Current Report on Form 8-K

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International Paper Company Files Current Report on Form 8-K

February 11, 2025

MEMPHIS, Tenn.-- On February 11, 2025, International Paper Company (the "Company") filed a Current Report on Form 8-K with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") disclosing (i) the appointment of David A. Robbie to its Board of Directors; and (ii) adoption of an Executive Severance Plan applicable to certain officers of the Company including its Named Executive Officers. Mr. Robbie's appointment is effective as of February 11, 2025. Mr. Robbie will also serve on the Company's Audit and Finance and Public Policy and Environment committees.

The Current Report on Form 8-K is available on the SEC's website at sec.gov and on the SEC Filings page of the Company's website at SEC Filings | International Paper.

The person responsible for arranging for the release of this announcement on behalf of the Company is Joseph R. Saab, Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.

About International Paper International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. With company headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, and EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) headquarters in London, UK, we employ more than 65,000 team members and serve customers around the world with operations in more than 30 countries. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time. Net sales for 2024 were $18.6 billion. In 2025, International Paper acquired DS Smith creating an industry leader focused on the attractive and growing North American and EMEA regions. Additional information can be found by visiting internationalpaper.com 

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