Mayr-Melnhof agrees to sell 70% stake in packaging business to KPS Capital Partners

• MM Group will sell a 70% stake in its Packaging business to KPS Capital Partners, valuing the business at EUR 2.4 billion.
• Its retained 30% stake could fall to 20% if the Packaging business misses certain 2027 EBITDA targets, without additional consideration.
• Expected cash proceeds of EUR 1.8–1.9 billion will support debt repayment, strategic opportunities and a planned EUR 500–600 million special shareholder distribution.
• The group will focus on Board & Paper, supplying the Packaging business under a long-term cartonboard agreement.
• Completion is expected in the first half of 2027, subject to required approvals and customary closing conditions.

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