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Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
PureTech Health: Results of Annual General Meeting
BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Annual General Meeting of PureTech Health plc (Nasdaq: PRTC, LSE: PRTC) ('PureTech Health' or the 'Company') was held at 11 a.m. EDT/4 p.m. BST on Monday, June 16, 2025. All of the resolutions proposed at the Annual General Meeting were duly passed by the shareholders on a poll. The results of the poll, incorporating the proxy votes lodged in advance of the meeting, are set out below. While all Resolutions were passed with significant majorities, the Board notes that Resolutions 2 and 9 received less than 80% of votes cast in favor. The Board has consistently taken steps to proactively engage with shareholders on remuneration and governance, including during 2024 and 2025. Consistent with prior practice, the Board will continue to engage with shareholders in the periods ahead and remains committed to maintaining open and constructive dialogue. The Company will provide an update on engagement within six months of today's Annual General Meeting, in accordance with the UK Corporate Governance Code 2024. About PureTech Health PureTech is a clinical-stage biotherapeutics company dedicated to giving life to new classes of medicine to change the lives of patients with devastating diseases. The Company has created a broad and deep portfolio through its experienced research and development team and its extensive network of scientists, clinicians, and industry leaders that is being advanced both internally and through its Founded Entities. PureTech's R&D engine has resulted in the development of 29 therapeutics and therapeutic candidates, including three that have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. A number of these programs are being advanced by PureTech or its Founded Entities in various indications and stages of clinical development, including registration-enabling studies. All of the underlying programs and platforms that resulted in this portfolio of therapeutic candidates were initially identified or discovered and then advanced by the PureTech team through key validation points. For more information, visit or connect with us on X (formerly Twitter) @puretechh. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains statement that are or may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements contained in this press release that do not relate to matters of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements, including without limitation statements that relate to our expectations around our therapeutic candidates and approach towards addressing major diseases, our future prospects, developments, and strategies. The forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other important factors that could cause actual results, performance and achievements to differ materially from current expectations, including, but not limited to, those risks, uncertainties and other important factors described under the caption "Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC and in our other regulatory filings. These forward-looking statements are based on assumptions regarding the present and future business strategies of the Company and the environment in which it will operate in the future. Each forward-looking statement speaks only as at the date of this press release. Except as required by law and regulatory requirements, we disclaim any obligation to update or revise these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
India Today
6 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Citroen C3 Limited Sport Edition launched, price starts at Rs 6.44 lakh
Citroen India has launched the C3 Limited Sport Edition at Rs 6.44 lakh (ex-showroom), a sportier and more dynamic version of its popular hatchback. Designed for buyers seeking style and standout performance, the new edition adds athletic flair and more grunt, along with a fresh exterior colour and feature enhancements. All the variants of C3, which include Live, Feel and Shine, are available with the Sport edition. advertisementLimited in number, the Sport Edition features 'Sport' decals, ambient cabin lighting, and sporty metal pedals. On the inside, it boasts custom seat covers, carpet mats, and seatbelt cushions—all styled to accentuate the car's energetic identity. The brand has also introduced a new exterior shade—Garnet Red—for the first time in the C3 line-up. Style and performance upgradeThe C3 Sport Edition is powered by the 1.2-litre turbo PureTech petrol engine, delivering 110bhp and 205Nm of torque. The 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine is also on the C3 Sport Edition, it generates 82bhp and 115Nm of peak torque. The turbo-petrol is available with both manual and automatic transmission options, while the naturally aspirated engine only comes with a manual transmission. advertisement The car accelerates from 0–100 km/h in just 10 seconds, and comes with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission, offering a smoother alternative to the automated manual transmissions (AMTs) commonly seen in the customisation In addition to the visual and mechanical upgrades, buyers can also opt for an optional Tech Kit, which includes a wireless charger and a dashcam, priced at Rs 15,000. The C3 Limited Sport Edition itself is priced at a premium of Rs 21,000 over the standard C3 variants. 