CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Magnera today announced the launch of its Corporate Responsibility commitments, marking a major milestone in the company’s continued evolution as a purpose-driven specialty materials manufacturer. Alongside this announcement, Magnera released its inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report, establishing a transparent baseline and outlining the commitments that will help provide guidance for the company’s strategy, decision-making, and accountability over the next decade.

Founded in 2024, Magnera was built on a clear purpose: to better the world with possibilities made real. That purpose now formally anchors the company’s corporate responsibility approach, shaping how it designs products, operates facilities, supports its people, and partners with customers and communities around the world.

“As a manufacturer operating at scale, we recognize the responsibility that comes with what we do, and we do not take it lightly,” said Curt Begle, Magnera CEO, “Since our founding, our purpose has guided our daily decisions. From groundbreaking innovation and industry partnerships to serving thousands of communities globally, we aren’t just working to build a better solution, we’re working to build the best one.”

Magnera’s Corporate Responsibility framework is structured around three core pillars, Product, Production, and People, reflecting a disciplined, integrated approach to sustainability, performance, and long-term value creation.

“At a moment when the world is demanding more from companies, we see more than obligation, we see opportunity,” Paul Harmon, Chief Innovation and Marketing Officer stated, “We see an industry ready for reinvention, a growing need for smarter materials, and a future where sustainability and performance are complementary.”

Magnera’s inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report reflects the company’s determination to act with measurable commitments and annual transparency. The report outlines progress to date, identifies key risks and opportunities, and acknowledges areas where learning continues and challenges remain.

“This work is not a destination, it’s an ongoing journey,” said Harmon. “What matters most is that we continue moving forward, not because it’s easy, but because it is the right thing to do. A future where businesses contribute more than they consume isn’t just necessary, it’s essential to long-term success.”

The report establishes a foundational baseline that will inform Magnera’s strategy over the next decade, guiding continuous improvement across operations, governance, and stakeholder engagement. It also reinforces the company’s belief that possibility becomes progress only when paired with bold action, open collaboration, and intentional design for future generations.

To read Magnera’s full Corporate Responsibility Report and learn more about the company’s commitments, visit magnera.com/corporateresponsibility.

About Magnera

Magnera Corporation (NYSE: MAGN) serves 1,000+ customers worldwide, offering a wide range of material solutions, including components for absorbent hygiene products, protective apparel, wipes, specialty building and construction products, and products serving the food and beverage industry. Operating across 45 global facilities, Magnera is supported by approximately 8,000+ employees. Magnera’s purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the Company has delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, we have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. The distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products brings customers more materials and choices. Magnera builds personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

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