Amcor appoints Tom Long as Chairman to succeed Graeme Liebelt

SWITZERLAND – Amcor has appointed Tom Long as chairman to succeed Graeme Liebelt, who will step down from the board at the annual shareholder meeting on 11 November 2026 after close to 13 years leading the board.

His executive background includes leading MillerCoors as chief executive officer, as well as heading Miller Brewing Company prior to its 2008 merger with Coors. 

He currently serves as board chairman at Wolverine Worldwide. 

Liebelt, who will not seek another term, has led the board of Amcor and its earlier corporate entity as chairman for close to 13 years.

Chairman Cites Berry Acquisition Potential

Long said he was honoured by the opportunity to lead Amcor’s board as the company began to realise the full potential of the transformative acquisition of Berry last year. 

He added that he looked forward to working with fellow directors to oversee the company’s strong execution while capitalising on its global leadership position to deliver long-term, sustainable value for stakeholders.

CEO Credits Outgoing Chairman With Lasting Impact

Peter Konieczny, chief executive of Amcor, said that on behalf of the board of directors, he wanted to thank Liebelt for his visionary leadership and extensive contributions. 

He added that the company was grateful for Liebelt’s service and the lasting impact he had on Amcor, noting that he looked forward to partnering with Long and other board members as Amcor entered its next chapter.

Fourth Quarter Adjusted Net Income Rises 40 Percent

Amcor reported fourth quarter adjusted net income of US$570 million for 2026, representing a 40 percent rise from the US$408 million recorded in the corresponding period of the previous year. 

The organisation attributed this financial result primarily to its combination with plastic packaging firm Berry. Amcor has roughly 400 sites in more than 40 countries, supported by a workforce of 75,000. 

The enterprise manufactures cartons, closures and both rigid and flexible packaging formats using diverse materials for the wellness, beauty, health and nutrition markets. 

The leadership transition comes as Amcor integrates Berry’s operations and pursues synergies across its expanded global footprint, with the chairman’s role focused on overseeing execution of the combined group’s strategy.

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