Report of Foreign Issuer (6-k)
February 02 2015 - 4:44PM
Edgar (US Regulatory)
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF A FOREIGN ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13A-16 OR 15D-16
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
February 2, 2015
Commission File Number 001-36761
Kenon
Holdings Ltd.
1 Temasek Avenue #36-01
Millenia Tower
Singapore
039192
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F x
Form 40-F ¨
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
Yes ¨ No
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If Yes is marked, indicate below the file number assigned to the
registrant in connection with Rule 12g3-2(b):
EXHIBIT 99.1 TO THIS REPORT ON FORM 6-K IS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE IN THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON S-8
(FILE NO. 333-201716) OF KENON HOLDINGS LTD. AND IN THE PROSPECTUSES RELATING TO SUCH REGISTRATION STATEMENT.
On February 2, 2015, Qoros Automotive Co., Ltd. (Qoros), an automotive company
based in China which is 50% indirectly owned by Kenon Holdings Ltd. (Kenon), announced the appointment of Phil Murtaugh as Chief Executive Officer. Attached as Exhibit 99.1 is a copy of the press release.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
The press release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including
statements about Qoros ambitions, including its goal of being a recognized and successful iconic brand, and Qoros potential, market drivers and growth. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause the actual
results to differ materially from those indicated in these forward-looking statements. Such risks include risks relating to Qoros business, including those risks relating to Qoros set forth under Risk Factors in Kenons
Registration Statement on Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 5, 2015. Except as required by law, Kenon undertakes no obligation to update these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new
information, future events, or otherwise.
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Press Release, dated February 2, 2015, regarding Qoros appointment of Chief Executive Officer |
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, thereunto duly authorized.
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KENON HOLDINGS LTD. |
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Date: February 2, 2015 |
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/s/ Yoav Doppelt |
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Yoav Doppelt |
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Chief Executive Officer |
Exhibit 99.1
Press Release
APPOINTMENT OF PHIL MURTAUGH AS CHIEF
EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Qoros Automotive Co. Ltd (Qoros) today is pleased to announce the appointment of Phil Murtaugh as Chief Executive
Officer. Dr. Chen, Anning, Chairman of the Board of Qoros, announced Mr. Murtaughs appointment effective immediately.
Phil Murtaugh is a well-known
leader in the global automotive industry with rich experience in managing brands both in China and internationally. He was based in China for nearly 16 years, as President of GM China leading the successful launch and expansion of GM brands, as
Executive Vice President at SAIC Motors leading their international operations, and as CEO of the Asian Operation Chrysler Group.
Anning Chen, Chairman of
Qoros, said I am pleased to welcome Phil Murtaugh as the new Chief Executive Officer of Qoros Automotive. Phil has many years of experience in the automotive sector and in China. His strength lies in shaping effective organizations,
building and expanding new products and brands, and above all exhibiting outstanding leadership to lead in challenging environments. I am excited to have Phil on board and I am confident that he will take Qoros to where we want it to be - a
recognised and successful iconic brand.
Phil Murtaugh said I am delighted to join Qoros at such an exciting stage in its growth. Qoros
has developed a portfolio of vehicles that meet or surpass all international standards. Qoros has achieved the highest European safety rating of any vehicle in its class. It is beautiful and very fun to drive. I am confident in Qoros huge
potential given the great products it produces, the strong market drivers and its exceptional and committed people. I look forward to working with the Board and all of Qoros employees as we continue our growth.
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