Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) awards 100,111 RSUs to R&D CMO
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
4
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Lowry Simon C reported acquisition or exercise transactions in this Form 4 filing.
Emergent BioSolutions Inc. granted SVP, R&D, CMO Simon C. Lowry 100,111 shares of common stock in the form of restricted stock units. The award was approved by the Compensation Committee on March 2, 2026 and became effective after stockholders approved the Amended Stock Incentive Plan on April 29, 2026.
The restricted stock units vest in three annual installments beginning on the anniversary of the approval date, assuming continued service. Each unit entitles Lowry to receive one share of common stock, bringing his direct holdings to 177,914 shares after the grant.
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
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Insider
Lowry Simon C
Role
SVP, R&D, CMO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant/Award | Common Stock | 100,111 | $0.00 | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Common Stock — 177,914 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
- The restricted stock unit grant was approved by the Compensation Committee of Emergent BioSolutions Inc. (the "Company"), on March 2, 2026, subject to stockholder approval of an amendment of the Company's 2006 Stock Incentive Plan (the "Amended Stock Incentive Plan"), under which the restricted stock units were granted. The Company's stockholders approved the Amended Stock Incentive Plan on April 29, 2026. Consists of restricted stock units granted under the Company's Amended Stock Incentive Plan. These restricted stock units vest in three annual installments beginning on the anniversary of the date of approval, assuming continued service with the Company. Each restricted stock unit represents the right of the Reporting Person to receive one share of common stock of Emergent BioSolutions Inc., subject to adjustment as provided in the grant agreement.
Key Figures
RSUs granted: 100,111 shares
Holdings after grant: 177,914 shares
Committee approval date: March 2, 2026
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RSUs granted
100,111 shares
Restricted stock units awarded to Simon C. Lowry
Holdings after grant
177,914 shares
Total direct common stock holdings following transaction
Committee approval date
March 2, 2026
Compensation Committee approval of RSU grant
Stockholder approval date
April 29, 2026
Stockholders approved Amended Stock Incentive Plan
Vesting schedule
Three annual installments
RSUs vest annually beginning on approval anniversary
Key Terms
restricted stock units, Amended Stock Incentive Plan, Compensation Committee, vest in three annual installments
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restricted stock units financial
"Consists of restricted stock units granted under the Company's Amended Stock Incentive Plan."
Restricted stock units are a type of company reward where employees are promised shares of stock, but they only fully own these shares after meeting certain conditions, like staying with the company for a set time. They matter because they can become valuable assets and are often used to motivate employees to help the company succeed.
Amended Stock Incentive Plan financial
"subject to stockholder approval of an amendment of the Company's 2006 Stock Incentive Plan (the "Amended Stock Incentive Plan")."
Compensation Committee financial
"The restricted stock unit grant was approved by the Compensation Committee of Emergent BioSolutions Inc."
A compensation committee is a group within a company's leadership responsible for setting and reviewing how much top executives and employees are paid, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits. It matters to investors because fair and effective pay decisions can influence a company's performance, leadership motivation, and overall governance, helping ensure that the company’s management is aligned with shareholders’ interests.
vest in three annual installments financial
"These restricted stock units vest in three annual installments beginning on the anniversary of the date of approval,"
FAQ
What did Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) disclose in this Form 4 for Simon C. Lowry?
Emergent BioSolutions reported that SVP, R&D, CMO Simon C. Lowry received 100,111 restricted stock units. These awards are part of his equity compensation and increase his direct holdings to 177,914 common shares in the company.
How many restricted stock units did Simon C. Lowry receive from Emergent BioSolutions (EBS)?
Simon C. Lowry received 100,111 restricted stock units of Emergent BioSolutions common stock. Each unit represents the right to one share upon vesting, subject to the terms and adjustments outlined in the applicable grant agreement.
How and when do Simon C. Lowry’s Emergent BioSolutions (EBS) RSUs vest?
The restricted stock units vest in three annual installments, starting on the anniversary of the approval date. Vesting depends on Lowry’s continued service with Emergent BioSolutions, aligning his compensation with longer-term employment and company performance.
What approvals were required for Simon C. Lowry’s RSU grant at Emergent BioSolutions (EBS)?
The RSU grant was approved by the Compensation Committee on March 2, 2026, subject to stockholder approval of the Amended Stock Incentive Plan. Stockholders subsequently approved the plan on April 29, 2026, allowing the grant to take effect.