UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT Pursuant
to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): September 28, 2017
Kaman Corporation
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)
Connecticut
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
001-35419 | 06-0613548 | |
(Commission File Number) | (IRS Employer Identification No.) | |
1332 Blue Hills Avenue, Bloomfield, Connecticut | 06002 | |
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) | (Zip Code) | |
(860) 243-7100
(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
Not Applicable
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
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Item 8.01 | Other Events. |
The Company is aware of the Schedule 13D/A filing from GAMCO Investors noting its intent to submit a shareholder proposal to be voted on at the Company’s 2018 Annual Meeting requesting a separation of its Distribution segment. Kaman regularly engages with shareholders and will review the proposal carefully when it is received. We value constructive input toward the shared goal of enhancing value. The Kaman Board and management team regularly assess the Company’s structure and business mix. The Company will continue to maintain an open dialogue with shareholders, as it works to drive value creation for all shareholders.
SIGNATURES
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.
KAMAN CORPORATION | ||
By: | /s/ Shawn G. Lisle | |
Shawn G. Lisle | ||
Senior Vice President and General Counsel | ||
Date: September 28, 2017