Andrew King to be appointed Mondi Group Chief Executive Officer

Mondi plc announces that Andrew King, Group Chief Financial Officer (“CFO”) and a director of Mondi plc, will be appointed as Group Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) with effect from 1 April 2020. Andrew will succeed Peter Oswald who, as announced on 10 January 2020, will be stepping down as CEO and leaving Mondi plc on 31 March 2020.

 

David Williams, Chair of Mondi plc, commented:

 

“I am delighted that someone of Andrew’s calibre has agreed to succeed Peter as CEO. This appointment follows a formal review process, assessing both internal and external candidates, which convinced the Board that he is the right person to lead the Group. During his time with Mondi, Andrew has consistently demonstrated considered and effective leadership.

 

Andrew’s 17 years’ experience with Mondi in various strategy, business development and finance leadership roles will benefit the Group enormously. He has been instrumental in defining the Group’s strategic direction since listing and I am confident he will bring significant insight and leadership to the role of CEO.”