Bird withdraws proposal for takeover of CM.com
Bird
30 lis 2025
Press release
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PRESS RELEASE – 30 November 2025
This is a press release by Bird Holding B.V. ("Bird") pursuant to the provisions of Section 7, paragraph 1 sub b of the Dutch Decree on Public Takeover Bids (Besluit Openbare Biedingen Wft) (the “Decree”) in connection with the announced potential public offer (the “Offer”) for all issued and outstanding ordinary shares in the capital of CM.com N.V. ("CM.com" or the "Company"). This press release does not constitute an offer or any solicitation of any offer to buy or subscribe for any securities in the Company. This announcement is not for release, publication, or distribution, in whole or in part, in or into, directly or indirectly, any jurisdiction in which such release, publication or distribution would be unlawful, including the United States.
PRESS RELEASE – 30 November 2025
This is a press release by Bird Holding B.V. ("Bird") pursuant to the provisions of Section 7, paragraph 1 sub b of the Dutch Decree on Public Takeover Bids (Besluit Openbare Biedingen Wft) (the “Decree”) in connection with the announced potential public offer (the “Offer”) for all issued and outstanding ordinary shares in the capital of CM.com N.V. ("CM.com" or the "Company"). This press release does not constitute an offer or any solicitation of any offer to buy or subscribe for any securities in the Company. This announcement is not for release, publication, or distribution, in whole or in part, in or into, directly or indirectly, any jurisdiction in which such release, publication or distribution would be unlawful, including the United States.
PRESS RELEASE – 30 November 2025
This is a press release by Bird Holding B.V. ("Bird") pursuant to the provisions of Section 7, paragraph 1 sub b of the Dutch Decree on Public Takeover Bids (Besluit Openbare Biedingen Wft) (the “Decree”) in connection with the announced potential public offer (the “Offer”) for all issued and outstanding ordinary shares in the capital of CM.com N.V. ("CM.com" or the "Company"). This press release does not constitute an offer or any solicitation of any offer to buy or subscribe for any securities in the Company. This announcement is not for release, publication, or distribution, in whole or in part, in or into, directly or indirectly, any jurisdiction in which such release, publication or distribution would be unlawful, including the United States.
Bird withdraws proposal for takeover of CM.com
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 30 November 2025 – Reference is made to the previous announcements dated 5 November 2025, 7 November 2025, and 12 November 2025.
In accordance with Section 7, paragraph 1 sub b of the Decree, Bird hereby announces that it will not submit a request for review and approval of an offer memorandum with the AFM. The proposal announced by Bird on 5 November 2025 has accordingly been withdrawn.
Bird is proud to be a Dutch company and the Netherlands will continue to be central to our plans. We've decided to focus on growing independently here and look forward to sharing more later ;-).
We wish CM.com continued success.
As a result of this decision, Bird will be restricted from announcing or making a public offer for CM.com during a period of six months from today, except in the event a third party announces a public offer for CM.com. To the extent permissible under applicable law, Bird may, from time to time following the date of this announcement and independently of the Offer, directly or indirectly purchase or sell, or make arrangements to purchase or sell, shares in the capital of CM.com. Any such transactions required to be made public will be disclosed by means of a press release, available on Bird's website.
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 30 November 2025 – Reference is made to the previous announcements dated 5 November 2025, 7 November 2025, and 12 November 2025.
In accordance with Section 7, paragraph 1 sub b of the Decree, Bird hereby announces that it will not submit a request for review and approval of an offer memorandum with the AFM. The proposal announced by Bird on 5 November 2025 has accordingly been withdrawn.
Bird is proud to be a Dutch company and the Netherlands will continue to be central to our plans. We've decided to focus on growing independently here and look forward to sharing more later ;-).
We wish CM.com continued success.
As a result of this decision, Bird will be restricted from announcing or making a public offer for CM.com during a period of six months from today, except in the event a third party announces a public offer for CM.com. To the extent permissible under applicable law, Bird may, from time to time following the date of this announcement and independently of the Offer, directly or indirectly purchase or sell, or make arrangements to purchase or sell, shares in the capital of CM.com. Any such transactions required to be made public will be disclosed by means of a press release, available on Bird's website.
Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 30 November 2025 – Reference is made to the previous announcements dated 5 November 2025, 7 November 2025, and 12 November 2025.
In accordance with Section 7, paragraph 1 sub b of the Decree, Bird hereby announces that it will not submit a request for review and approval of an offer memorandum with the AFM. The proposal announced by Bird on 5 November 2025 has accordingly been withdrawn.
Bird is proud to be a Dutch company and the Netherlands will continue to be central to our plans. We've decided to focus on growing independently here and look forward to sharing more later ;-).
We wish CM.com continued success.
