SONOCO PRODUCTS CO 8-K

What Happened Sonoco Products Company (SON) filed a Form 8-K on January 20, 2026, announcing that Chief Operating Officer Rodger Fuller will retire effective February 28, 2026. The company said Mr. Fuller is retiring after four decades of service and stated it does not intend to appoint a successor. A press release announcing the retirement was furnished as Exhibit 99.1 and is incorporated by reference.

Key Details

• Officer: Rodger Fuller, Chief Operating Officer.
• Effective date: Retirement effective February 28, 2026.
• Succession: Company does not intend to appoint a successor at this time.
• Disclosure: Retirement announced via press release (Exhibit 99.1) and reported under Form 8-K (Items 5.02 and 7.01).

Why It Matters A COO retirement is a material leadership change that can affect operations and execution of company strategy. The filing provides no immediate financial impact or replacement plan, so investors should watch for follow-up disclosures about how Fuller’s responsibilities will be handled and any interim or permanent management changes. The press release and 8-K give official notice of the transition but do not provide guidance or operational details.