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SunCoke Energy (NYSE: SXC) outlines board retirement and new accounting officer

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SunCoke Energy, Inc. reported upcoming leadership changes. Director Michael W. Lewis, age 76, plans to retire from the Board effective at the Company’s annual meeting of stockholders in May 2026 to focus on personal commitments. He has served on the Board since 2020 and was a member of both the Audit Committee and the Governance Committee. The Company stated that his decision does not stem from any disagreement over operations, policies, practices, or the Company’s general direction.

SunCoke also announced that, effective March 13, 2026, when Shantanu Agrawal assumes the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Karl A. Zabiello, currently Vice President and Controller, will become the Company’s principal accounting officer.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 8-K
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CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

February 24, 2026
Date of Report (date of earliest event reported)
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SunCoke Energy, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Delaware
(State of Incorporation)
001-35243
(Commission File Number)
90-0640593
(IRS Employer Identification Number)
1011 Warrenville Road, Suite 600
Lisle,
IL
60532
(Address of principal executive offices and zip code)
(630)
824-1000
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class
Trading Symbol
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common stock, par value $0.01
SXC
New York Stock Exchange
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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐




Item 5.02 - Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On February 24, 2026, SunCoke Energy, Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Mr. Michael W. Lewis, 76, has stated his intention to retire from service on the Company’s Board of Directors (“Board”), effective as of the date of the Company’s annual meeting of stockholders in May 2026, in order to focus on personal commitments. Mr. Lewis has been a Board member since 2020 and during his tenure, he has served as a member of each of the Audit Committee and the Governance Committee of the Board. Mr. Lewis’ decision to retire from the Board does not arise from any disagreement with the Company, its management or the other directors on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices, or the general direction of the Company.

In addition, the Company announced that, effective March 13, 2026, upon Shantanu Agrawal’s previously announced appointment as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Karl A. Zabiello, currently Vice President and Controller, will become principal accounting officer for the Company.






SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized on this 24th day of February, 2026.


SUNCOKE ENERGY, INC.
By:
/s/ Mark W. Marinko
Name:
Mark W. Marinko
Title:
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer



FAQ

What leadership changes did SunCoke Energy (SXC) announce in this 8-K?

SunCoke Energy announced that director Michael W. Lewis will retire from the Board at the May 2026 annual meeting, and that Karl A. Zabiello will become principal accounting officer effective March 13, 2026, when Shantanu Agrawal becomes Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Why is SunCoke Energy director Michael W. Lewis retiring from the Board?

Michael W. Lewis plans to retire from SunCoke Energy’s Board to focus on personal commitments. The company stated his decision does not arise from any disagreement regarding its operations, policies, practices, or overall direction, indicating this is a planned, non-conflict-driven transition in board membership.

When will Michael W. Lewis’ retirement from SunCoke Energy’s Board be effective?

Michael W. Lewis’ retirement from SunCoke Energy’s Board will be effective as of the date of the company’s annual meeting of stockholders in May 2026. Until then, he continues serving, including his roles on the Audit Committee and Governance Committee during the transition period.

What new role will Karl A. Zabiello assume at SunCoke Energy (SXC)?

Karl A. Zabiello, currently Vice President and Controller, will become SunCoke Energy’s principal accounting officer. This change becomes effective March 13, 2026, coinciding with Shantanu Agrawal’s previously announced appointment as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the company.

How is SunCoke Energy changing its finance leadership structure in March 2026?

Effective March 13, 2026, SunCoke Energy will have Shantanu Agrawal step into the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer role, while Karl A. Zabiello becomes principal accounting officer. This aligns the company’s finance and accounting leadership under a refreshed senior management team.

Did Michael W. Lewis’ retirement involve any disagreement with SunCoke Energy’s management?

SunCoke Energy stated that Michael W. Lewis’ decision to retire from the Board does not arise from any disagreement with the company, its management, other directors, or its operations, policies, practices, or general direction, suggesting an orderly and amicable board transition.

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