Smurfit Westrock makes its debut in New York and London

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. 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 – said Tony Smurfit, Smurfit Westrock Chief Executive Officer.

Ken Bowles, Smurfit Westrock Chief Financial Officer, added that the shareholders of both Smurfit Kappa and WestRock had overwhelmingly supported their combination:

– Smurfit Westrock has a unique geographic footprint and through our industry-leading applications, an unparalleled ability to provide value for our customers.

Trading began on the LSE yesterday at 8:00 a.m. BST, and commenced on the NYSE at 9:30 a.m. EDT, following a bell-ringing ceremony.

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