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The SWM (Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc.) news archive on this page primarily covers the period leading up to and surrounding its merger of equals with Neenah, Inc., as well as corporate communications that illustrate its role in the specialty and performance materials industry. These items provide historical context for how SWM operated and how it helped form the combined company now known as Mativ, Inc. (traded on the NYSE under MATV).
News releases include merger-related announcements describing the agreement between SWM and Neenah to create a global specialty materials company and the decision to adopt the Mativ name and MATV ticker, with the SWM symbol being deactivated. Other articles highlight SWM’s participation in investor conferences, quarterly earnings communications, and strategic collaborations in advanced materials, such as its co-development work with UbiQD, Inc. on quantum dot glass interlayers for electricity-producing windows.
Because SWM’s listing transitioned into the Mativ structure, more recent communications about the combined business appear under the Mativ name. For example, later board appointment news from Mativ references a former SWM director, underscoring the continuity between the legacy SWM entity and the current company.
Investors and researchers can use this news archive to review SWM’s historical earnings commentary, strategic initiatives, and the steps that led to the formation of Mativ. For ongoing developments related to the business that originated from SWM, readers should consult news and disclosures issued under the Mativ (MATV) ticker.
Mativ Holdings (NYSE:MATV) appointed Deborah Borg to its Board of Directors, effective November 24, 2025. Borg will serve on Mativ’s Compensation Committee and Nominating & Governance Committee.
Borg is currently Executive Vice President and Chief People & Culture Officer at International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) and brings 25+ years of global leadership in compensation, benefits, succession planning, M&A and organizational change, with prior roles at General Motors, Dow Chemical and Bunge. Mativ leadership highlighted her experience guiding transformations and expected contributions to talent, strategy and culture as the company advances post‑merger objectives.
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. (SWM) and Neenah, Inc. (NP) are set to merge in an all-stock transaction, with shareholder votes scheduled for June 29, 2022, and expected closure around July 1, 2022. The newly formed company will be named Mativ, Inc. and trade under the ticker MATV. The merger aims to create over $65 million in synergies, enhancing growth prospects. Julie Schertell, Neenah's current CEO, will lead Mativ post-merger. Antitrust approvals and customary conditions are still pending.
Schweitzer-Mauduit International (SWM) is set to participate in the Sidoti Summer 2022 Virtual Investor Conference on June 16 at 9:15 am E.T. Interested parties can access the live webcast via the provided link or through SWM's investor relations website. SWM is a global performance materials company dedicated to enhancing everyday life with innovative solutions, employing around 5,000 people across four continents and doing business in over 90 countries.
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. (NYSE: SWM) and Neenah, Inc. (NYSE: NP) have announced their executive leadership structure following their upcoming merger. Julie Schertell will become CEO and join the Board, while Dr. Jeff Kramer will be a strategic advisor. The new company will operate through two segments: Advanced Technical Materials and Fiber-Based Solutions. The merger, valued at approximately $3 billion, is subject to shareholder approval and expected to finalize in H2 2022.
On May 4, 2022, Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. (SWM) reported Q1 2022 earnings with sales up 41% to $406.8 million and organic sales growth at 5%. GAAP EPS fell to $0.05 from $0.68, while Adjusted EPS decreased to $0.89 from $1.02. The company maintains its 2022 Adjusted EPS guidance of $3.50-$3.95 and aims for 20%-30% Adjusted EBITDA growth. Key achievements include 67% sales growth in Advanced Materials & Structures, despite inflation and supply chain issues. SWM also announced a merger with Neenah, Inc. to enhance its specialty materials business.
Neenah, Inc. reported record net sales of $284.8 million in Q1 2022, a 25% increase year-over-year, mainly due to strong pricing and volume in technical products. Adjusted EBITDA fell to $30.3 million, down from $35.7 million in Q1 2021, as operating income was impacted by rising input costs and a $2 million loss from a fire at a facility. The company remains optimistic, reaffirming full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance of $135-145 million and announcing a merger with SWM to enhance growth and create synergies.
Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc. (NYSE: SWM) will release its first quarter 2022 results on May 4, 2022, after market close. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for May 5, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time. The company will provide a presentation accessible via its website prior to the call. Participants can listen live by visiting the website or through provided dial-in numbers. A replay will be available post-call until May 12, 2022. For further inquiries, Mark Chekanow, Director of Investor Relations, is available at +1-770-569-4229.
UbiQD, Inc. and Schweitzer-Mauduit International (NYSE: SWM) announced a collaboration to develop a quantum dot glass interlayer aimed at enhancing solar window manufacturing efficiency. This partnership aims to leverage UbiQD's advanced materials technology with SWM's expertise in polymer engineering, facilitating faster, cost-effective production. Both companies highlight the role of renewable energy in reducing electricity use in buildings, which account for 76% of domestic consumption. This development envisions a shift towards net-zero solutions in property management.
On April 25, 2022, Schweitzer-Mauduit International (NYSE: SWM) announced they will release their first quarter 2022 results after market close on May 4, 2022. A conference call to discuss the results is scheduled for May 5, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET. Investors can access the presentation via the company's website beforehand. Moreover, a replay of the conference call will be available shortly after its completion, ensuring investors can stay updated on the company's financial performance.
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