'The C3 Sport Edition brings more energy, tech, and thrill to a car already known for its bold design and ride quality. It caters to a distinct generation of buyers who value individuality, performance, and everyday practicality,' said Kumar Priyesh, Business Head & Director – Automotive Brands, Stellantis India. The Citron C3 Limited Sport Edition is available for booking and purchase across all Citron dealerships in India. With a strong blend of sporty design, powerful performance, and practical technology, this special edition aims to reinforce Citron's positioning as a brand offering accessible innovation and standout styling in the compact car to Auto Today Magazine
The Citizen
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Approved: All-new Opel Grandland on its way to South Africa
Local range is yet to be finalised and unlike Europe, will either be a combustion engine-only affair, or have the option of at least a plug-in hybrid. Stellantis South Africa has given the greenlight for the Opel Grandland to be sold locally. Image: Opel An uncertainty until now, Stellantis South Africa has announced that the second generation Opel Grandland will become a market reality in July this year. A first for South Africa Unveiled last year in Europe by the Blitz and then later by UK sister brand Vauxhall, the Grandland will become the conglomerate's first model to have the STLA platform on local soil, in this case, the STLA Medium. ALSO READ: Early debut: Electrically assisted all-new Opel Grandland revealed Measuring 4 650 mm long, 1 905 mm wide and 1 660 mm, the platform translates to a wheelbase length of 2 784 mm, with the knock-off being 1 641-litres of boot space with the rear seats folded flat. EV or hybrid Still providing seating for the five, the Grandland shares its powertrains and platform with the Peugeot 5008, although it present, it remains unknown as to whether any will become available in South Africa. In Europe, the stalwart three-cylinder 1.2-litre PureTech turbo-petrol remains the base engine option, but with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system included, and connected to a new six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Producing 100kW/230Nm, the electric setup develops 28kW/55Nm on its own and, as with the previous Grandland, goes to the front wheels only. Grandland has a choice of combustion, hybrid and electric powertrains in Europe, however, options for South Africa are still under wraps. Image: Opel The only other petrol variant comes in the from of the plug-in hybrid, which combines the equally long serving four-cylinder 1.6-litre PureTech turbo with a 17.9-kWh battery pack. Paired to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, the system develops a combined 195kW/350Nm Opel says will lead to a top speed of 220 km/h. The claimed all-electric range is 87 km and, with the combustion engine included, a claimed 897 km. On the electric side, the Grandland has two sized battery packs; a 73-kWh and an 83-kWh, both developing 157kW/343Nm. Respective ranges are 365 km and 410 km. Notable spec In terms of specification, the Grandland receives Opel's latest Pure Panel consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10-inch or 16-inch infotainment system, Head-Up Display, a wireless smartphone charger hidden behind an illuminated translucid glass panel called the Pixel Box, massaging front seats and the latest Matrix IntelliLux LED headlights. Styled to resemble the Astra, the interior's centrepiece is the latest Pure Panel pair of displays. Image: Opel Taking care of safety is Adaptive Cruise Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, Automatic Emergency Braking, Park Assist and a 360-degree surround-view camera system. What South Africa should expect Priced from €36 100 (R746 104) in Germany where two trim levels are offered, Edition and sporty GS, the Grandland's South African line-up remains unknown, though it its likely that the mentioned grades will be offered as they do on the Mokka. While not expected to offer any of the electric variants, unconfirmed speculation suggests Opel could opt for a non-electrified version of the 1.2-litre PureTech, or perhaps introduce the plug-in hybrid as its first ever electrified vehicle in South Africa. As mentioned though, this is purely speculative and as such, more information will only become available within the coming weeks. ALSO READ: Next Opel Grandland debuting in 2025 minus combustion power
