Soltec unanimously approves the appointment of three new independent directors and one proprietary nominee

• The company has completed the selection process initiated last October by appointing Alberto José Artero Salvador, Luigi Pigorini, and Marcelino Oreja Arburua as independent directors by co-optation until their ratification at the next General Shareholders’ Meeting.
• The Board of Directors has also unanimously approved the co-optation appointment of Rubén Martínez García as a proprietary director, following the resignation of Marina Moreno Dólera, a proprietary director representing the shareholder Grupo Corporativo Sefran, due to personal reasons.

The Board of Directors of Soltec has unanimously approved, in a meeting held today, the co-optation appointment of Alberto José Artero Salvador, Luigi Pigorini, and Marcelino Oreja Arburua as independent directors until their ratification at the next General Shareholders’ Meeting.

These appointments reflect the ongoing renewal process of the Board of Directors, aimed at ensuring a robust and responsible governance structure that reinforces the company’s commitment to transparency and solidity.

The company has also announced that Marina Moreno Dólera, until now a proprietary director representing the shareholder Grupo Corporativo Sefran, has tendered her resignation from the Board of Directors, effective today, for personal reasons. Subsequently, the Board unanimously approved the co-optation appointment of Rubén Martínez García as a proprietary nominee, upon the proposal of the same shareholder, until his ratification at the next General Shareholders’ Meeting.

With these new appointments, the Board of Directors of Soltec stands out for its balance between independent and proprietary directors, as well as the professional diversity and outstanding experience of its members. As of December 26, 2024, the Board is composed of eight members: Marcos Sáez Nicolás, Mariano Berges del Estal, Rubén Martínez García, Raúl Morales Torres, José Francisco Morales Torres, Alberto José Artero Salvador, Luigi Pigorini, and Marcelino Oreja Arburua.

This composition ensures that the governing body adheres to standards of transparency and objectivity, protecting the interests and maximizing the value for all shareholders.

Proven Professional Track Records

Regarding the new independent directors, Alberto José Artero Salvador has a professional career spanning more than 25 years in key sectors such as banking, media, strategic consulting, and technology. He served as General Manager of El Confidencial, where he led a comprehensive transformation that drove the company’s growth. He currently holds roles as a partner and director in companies such as Vinces Consulting, Transparent Edge Services, and Greenvolt Next, focusing on strategic guidance, team management, and market opportunity analysis, with an emphasis on innovation and results.

Meanwhile, Luigi Pigorini stands out for his solid career of more than 40 years in the global financial sector, holding strategic leadership positions at Citigroup, where he led the transformation of operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) within Private Banking. His expertise includes key roles in areas such as investment banking, wealth management, and capital markets. He has also served on two boards of directors within Citigroup and is currently a member of the Audit Committee at ESAS Holding, bringing expertise in corporate governance, business transition strategies, and private markets.

Lastly, Marcelino Oreja Arburua is an industrial engineer with extensive experience in the energy, construction, and infrastructure sectors. He is currently an Operating Partner at Ardian and a board member of GreenYellow. He has served on numerous boards and held executive positions in various companies, notably as CEO of Enagás and General Manager of COMSA. With significant experience in industrial self-consumption projects and electrolyzers, he offers a global perspective on the energy sector, with in-depth knowledge of current dynamics and trends.

Regarding the new proprietary director, Rubén Martínez García, he has more than 17 years of experience in auditing, financial control, and administrative management. His career highlights include leading teams in auditing companies across various sectors, including energy, transportation, and food, as well as participating in complex processes such as mergers and bankruptcy proceedings at firms like ACR Auditors. He has also served as Director of Administration at La Manga Club and Inmogolf, managing accounting closures, treasury, and system migrations. Currently, he is the Financial Director at Zukán, S.L. and Financial Coordinator at Grupo Sefran, where he implements economic and financial strategies.