Blue acquisition - appoints David Bauer as interim CEO on June 9 - SEC filing

Blue Acquisition Corp. has appointed David Bauer, its Chief Financial Officer and director, as interim Chief Executive Officer effective June 9, 2026, according to a recent SEC filing. This development follows the resignation of Ketan Seth, who served as CEO and director since February 10, 2025. The transition comes amid ongoing strategic and operational developments for the company, which is a blank check company formed to pursue a business combination with a target aligned with green energy, sustainable industrial practices, or emerging technologies such as AI and cybersecurity.

David Bauer brings extensive financial and strategic expertise to the role, having previously led GreenMatters, a sustainability-focused media platform, and holding an MBA in Quantitative Finance. As CFO, Bauer has been instrumental in shaping the company’s capital structure and guiding its mission-aligned initiatives. His appointment as interim CEO ensures continuity in leadership during a critical phase of the company’s development.

The board of directors, which includes independent directors such as General (Ret.) Wesley Clark, Kenneth Moritsugu, and Nadim Qureshi, has expressed confidence in Bauer’s ability to lead the company forward. The board also includes special advisors with backgrounds in defense, logistics, and global markets, further supporting the company’s strategic direction.

Blue Acquisition Corp. remains focused on identifying a target for its initial business combination, with a particular emphasis on manufacturing, data centers, and software development in emerging technologies. The company’s shares and Share Rights are listed on the Nasdaq under the symbols “BACC” and “BACCR,” respectively.

Investors are advised to review the company’s recent SEC filings and public disclosures for further details on its strategic plans and governance structure.