Fuel Tech, Inc. Chairman Steps Down; Sharon L. Jones Named Chair

What Happened

• Fuel Tech, Inc. filed an 8-K (dated Sept 2, 2026) disclosing that Vincent J. Arnone notified the company on August 27, 2026 that he will resign as Chairman of the Board effective September 15, 2026. Mr. Arnone will remain a member of the Board.
• The Board elected Sharon L. Jones, an existing independent director, to succeed Mr. Arnone as Chairman effective September 16, 2026. The filing states Mr. Arnone’s decision is not due to any disagreement with the company, its management, or the Board.

Key Details

• Resignation notice given: August 27, 2026.
• Chairman resignation effective: September 15, 2026.
• Successor effective: Sharon L. Jones named Chairman effective September 16, 2026.
• Mr. Arnone will continue serving as a Board member; resignation not due to any disagreement with the company.

Why It Matters

• This is a change in board leadership that could influence board oversight and corporate governance. The transition maintains continuity because Mr. Arnone stays on the Board and the new Chair is an existing independent director.
• For investors, the filing signals a planned, non-contentious leadership change rather than an abrupt departure; monitor future disclosures for any shifts in governance priorities or strategy that the new Chair may lead.