The Vanguard Group Discloses Position in Wood Group (John) plc

The Vanguard Group, Inc. has released Form 8.3, disclosing its position in Wood Group (John) plc. This disclosure, aligned with Rule 8.3 of the Takeover Code, reveals significant interest in relevant securities held by Vanguard.

According to the form, Vanguard owns 33,593,751 shares of Wood Group (John) plc, representing 4.86% of the company’s ordinary shares. This disclosure is as of June 5, 2024. No cash-settled or stock-settled derivatives are reported.

Additionally, Vanguard completed two purchase transactions involving 4 2/7p ordinary shares on June 5, 2024. The first transaction involved 41,076 shares at 1.86 GBP per share, and the second consisted of 8,228 shares at 1.87 GBP per share.

Vanguard reported no other dealing arrangements, agreements, or understandings related to options or derivatives. The disclosure includes no Supplemental Form 8 for open positions.