In reviewIndustrials18 January 2026

CD&R to acquire SEALED AIR

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CD&R acquires SEALED AIR

Deal facts

Buyer
CD&R
Target
SEALED AIR
Deal value
Not disclosed
Announced
18 January 2026
Status
In review
Sector
Industrials
Country
Not stated
Consideration
Not stated

Sources

What we know

CD&R has agreed to acquire the company SEALED AIR in a transaction announced on 18 January 2026. The deal involves the packaging and food protection sector, classified under the NaceV2Sector_C_22.22 industry code. No specific financial consideration or deal value has been disclosed to the public at this time. The transaction is currently subject to regulatory approval and remains in review.

The acquisition process is ongoing with no confirmed completion date available for reporting. Regulatory bodies are expected to assess the proposed change in ownership before the deal can proceed to finalisation. All parties involved are awaiting the necessary clearances to move forward with the transaction. The status of the deal remains pending until all regulatory conditions are satisfied by the relevant authorities.

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Deal timeline

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    CD&R to acquire SEALED AIR

    CD&R to acquire SEALED AIR

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