Suzano names new executive VP for pulp operations
Suzano S.A. reported a senior leadership change in its pulp industrial operations.
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Suzano S.A. reported a senior leadership change in its pulp industrial operations. The company received the resignation of its Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy, Aires Galhardo, effective August 28, 2026, after more than 21 years of service.
The Board of Directors approved the appointment of current Executive Vice President Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior to this role. He will also continue to oversee Procurement, Certification Strategy and the leadership of Futuragene. Carlos has been with Suzano for more than 23 years and has led key areas, including the Pulp and Paper Business Units and the Forestry Division.
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- Senior operations leadership change as the Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy resigns, shifting oversight of a core business function to a new executive.
Key Figures
Effective date of EVP resignation: August 28, 2026
Outgoing EVP years of service: more than 21 years
Incoming EVP years at Suzano: more than 23 years
3 metrics
Effective date of EVP resignation
August 28, 2026
Resignation of Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy
Outgoing EVP years of service
more than 21 years
Service of Executive Vice President Aires Galhardo at Suzano
Incoming EVP years at Suzano
more than 23 years
Tenure of Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior at Suzano
Key Terms
Executive Vice President, Board of Directors, corporate governance practices, Notice to the Market, +1 more
5 terms
Executive Vice President financial
"resignation of its Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations"
An executive vice president is a high-ranking leader within a company who oversees major parts of its operations or strategies. Think of them as senior managers responsible for important areas, similar to a vice principal in a school hierarchy. Their role matters to investors because they help guide the company's success and decision-making at the top level.
Board of Directors financial
"the Company"s Board of Directors has approved the appointment"
The Board of Directors is a group of people chosen by a company's owners to help make big decisions and oversee how the company is run. They act like a team of advisors or managers, making sure the company stays on track and meets its goals. Their choices can influence the company's success and how it grows.
corporate governance practices financial
"in line with best corporate governance practices, hereby informs"
Notice to the Market regulatory
"NOTICE TO THE MARKET São Paulo, August 4th, 2026"
pulp and paper industry technical
"knowledge of both the Company and the pulp and paper industry"
FAQ
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What executive leadership change did Suzano (SUZ) announce in August 2026?
Suzano announced that Executive Vice President Aires Galhardo, responsible for Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy, has resigned effective August 28, 2026. The Board appointed Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior to assume this role while retaining his existing responsibilities.
When will the EVP of Pulp Industrial Operations resignation at Suzano (SUZ) take effect?
The resignation of Executive Vice President Aires Galhardo becomes effective on August 28, 2026. Until that date he remains in his role overseeing pulp industrial operations, engineering and energy, after which responsibilities transition to Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior.
Who will lead pulp industrial operations at Suzano (SUZ) after August 28, 2026?
Following August 28, 2026, Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior will serve as Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy. He will also continue to oversee Procurement, Certification Strategy and Futuragene within Suzano’s organizational structure.
How long has Suzano (SUZ)'s new EVP Carlos Aníbal worked at the company?
New Executive Vice President Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior has been with Suzano for more than 23 years. During this time he has led several key areas, including the Pulp Business Unit, the Paper Business Unit and the Forestry Division.
How many years did outgoing EVP Aires Galhardo serve Suzano (SUZ)?
Outgoing executive Aires Galhardo contributed to Suzano for more than 21 years. The Board of Directors expressed sincere appreciation and deep gratitude for his dedicated service and significant contributions across several strategic business areas.
What additional responsibilities will Suzano (SUZ)'s new EVP retain besides pulp operations?
In addition to leading Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy, Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior will continue overseeing Procurement, Certification Strategy and the leadership of Futuragene, consolidating several strategic operational and innovation functions under his remit.
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of August, 2026.
Commission File Number 001-38755
Suzano S.A.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
SUZANO INC.
(Translation of Registrant’s Name into English)
(Translation of Registrant’s Name into English)
Av. Professor Magalhaes Neto, 1,752
10th Floor, Rooms 1010 and 1011
Salvador, Brazil 41 810-012
(Address of principal executive office)
10th Floor, Rooms 1010 and 1011
Salvador, Brazil 41 810-012
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F ☑ Form 40-F ☐
Form 20-F ☑ Form 40-F ☐
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is submitting the Form 6-K in paper as permitted by Regulation S-T Rule 101(b)(1): ☐
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Enclosures:
Exhibit 99.1 – Executive Vice Presidency Organizational Changes
SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Date: August 04ᵗʰ, 2026
SUZANO S.A. | ||||||||
| By: | /s/ Marcos Moreno Chagas Assumpção | |||||||
| Name: | Marcos Moreno Chagas Assumpção | |||||||
| Title: | Vice-President of Finance and Investor Relations | |||||||
SUZANO S.A.
Publicly Held Company
Corporate Taxpayer ID (CNPJ/ME)
No. 16.404.287/0001-55
Company Registry (NIRE) 29.3.0001633-1
NOTICE TO THE MARKET
São Paulo, August 4th, 2026 – Suzano S.A. ("Company" or "Suzano") (B3: SUZB3 / NYSE: SUZ), in line with best corporate governance practices, hereby informs its shareholders and the market in general that it has received the resignation of its Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy, Mr. Aires Galhardo, effective August 28, 2026
Following Mr. Galhardo's departure, the Company's Board of Directors has approved the appointment of the current Executive Vice President, Mr. Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior, as Executive Vice President of Pulp Industrial Operations, Engineering and Energy. He will also continue to oversee Procurement, Certification Strategy, and the leadership of Futuragene.
Mr. Carlos Aníbal Fernandes de Almeida Júnior has been with Suzano for more than 23 years and brings extensive knowledge of both the Company and the pulp and paper industry. Throughout his career at Suzano, he has led several key business areas, including the Pulp Business Unit, the Paper Business Unit, and the Forestry Division..
The members of the Board of Directors express their sincere appreciation and deep gratitude to Mr. Aires Galhardo for his more than 21 years of dedicated service and significant contributions to the Company across several strategic areas of the business.
São Paulo, August 4th, 2026.
Marcos Moreno Chagas Assumpção
Executive Vice President of Finance and Investor Relations
