Essentra PLC has disclosed the acquisition of its ordinary shares as part of the buyback program. On March 26, 2024, the company bought 11,500 ordinary shares from Peel Hunt LLP at a price ranging from 167.8670 GBp per share. Following the settlement and cancellation, Essentra will have 286,960,536 ordinary shares in issue, excluding those held in treasury. The company intends to cancel the purchased shares, which will then represent the total number of voting rights in Essentra. The announcement complies with the requirements of Listing Rule 12.4.6. For further information, inquiries can be directed to Emma Reid, Company Secretary at Essentra plc.