Otago Daily Times
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Otago Daily Times
Claw marks way of the future
ROAD TEST Commitment to modest-capacity, lion-hearted engines has been a Peugeot thing for a few years, but now it steps up. Remember the previous generation of this car? On arrival in 2016, it presented in three distinct trim levels and with a choice of three engines, a 1.6-litre petrol, and a pair of diesels, in 1.6 and 2.0-litres, all connected to an eight-speed automatic. All those have gone now. Today's car has a mild-hybrid powertrain based on the 1.2 "PureTech" three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, connected to a six-speed twin-clutch gearbox. That's it. It's a new age. The latest unit delivers less power and torque than previous offerings, but it almost matches the old diesels for economy and beats all the predecessor powertrains for low emissions. This is a stepping stone towards Peugeot's aim to be heavily electric by 2030; even now the 3008 and closely-related 5008 are produced in three strengths of electric-involved flavour. In either, above the "self-charging" type tested today, comes a plug-in hybrid. Beyond that sits a full electric. In New Zealand we just see the "self-charging" starter, logically because PHEV and EV sales have slackened a lot in the past year, and also because battery implementation comes at a cost. As is, the hybrids cost more than the previous generation types. The new GT on test is the priciest 3008 yet sold here. This 3008 is similarly-sized to the last, but it's on a wholly new platform, has a more rakish roofline and styling is bolder all-round, not least from front-on. Three claw-like daytime running lights complement slim LED headlights. Rather than a conventional upper grille, there's a panel adorned with a 3-D pattern where the brand's logo takes centre stage. It's certainly eye-catching and the detailing is amazing; but some will be uncertain. Don't pass final judgement until you see how it illuminates in darkness. The interior is also highly dressed, but with a twist. There's no talking Peugeot out of its polarising i-Cockpit layout with a tiny steering wheel. Even though the wheel rim is now flattened at the top, anyone tall may find themselves craning to see the bottom part of the digital instrument display. Nonetheless, the new ingredient of a vast curved 21-inch screen (technically two screens side-by-side) is a better solution than the small old instrument binnacle with a heads up display. The instrument-dedicated end of the screen is easy to read, and can therefore be fathomed at a glance; the infotainment side is more heavily-loaded and the decision to keep buttons to a minimum means you'd be wise to bone up on the shortcut provisions. The infotainment section is managed by Peugeot i-Connect, which features over-the-air map updates, Bluetooth, wireless smartphone connectivity and a multi-speaker stereo. It's clever and touch interactions are fast and seamless, but the microprocessors can be overwhelmed if you rush it too much; fast-firing through the audio modes to finally settle on the radio put the test car's system into a timeout frump, only resolved by turning the ignition completely off, then on again. The source plant for the 3008, Sochaux in France, is the world's oldest car factory still operating, having been commissioned in 1912, but it's been utterly modernised. The 3008 is said to be the pride of the place; they've knocked out more than 1million, and the test example was an exemplar of assembly excellence. That it was the first of thousands of test cars I've had to lack a bonnet stay was a chuckle-raising quirk, but I'd say this was more likely due to some Kiwi meddling than any line worker oversight. Gloss black exterior trim, alloy wheels, LED lights front and rear, keyless entry and starting, two-zone climate control, LED cabin lighting, heated mirrors and part-synthetic-leather upholstery are standard fare, but for the full Jean Paul Gaultier, the GT is the go. Eight-colour LED ambient lighting, a more bombastic stereo, heating for the steering wheel and front seats, a massage function for those chairs, and upholstery featuring tasteful Alcantara trim. The GT also stands out by having pixel-LED headlights with adaptive main beam and a unique tail light design, plus those Peugeot shield badges on the front wings. Across-the-board driver assist, crash avoidance and safety provision run to six airbags, autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, lane assist and blind-spot monitoring, plus front and rear parking sensors. The GT includes adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist, rear cross-traffic alert and 360-degree cameras to give a plan view of the car's surroundings. Safety evaluation by Euro NCAP and ANCAP has yet to occur. Peugeot will obviously be chasing a continuation of the maximum five-star rating achieved by previous iterations of the 3008. The "French-ness" is patent. Using fabric coverings on the dash panels is a touch of flair that creates a stylish and tactile surface atop regular plastics. The bank of built-in ambient lighting also feeds a high-end impression. Locating the drive selector high on the dash next to the air vents and beside the engine-start button is a quirk that takes some learning. Don't feel shame if you try to select gears with the "iToggle" shortcut controller closer to your left knee. Everyone does it. It's labelled as a "Drive mode", after all. The wiper and indicator controls are reversed in European style, but it's a shame that in respect to the split-level centre console, the lower part incorporating storage is also kept in left-hand-drive form, which adds awkwardness to accessing the large covered cubby with loads of storage space, plus USB-C ports. A more positive aspect is that as much as the coupe-SUV body shape might seem destined to compromise cabin space, it really doesn't. Rear headroom is good and boot space is generous, at 520 litres. The cargo area also features a split-level floor so you can create hidden storage. Fold the back seats down and luggage space rises to 1480 litres. The test car returned an average 6.3 litres per 100km overall from 512km operation. This was 1.1L/100km short of the count Peugeot claims under the WLTP test regime, but still seemed fair for a car of this size, given the mix of open road and urban driving. The on-board calculator reckoned, at the point of the car being handed back, there was enough left in the 55-litre tank for another 240km driving. Meantime, brand confidence that it can do a reasonable job in performance terms is not overly-optimistic. Sure, it's a car that entertains a measured pace. Yet though it sounds puny for a car of this size, by and large the powertrain delivers above expectation. Naturally, moments of full performance require the engine's neck to be thoroughly wrung, but at least it makes a nice noise when pushed hard. Settle back a bit and the powertrain's refinement is very good. Driving with a full load of occupants and a boot full of stuff will be the ultimate challenge, of course. That didn't happen on test, but the relatively modest 750kg/1200kg braked towing maximum suggests you can expect only so much from an engine so small. The Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes tweak the power steering assistance and throttle response and conceivably affect the hybrid side; for a long-duration city to city run, the car seemed perfectly happy in Normal; Sport stepped up the reactivity, but made it noisier. Urban use gives the best opportunity for the battery and 15.6kW electric motor, which can only wholly propel the car at low speeds and for short bursts, but more generally does a good job of assisting the combustion engine to make it more efficient. In my use, the car used full-electric sparingly and didn't need much encouragement to engage petrol; when cold, that happens with a bit of a jolt. Once everything warms up, it becomes unobtrusive. French brands like to make their cars fun, and there's a certain dollop of joie de vivre to the 3008. Yet overall there's nothing here that suggests it's the keenest dynamic choice. While the steering is quick and it doesn't mind being hustled through corners, the suspension has been tuned as much for comfort as body control. In saying that, the ride quality is a touch on the firm side. Not to the point that it gets you rattled, but you can tell when smooth tarmac turns to coarse chip. It runs a large tyre for this class of car and that might contribute to it being so attuned to texture feel. All in all, the 3008 has cleverly evolved a lot; this third generation is a big step from the last and bears very little commonality with the original. What began as a chubby family car offering a mix of MPV and SUV promise has transformed into a sleek coupe-SUV with far more technology and a much grander marketing aspiration. As a hybrid? It's good, but not spectacular; there are other efficiency champions around, some for less spend. AT A GLANCE PEUGEOT 3008 HYBRID GT Overall rating: ★★★★ Design and styling: ★★★★★ Interior: ★★★★ Performance: ★★★★ Ride and handling: ★★★★ Safety: ★★★★★ Environmental: ★★★★ SPECIFICATIONS Price: $62,480. Engine: 1199cc three-cylinder petrol engine with 48 volt hybrid assist; 100kW/230Nm, six-speed dual clutch automatic; front-wheel-drive. Safety rating: Untested. Wheels and tyres: Alloy wheels, 225/55 R19 tyres. Fuel and economy: 5.4l/100km, tank capacity 55 litres. Emissions: 122g per km on combined cycle. Dimensions: Length, 4542mm; width, 1895mm; height, 1641mm. By Richard Bosselman
