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Graphic Packaging Holding Company Recognized as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies of 2026

ATLANTA, March 18, 2026 — Graphic Packaging Holding Company (NYSE: GPK), a prominent player in sustainable consumer packaging, has proudly announced its inclusion in the list of the World's Most Ethical Companies for 2026, as recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in ethical business standards.

This marks a significant milestone for Graphic Packaging, being recognized for the first time among only two honorees in the forestry, paper, and packaging sector. In total, 138 honorees were recognized globally across 40 industries and 17 countries this year, demonstrating a strong commitment to ethical practices in various fields. Notably, this cohort includes 19 first-time honorees and six organizations that have achieved recognition for 20 consecutive years.

Robbert Rietbroek, Graphic Packaging's President and CEO, stated, "This recognition reflects the high-integrity culture we are building — one that values doing things the right way. Acting ethically strengthens trust with customers, supports operational excellence, and helps us remain a preferred partner. It also creates long-term value through strong execution and growth." This emphasis on ethical standards is increasingly important in today’s business landscape, where companies are expected to exhibit integrity and transparency in their operations.

Ethisphere's Chief Strategy Officer, Erica Salmon Byrne, lauded Graphic Packaging's achievement, stating, "Congratulations to Graphic Packaging International for achieving recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. This group continues to raise the bar for business integrity by embedding ethics into everyday decision-making and long-term strategy. Companies with strong ethics, compliance, and governance programs are built for better long-term performance."

The assessment methodology for the World's Most Ethical Companies is founded on Ethisphere's proprietary Ethics Quotient®. Companies are required to submit over 240 documented proof points concerning their ethical practices, which encompass corporate governance, program structure, resourcing, training, risk assessment and auditing, third-party risk management, and their environmental and social impact. This rigorous vetting process is overseen by a panel of experts who thoroughly analyze the applications, ensuring that only organizations demonstrating best-in-class ethics and compliance practices are honored, making this award a prestigious accolade in the business community.

Graphic Packaging Holding Company is dedicated to designing and producing consumer packaging made primarily from renewable and recycled materials. As an industry leader in innovation, the company strives to minimize the environmental impact of consumer packaging. With a network of design and manufacturing facilities across the globe, it serves many of the world's most recognized brands operating in sectors such as food, beverages, and household products.

To explore the complete list of this year's honorees and learn more about their initiatives in ethical business practices, you can visit the official World's Most Ethical Companies website.

For more information about Graphic Packaging Holding Company and its sustainable packaging solutions, visit www.graphicpkg.com.

As we mark this achievement, Graphic Packaging is determined to continue its commitment to ethical conduct in all its operations, aligning its corporate strategy with practices that ensure long-term success and integrity in the marketplace.