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“Smurfit WestRock” is the proposed name for the combined entity resulting from the merger of Dublin-headquartered Smurfit Kappa Group plc and US-based WestRock Company. This strategic combination aims to create a global leader in sustainable packaging, operating across North and South America, Europe, and Asia.

Smurfit Kappa, a FTSE 100 constituent with significant UK operations, is known for its integrated paper-based packaging solutions. WestRock is a major US player in corrugated and consumer packaging. The merger, announced in September 2023 and currently awaiting shareholder and regulatory approvals, is expected to create a diversified, highly efficient global champion. The new group would be domiciled in Ireland, with its primary listing on the NYSE and a secondary listing on the LSE, offering a strong investment proposition in the resilient packaging sector.