International Paper (IP) has announced the appointment of David Robbie to its board of directors, effective February 11, 2025.
This decision comes shortly after International Paper’s acquisition of DS Smith, further strengthening the governance of the expanded group.
David Robbie, 61, joins the IP board after serving on DS Smith’s board since 2019. Since 2022, he held the position of senior independent director and chaired several committees, including audit, nomination, and remuneration. At IP, he will join the Audit and Finance as well as Public Policy and Environment committees.
With extensive experience in finance and corporate governance, Robbie is also a non-executive director and chair of the audit committee at easyJet plc since 2020. He previously held similar roles at First Group plc and served as Group Finance Director at Rexam PLC, a consumer packaging company. A graduate in English literature from St. Andrews University and a chartered accountant at KPMG, he also serves on the board of Britten Pears Arts, a UK-based cultural charity.
“We are delighted to welcome David to International Paper’s board of directors. His financial expertise and international experience, combined with his deep knowledge of DS Smith, will be invaluable as we continue to grow and strengthen our leadership in sustainable packaging,” said Andy Silvernail, Chairman and CEO of IP.
With this appointment, IP’s board now consists of 11 members, 10 of whom are classified as independent directors.
International Paper is a key player in the sustainable packaging industry, employing more than 65,000 people in over 30 countries. The company is headquartered in Memphis, USA, with a regional headquarters in London for the EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) region. In 2024, the company generated $18.6 billion in revenue. Its acquisition of DS Smith in 2025 marks a strategic step in strengthening its presence in the North American and European markets.
