34. The company intends to identify suitable candidates within three months from 23 October 2025 to remedy these vacancies. Ms. Tong has confirmed no disagreement with the board, and the company expressed its gratitude for her contributions.

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