As a result of this decision, Bird will be restricted from announcing or making a public offer for CM.com during a period of six months from today, except in the event a third party announces a public offer for CM.com. To the extent permissible under applicable law, Bird may, from time to time following the date of this announcement and independently of the Offer, directly or indirectly purchase or sell, or make arrangements to purchase or sell, shares in the capital of CM.com. Any such transactions required to be made public will be disclosed by means of a press release, available on Bird's website.
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About Bird
Bird is a leading global software company that provides a platform that unifies customer data, automates personalized campaigns, and delivers AI-powered customer lifecycle management that drives real revenue growth. Built on our proprietary global infrastructure, Bird serves approximately 50,000 customers worldwide, and processes nearly 500 billion messages annually across email, SMS, WhatsApp, voice, and other channels. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Bird is a leading global software company that provides a platform that unifies customer data, automates personalized campaigns, and delivers AI-powered customer lifecycle management that drives real revenue growth. Built on our proprietary global infrastructure, Bird serves approximately 50,000 customers worldwide, and processes nearly 500 billion messages annually across email, SMS, WhatsApp, voice, and other channels. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
Bird is a leading global software company that provides a platform that unifies customer data, automates personalized campaigns, and delivers AI-powered customer lifecycle management that drives real revenue growth. Built on our proprietary global infrastructure, Bird serves approximately 50,000 customers worldwide, and processes nearly 500 billion messages annually across email, SMS, WhatsApp, voice, and other channels. The company is headquartered in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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The information in this press release is not intended to be complete. This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or an invitation to acquire or dispose of any securities or investment advice or an inducement to enter into investment activity. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire the securities of the Company in any jurisdiction. The distribution of this press release may, in some countries, be restricted by law or regulation. Accordingly, persons who come into possession of this document should inform themselves of and observe these restrictions. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Bird disclaims any responsibility or liability for the violation of any such restrictions by any person. Any failure to comply with these restrictions may constitute a violation of the securities laws of that jurisdiction. Neither Bird nor any of its advisors assume any responsibility for any violation by any person of any of these restrictions. Actual or potential investors in any doubt as to their position should consult an appropriate professional advisor without delay.
The information in this press release is not intended to be complete. This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or an invitation to acquire or dispose of any securities or investment advice or an inducement to enter into investment activity. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire the securities of the Company in any jurisdiction. The distribution of this press release may, in some countries, be restricted by law or regulation. Accordingly, persons who come into possession of this document should inform themselves of and observe these restrictions. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Bird disclaims any responsibility or liability for the violation of any such restrictions by any person. Any failure to comply with these restrictions may constitute a violation of the securities laws of that jurisdiction. Neither Bird nor any of its advisors assume any responsibility for any violation by any person of any of these restrictions. Actual or potential investors in any doubt as to their position should consult an appropriate professional advisor without delay.
The information in this press release is not intended to be complete. This press release is for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or an invitation to acquire or dispose of any securities or investment advice or an inducement to enter into investment activity. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire the securities of the Company in any jurisdiction. The distribution of this press release may, in some countries, be restricted by law or regulation. Accordingly, persons who come into possession of this document should inform themselves of and observe these restrictions. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Bird disclaims any responsibility or liability for the violation of any such restrictions by any person. Any failure to comply with these restrictions may constitute a violation of the securities laws of that jurisdiction. Neither Bird nor any of its advisors assume any responsibility for any violation by any person of any of these restrictions. Actual or potential investors in any doubt as to their position should consult an appropriate professional advisor without delay.
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This press release may include "forward-looking statements" and language that indicates trends, such as "expected" and "intends". Although Bird believes that the assumptions upon which its forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations of the management of Bird, are subject to uncertainty and to changes in circumstances, and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. In addition, these statements are based on assumptions that are subject to change. Forward-looking statements included herein are made as of the date hereof, and Bird undertakes no obligation to update publicly such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
This press release may include "forward-looking statements" and language that indicates trends, such as "expected" and "intends". Although Bird believes that the assumptions upon which its forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations of the management of Bird, are subject to uncertainty and to changes in circumstances, and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. In addition, these statements are based on assumptions that are subject to change. Forward-looking statements included herein are made as of the date hereof, and Bird undertakes no obligation to update publicly such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
This press release may include "forward-looking statements" and language that indicates trends, such as "expected" and "intends". Although Bird believes that the assumptions upon which its forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, it can give no assurance that these assumptions will prove to be correct. The forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations of the management of Bird, are subject to uncertainty and to changes in circumstances, and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements. In addition, these statements are based on assumptions that are subject to change. Forward-looking statements included herein are made as of the date hereof, and Bird undertakes no obligation to update publicly such statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
