Statement re Conference Participation

Statement re Conference Participation

Smurfit Kappa Group PLC

Smurfit Kappa Group plc presenting at the Vertical Research Partners Global Paper and Packaging Conference in New York

Dublin, London | 01 March 2012: Smurfit Kappa Group plc (“SKG” or the “Group”), one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of paper-based packaging products, with operations in Europe and Latin America, announces that the Group will be presenting at the Vertical Research Partners Global Paper and Packaging Conference in New York on 07 March, 2012.

SKG’s CEO, Mr Gary McGann, will present at the conference at 09.00ET (14.00GMT) on 07 March. A copy of the presentation for the event will be available on SKG’s website: www.smurfitkappa.com

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About Smurfit Kappa Group

Smurfit Kappa Group is a world leader in paper-based packaging with operations in Europe and Latin America. Smurfit Kappa Group operates in 21 countries in Europe and is the European leader in containerboard, solidboard, corrugated and solidboard packaging and has a key position in several other packaging and paper segments. Smurfit Kappa Group also has a growing base in Eastern Europe and operates in 9 countries in Latin America where it is the only pan-regional operator.

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