On January 7, 2015, Aberdeen International Inc. sent a letter to shareholders stating that Meson Capital Partners LLC together with Nightscape Capital (UK) LLP has requisitioned a meeting of shareholders to replace the Company's board. The Company criticized that Meson Capital intent is to take over the company with out paying a premium. Further, the Company stated that dissident nominees are not qualified, Ryan has a dismal track record and Meson Capital is engaging in a smear media campaign and making various public statements that contain false allegations or half-truths.