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Ardagh Group announces sale of Trivium Packaging. Oct 19, 2026, 07:05 ET LUXEMBOURG, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Following the decision of Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan to sell its majority stake in Trivium Packaging B.V. ("Trivium") to Silgan Holdings Inc. (NYSE: SLGN) ("Silgan") and funds affiliated with American Industrial Partners ("AIP"), Ardagh Group, as minority joint venture partner, has entered into the agreement to sell its entire ~42% stake in Trivium. The transaction values Trivium at approximately $3.4 billion. Trivium is a supplier of metal packaging in the form of cans and aerosol containers, serving a broad range of end-use categories, including food, seafood, pet food and nutrition, as well as beauty and personal care. Trivium recorded revenues of $3 billion in 2025. For more information, visit www.TriviumPackaging.com. The proposed sale is expected to close in mid-2027 and is subject to required regulatory approvals, completion of applicable works council consultation processes, and satisfaction of other customary closing conditions. The transaction is expected to result in estimated net cash proceeds to Ardagh Group of approximately $90 million, which are expected to be used towards reinvestment in the business or deleveraging. Mark Porto, Executive Chairman of Ardagh Group, said: "The sale agreement of Ardagh Group's minority investment stake in Trivium represents a favourable outcome for all stakeholders. Trivium's combination with Silgan creates a highly complementary business. For Ardagh Group, the disposal of a non-core investment helps to simplify our overall business and organisational structure, with the net cash proceeds expected to be used towards reinvestment in the business or towards debt reduction." Evercore is serving as lead financial advisor to Trivium and its shareholders. J.P. Morgan and BMO Capital Markets are also serving as financial advisors in connection with the transaction. Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP are serving as legal counsel to Trivium and its shareholders. About Ardagh Group Ardagh Holdings S.A. is the ultimate parent company of Ardagh Group, which is a global supplier of inherently recyclable metal beverage and glass container packaging for brand owners around the world. Ardagh Group operates 58 metal and glass production facilities in 16 countries, employing approximately 19,000 people with sales of approximately $9.6 billion. Disclaimer Forward-Looking Statements This press release contains "forward-looking" statements. Any statements that express or involve discussions with respect to proposals, predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, goals, assumptions or future events or performance are not statements of historical facts and may be "forward looking" statements. Forward-looking statements are based on expectations, estimates and projections at the time the statements are made that involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from those presently anticipated, many of which may be beyond our control, including, but not limited to, statements regarding any potential transaction. Forward looking statements may be identified through the use of words such as "expects," "will," "anticipates," "estimates," "believes," or by statements indicating certain actions "may," "could," "should" or "might" occur. We caution you that the forward-looking information presented in this press release is not a guarantee of future events, and that actual events may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-looking information contained in this press release. Under no circumstances should the inclusion of such forward-looking statements in this press release be regarded as a representation or warranty by us or any other person with respect to the achievement of results set out in such statements or that the underlying assumptions used will in fact be the case. Therefore, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking information presented herein is made only as of the date of this press release, and we do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of unanticipated events, or otherwise. SOURCE Ardagh Group S.A.

Weil adds antitrust partner Yuni Yan Sobel, deepening capabilities across M&A and Private Equity practices. October 19, 2026 NEW YORK, October 19, 2026: International law firm Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP announced today that leading antitrust lawyer Yuni Yan Sobel has joined the Firm as a partner in the U.S. Antitrust practice, based in New York. Yuni is a highly regarded antitrust lawyer with deep experience in Hart-Scott-Rodino ("HSR") Act and global merger control matters. She advises clients on complex transaction structures across private equity, public company M&A and restructuring matters. Her arrival adds further depth to Weil's Antitrust capabilities and strengthens the support the Firm provides to its leading M&A and Private Equity practices. "Yuni is an outstanding lawyer and an important strategic addition to the Firm," said Weil Executive Partner Barry Wolf. "She is a recognized leader in merger control matters, and her experience will strengthen a critical capability for our clients across our integrated global platform." "Yuni brings tremendous depth and experience to our Antitrust practice," said David Lender, Co-Chair of Weil's global Litigation Department. "Her deep HSR expertise will be particularly valuable to clients navigating the regulatory complexities of sophisticated M&A and Private Equity transactions." "Yuni is widely recognized for her ability to guide corporate clients through regulatory hurdles with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented touch," said Kyle Krpata, Co-Chair of Weil's Corporate Department. "Her judgment and alignment with our deal teams will be a tremendous asset as clients navigate today's rigorous merger-control landscape." Yuni's arrival also reflects Weil's continued investment in market-leading talent across the Firm. Recent developments include the appointments of Kyle Krpata and Michael Lubowitz as Co-Chairs of the Corporate Department; the separate returns of U.S. Private Equity Co-Head Peter Feist, U.S. Banking & Finance partner Damian Ridealgh and U.S. Restructuring partner Debra Sinclair in New York; the additions of Private Equity partners Jon Stott and Michael Hanna in San Francisco; Rebecca Ward in London and Dr. Olga Stürmer and Dr. David Jansen in Frankfurt; as well as the addition of Capital Markets partner Shu Du in Hong Kong. "Having worked across from Yuni for years, we have seen firsthand the judgment and strategic approach she brings to complex antitrust and merger control matters," said Michael Moiseyev and Brianne Kucerik, Co-Heads of Weil's Antitrust practice in the U.S. "We're delighted to welcome her experience and perspective to our team." She joins Weil from Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, where she led HSR teams as a member of that firm's Antitrust and Mergers & Acquisition Groups. Yuni also advises clients on merger clearance strategies, antitrust risk and regulatory deal terms in U.S. and global transactions. She is a member of the Executive Committee of the New York State Bar Association's Antitrust Section and previously served as Chair of its Mergers Committee. "I look forward to joining my new colleagues and drawing on my experience in HSR and merger control to offer clients real-time, pragmatic and business-focused regulatory guidance to navigate increasingly complex transactions and drive deal certainty," said Yuni. About Weil's Antitrust Practice. Weil's industry-leading global Antitrust Practice Group is a go-to destination for complex, cross-border transactions and large-scale, high-stakes litigations and government investigations, including cartels. Its commitment to best-in-class service and the depth of its bench make Weil Gotshal & Manges London the firm of choice for many of the largest companies across the globe on their most significant matters. With its deep experience in handling complex cross-border merger review processes and its position at the forefront of shaping antitrust policy, Weil has been trusted to provide effective global strategic counseling, agency representation and litigation defense for many of the most influential antitrust engagements in recent years. About Weil. Founded in 1931, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP has been a preeminent provider of legal services for more than 90 years. With approximately 1,200 lawyers in offices on three continents, Weil has been a pioneer in the marketplace and a first-mover in the establishment of many significant practice areas. The Firm's four departments, Corporate, Litigation, Restructuring, and Tax, Executive Compensation & Benefits, and more than two dozen practice groups are consistently recognized as leaders in their respective fields. Media Inquiries Weil Public Relations Christopher rieck. Director, Communications * +1 (212) 310-6710