Smurfit Westrock plc
Smurfit Westrock makes its
debut in New York and London
DUBLIN - July 8, 2024 -
Smurfit Westrock plc, a global leader in
sustainable packaging, is pleased to announce its primary listing
on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), under the ticker 'SW,'
following the completion of the previously announced combination of
Smurfit Kappa and WestRock on July 5, 2024.
The company also has a standard
listing on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) under the ticker
'SWR'.
Smurfit Westrock, operating in 40
countries and tapping into the expertise of over 100,000 people,
has a unique and unrivalled ability to provide its customers with
the most diverse, innovative and sustainable range of renewable and
recyclable packaging solutions.
"Combining Smurfit Kappa and
WestRock creates a world-leading sustainable packaging player,
bringing together a tremendous depth of experience and expertise
from both companies," said Tony Smurfit, Smurfit Westrock Chief
Executive Officer. "We believe that this combination has created
the 'go-to' leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging.
I'm proud to be chosen to lead this great team of
people."
"The shareholders of both
Smurfit Kappa and WestRock have overwhelmingly supported our
combination. Smurfit Westrock has a unique geographic footprint and
through our industry-leading applications, an unparalleled ability
to provide value for our customers," added Ken Bowles, Smurfit
Westrock Chief Financial Officer.
Trading began on the LSE today at
8:00 a.m. BST, and will commence on the NYSE at 9:30 a.m. EDT,
following a bell-ringing ceremony.
About Smurfit Westrock
Smurfit Westrock is a leading
provider of paper-based packaging solutions in the world, with
approximately 100,000 employees across 40
countries.
Media Contact
Name: Sinéad Gill
Smurfit Westrock Group PR Manager
Email: pressoffice@smurfitwestrock.com