Centurion Acquisition Corp. Shareholders Approve Extension of Deadline for Initial Business Combination; Significant Redemption of Shares

Key Points:

• Extraordinary General Meeting held on June 12, 2026: Shareholders approved a one-year extension to complete an initial business combination, moving the deadline from June 12, 2026, to June 12, 2027, or an earlier date set by the board.
• Large-Scale Share Redemptions: Shareholders holding 23,802,843 Class A ordinary shares exercised redemption rights, withdrawing approximately \$259.3 million (about \$10.89 per share) from the trust account. Only about \$54 million remains in trust.
• Amendment to Charter: The company’s Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association were officially amended following this vote. The amendment took legal effect upon filing with the Cayman Islands Registrar on June 16, 2026.
• Public Securities Information:
  • Units (ALFUU): Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share (\$0.0001 par value) and one-half of one redeemable warrant, traded on Nasdaq.
  • Class A Ordinary Shares (ALF): Traded on Nasdaq.
  • Warrants (ALFUW): Each whole warrant is exercisable for one Class A ordinary share at \$11.50 per share, also traded on Nasdaq.

Details Investors Need to Know:

• Material Impact on Capital Structure:
  • The redemption of over 23.8 million Class A ordinary shares for \$259.3 million significantly reduces the cash in the trust account and the number of public shares outstanding. This reduces capital available for a potential business combination and may decrease liquidity and the company’s attractiveness to target businesses.
  • The remaining trust account balance of approximately \$54 million is now the main resource for business combination efforts or further redemptions, which could impact the company’s negotiating position and post-merger capital structure.
• Price-Sensitive Information:
  • The extension of the business combination deadline provides the company with more time to find and complete a deal, which could be seen as either a positive (more flexibility, more time to secure a transaction) or a negative (possible lack of current opportunities, dilution of urgency for a deal).
  • The scale of redemptions may put significant pressure on the share price of remaining securities due to reduced float, potential loss of confidence, and less capital for future growth initiatives.
  • Potential for Further Corporate Actions: With such a large redemption and an extended deadline, the company may need to consider additional financing, restructuring, or strategic alternatives if a business combination is not completed in the new timeframe.
• Regulatory and Corporate Governance:
  • The extension and charter amendment were duly approved by shareholders and filed with the Cayman Islands Registrar, confirming all actions were taken in compliance with legal requirements.
  • Centurion Acquisition Corp. continues to qualify as an emerging growth company under U.S. securities law.

Leadership and Signatories:

• The report and actions were signed by Mark Gerhard, Chief Executive Officer and Director of Centurion Acquisition Corp.

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Investor Takeaways

• Watch for Volatility: The significant redemption of shares and reduced trust balance are likely to impact the trading price and liquidity of Centurion’s securities.
• Monitor Business Combination Progress: Investors should closely follow future announcements regarding the search for or completion of an initial business combination, as the new deadline is June 12, 2027.
• Potential for Additional Corporate Actions: The company may pursue further amendments, financing, or strategic alternatives if progress is slow or if the trust balance declines further.

Disclaimer: This news summary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell securities. Investors should consult their own financial advisers and review all public filings before making investment decisions. The information is based on the company’s SEC Form 8-K and related exhibits filed June 2026. Market conditions and company actions may change without notice.

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