The result of a $ 3 billion merger between Schweitzer-Mauduit International ( SWM ) and Neenah , Inc . in July this year , Mativ should be considered a young company . However , given the fact these two players were both powerhouses in their segments , it ’ s clear to see why their fusion has already created a formidable business .
The Mativ of today is a manufacturer of premium specialty materials that are made from fibers and films . With approximately 7500 employees around the world , and 48 plants across North America , South America , Europe and Asia , the business has two segments - Advanced Technical Materials , which includes the business units of filtration , protective films , release liners , health care solutions and industrial products , and Fiber-Based Solutions – which includes packaging , specialty papers and engineered papers .
Steering this new entity through the merger process and beyond requires the vision of a strong and experienced leader and this role has been taken by Julie Schertell , the former CEO of Neenah , now CEO of Mativ . She sees the merger as a ‘ unique opportunity to boldly reimagine our future as a stronger and fastergrowing global enterprise .’
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