Otago Daily Times
23-05-2025
- Automotive
- Otago Daily Times
Road Test: Claw marks way of the future
Commitment to modest-capacity, lion-hearted engines has been a Peugeot thing for a few years, but now it steps up. Remember the previous generation of this car? On arrival in 2016, it presented in three distinct trim levels and with a choice of three engines, a 1.6-litre petrol, and a pair of diesels, in 1.6 and 2.0-litres, all connected to an eight-speed automatic. All those have gone now. Today's car has a mild-hybrid powertrain based on the 1.2 "PureTech" three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, connected to a six-speed twin-clutch gearbox. That's it. It's a new age. The latest unit delivers less power and torque than previous offerings, but it almost matches the old diesels for economy and beats all the predecessor powertrains for low emissions. This is a stepping stone towards Peugeot's aim to be heavily electric by 2030; even now the 3008 and closely-related 5008 are produced in three strengths of electric-involved flavour. In either, above the "self-charging" type tested today, comes a plug-in hybrid. Beyond that sits a full electric. In New Zealand we just see the "self-charging" starter, logically because PHEV and EV sales have slackened a lot in the past year, and also because battery implementation comes at a cost. As is, the hybrids cost more than the previous generation types. The new GT on test is the priciest 3008 yet sold here. This 3008 is similarly-sized to the last, but it's on a wholly new platform, has a more rakish roofline and styling is bolder all-round, not least from front-on. Three claw-like daytime running lights complement slim LED headlights. Rather than a conventional upper grille, there's a panel adorned with a 3-D pattern where the brand's logo takes centre stage. It's certainly eye-catching and the detailing is amazing; but some will be uncertain. Don't pass final judgement until you see how it illuminates in darkness. The interior is also highly dressed, but with a twist. There's no talking Peugeot out of its polarising i-Cockpit layout with a tiny steering wheel. Even though the wheel rim is now flattened at the top, anyone tall may find themselves craning to see the bottom part of the digital instrument display. Nonetheless, the new ingredient of a vast curved 21-inch screen (technically two screens side-by-side) is a better solution than the small old instrument binnacle with a heads up display. The instrument-dedicated end of the screen is easy to read and can therefore be fathomed at a glance; the infotainment side is more heavily-loaded and the decision to keep buttons to a minimum means you'd be wise to bone up on the shortcut provisions. The infotainment section is managed by Peugeot i-Connect, which features over-the-air map updates, Bluetooth, wireless smartphone connectivity and a multi-speaker stereo. It's clever and touch interactions are fast and seamless, but the microprocessors can be overwhelmed if you rush it too much; fast-firing through the audio modes to finally settle on the radio put the test car's system into a timeout frump, only resolved by turning the ignition completely off, then on again. The source plant for the 3008, Sochaux in France, is the world's oldest car factory still operating, having been commissioned in 1912, but it's been utterly modernised. The 3008 is said to be the pride of the place; they've knocked out more than 1million, and the test example was an exemplar of assembly excellence. That it was the first of thousands of test cars I've had to lack a bonnet stay was a chuckle-raising quirk, but I'd say this was more likely due to some Kiwi meddling than any line worker oversight. Gloss black exterior trim, alloy wheels, LED lights front and rear, keyless entry and starting, two-zone climate control, LED cabin lighting, heated mirrors and part-synthetic-leather upholstery are standard fare, but for the full Jean Paul Gaultier, the GT is the go. Eight-colour LED ambient lighting, a more bombastic stereo, heating for the steering wheel and front seats, a massage function for those chairs, and upholstery featuring tasteful Alcantara trim. The GT also stands out by having pixel-LED headlights with adaptive main beam and a unique taillight design, plus those Peugeot shield badges on the front wings. Across-the-board driver assist, crash avoidance and safety provision run to six airbags, autonomous emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, lane assist and blind-spot monitoring, plus front and rear parking sensors. The GT includes adaptive cruise control with traffic jam assist, rear cross-traffic alert and 360-degree cameras to give a plan