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Hall Chadwick (NASDAQ: HCAC) appoints Matthew Hudson to board

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Hall Chadwick Acquisition Corp. reported a board change. On February 4, 2026, director Craig Ransley resigned from the Board, and the company stated his resignation was not due to any disagreement over operations, policies, or practices.

That same day, the Board appointed Matthew J. Hudson, age 50, as a new director. He has over 20 years of experience in mineral exploration and production, with board roles at listed companies in Australia and Canada, and prior corporate finance roles at Credit Suisse and Arthur Andersen. He is expected to sign the company’s standard indemnification agreement for directors and officers.

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Key personnel changes including departures, elections, or appointments of directors and executive officers.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT

 

Pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 4, 2026

 

HALL CHADWICK ACQUISITION CORP.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Cayman Islands   001-42962   N/A
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)		   (Commission
File Number)		   (I.R.S. Employer
Identification Number)

 

1 North Bridge Road

#18-06 High Street Centre

Singapore

   179094
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: +65-90882642

 

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

 

Emerging growth company ☒

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which registered
Units, each consisting of one Class A ordinary share and one Share Right   HCACU   The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.0001 per share   HCAC   The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
Share Rights, each right entitling the holder to receive one tenth (1/10) of a Class A ordinary share   HCACR   The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

 

On February 4, 2026, Craig Ransley resigned from the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Hall Chadwick Acquisition Corp. (the “Company”), effective February 4, 2026 (the “Resignation”). The Resignation was not related to a disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies, or practices.

 

On February 4, 2026, the Board appointed Mr. Matthew J. Hudson, age 50, to serve as a director of the Company commencing on February 4, 2026. The Board believes that Mr. Hudson’s extensive management experience in mineral exploration and mineral production companies qualifies him to serve on the Board.

 

Mr. Hudson has been involved in the resources industry for over 20 years during which time he has held board positions in listed companies both in Australia and Canada. He was a founding director of Sendero Resources (TSX-V:SEND) and one of the founding shareholders of Sierra Madre Gold & Silver (TSX-V:SM). Mr. Hudson is currently on the board of Portia Resources Pty Ltd which owns and operates the Portia gold and copper mine in South Australia as well as the Paratoo copper and rare earths project. Prior to his involvement in the resources industry, Mr. Hudson worked in corporate finance with both Credit Suisse and Arthur Andersen. Mr. Hudson holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Melbourne.

 

In connection with his appointment, Mr. Hudson is expected to enter into the Company’s standard form of indemnification agreement for directors and officers.

 

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SIGNATURE

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Dated: February 10, 2026 HALL CHADWICK ACQUISITION CORP.
   
  By: /s/ Aaron Dominish
  Name: Aaron Dominish
  Title: Chief Financial Officer

 

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FAQ

What board change did Hall Chadwick Acquisition Corp. (HCAC) disclose?

Hall Chadwick Acquisition Corp. announced a director resignation and replacement. Craig Ransley resigned from the Board on February 4, 2026, and the Board simultaneously appointed Matthew J. Hudson as a new director, keeping the board composition intact while adding mining and resources sector expertise.

Why did Craig Ransley resign from the HCAC board?

Craig Ransley’s resignation was not due to any disagreement. The company stated his departure on February 4, 2026, was not related to disagreements regarding operations, policies, or practices, indicating an orderly transition rather than a disclosed conflict or dispute within Hall Chadwick Acquisition Corp.

Who is Matthew J. Hudson, the new director at HCAC?

Matthew J. Hudson is an experienced resources industry executive. Age 50, he has over 20 years in mineral exploration and production, has held board roles with listed companies in Australia and Canada, and has prior corporate finance experience at Credit Suisse and Arthur Andersen.

What relevant industry background does HCAC’s new director bring?

Hudson brings extensive mining and resources experience. He has been a founding director or shareholder in companies such as Sendero Resources and Sierra Madre Gold & Silver, and serves on the board of Portia Resources Pty Ltd, which owns and operates mining and exploration projects in South Australia.

Will Matthew J. Hudson receive any special agreements with HCAC?

Hudson is expected to sign HCAC’s standard indemnification agreement. In connection with his appointment as director, he is expected to enter into the company’s usual indemnification arrangement for directors and officers, which typically protects them against certain liabilities incurred in their corporate roles.

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