view of the car's surroundings. Safety evaluation by Euro NCAP and ANCAP has yet to occur. Peugeot will obviously be chasing a continuation of the maximum five-star rating achieved by previous iterations of the 3008. The "French-ness" is patent. Using fabric coverings on the dash panels is a touch of flair that creates a stylish and tactile surface atop regular plastics. The bank of built-in ambient lighting also feeds a high-end impression. Locating the drive selector high on the dash next to the air vents and beside the engine-start button is a quirk that takes some learning. Don't feel shame if you try to select gears with the "iToggle" shortcut controller closer to your left knee. Everyone does it. It's labelled as a "Drive mode", after all. The wiper and indicator controls are reversed in European style, but it's a shame that in respect to the split-level centre console, the lower part incorporating storage is also kept in left-hand-drive form, which adds awkwardness to accessing the large, covered cubby with loads of storage space, plus USB-C ports. A more positive aspect is that as much as the coupe-SUV body shape might seem destined to compromise cabin space, it really doesn't. Rear headroom is good, and boot space is generous, at 520 litres. The cargo area also features a split-level floor so you can create hidden storage. Fold the back seats down and luggage space rises to 1480 litres. The test car returned an average 6.3 litres per 100km overall from 512km operation. This was 1.1L/100km short of the count Peugeot claims under the WLTP test regime but still seemed fair for a car of this size, given the mix of open road and urban driving. The on-board calculator reckoned, at the point of the car being handed back, there was enough left in the 55-litre tank for another 240km driving. Meantime, brand confidence that it can do a reasonable job in performance terms is not overly-optimistic. Sure, it's a car that entertains a measured pace. Yet though it sounds puny for a car of this size, by and large the powertrain delivers above expectation. Naturally, moments of full performance require the engine's neck to be thoroughly wrung, but at least it makes a nice noise when pushed hard. Settle back a bit and the powertrain's refinement is very good. Driving with a full load of occupants and a boot full of stuff will be the ultimate challenge, of course. That didn't happen on test, but the relatively modest 750kg/1200kg braked towing maximum suggests you can expect only so much from an engine so small. The Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes tweak the power steering assistance and throttle response and conceivably affect the hybrid side; for a long-duration city to city run, the car seemed perfectly happy in Normal; Sport stepped up the reactivity but made it noisier. Urban use gives the best opportunity for the battery and 15.6kW electric motor, which can only wholly propel the car at low speeds and for short bursts, but more generally does a good job of assisting the combustion engine to make it more efficient. In my use, the car used full-electric sparingly and didn't need much encouragement to engage petrol; when cold, that happens with a bit of a jolt. Once everything warms up, it becomes unobtrusive. French brands like to make their cars fun, and there's a certain dollop of joie de vivre to the 3008. Yet, overall, there's nothing here that suggests it's the keenest dynamic choice. While the steering is quick and it doesn't mind being hustled through corners, the suspension has been tuned as much for comfort as body control. In saying that, the ride quality is a touch on the firm side. Not to the point that it gets you rattled, but you can tell when smooth tarmac turns to coarse chip. It runs a large tyre for this class of car and that might contribute to it being so attuned to texture feel. All in all, the 3008 has cleverly evolved a lot; this third generation is a big step from the last and bears very little commonality with the original. What began as a chubby family car offering a mix of MPV and SUV promise has transformed into a sleek coupe-SUV with far more technology and a much grander marketing aspiration. As a hybrid? It's good, but not spectacular; there are other efficiency champions around, some for less spend. Peugeot 3008 Hybrid GT Overall rating: ★★★★ Design and styling: ★★★★★ Interior: ★★★★ Performance: ★★★★ Ride and handling: ★★★★ Safety: ★★★★★ Environmental: ★★★★ Specifications Price: $62,480. Engine: 1199cc three-cylinder petrol engine with 48-volt hybrid assist; 100kW/230Nm, six-speed dual clutch automatic; front-wheel-drive. Safety rating: Untested. Wheels and tyres: Alloy wheels, 225/55 R19 tyres. Fuel and economy: 5.4l/100km, tank capacity 55 litres. Emissions: 122g per km on combined cycle. Dimensions: Length, 4542mm; width, 1895mm; height, 1641mm.
