CROWN HOLDINGS, INC. ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP CHANGE IN ASIA PACIFIC

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Crown Holdings (NYSE: CCK) announced a leadership transition in its Asia Pacific division. Carlos Baila will step down as President of Asia Pacific on June 30, 2025, with Dr. John Rost taking over the role on July 1, 2025. Dr. Rost, currently Senior Vice President of Technology, Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs, brings extensive experience since joining Crown in 1997. He established the company's global regulatory team and led the Twentyby30 sustainability program. In 2023, he was promoted to oversee Crown's Technology Centers. CEO Timothy Donahue acknowledged Baila's contributions in growing segment income through capacity optimization and revenue quality improvements during challenging market conditions. Dr. Rost holds a BS in Chemistry and a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry.

Positive

• Dr. Rost brings 28 years of company experience and proven leadership in technology and sustainability
• Previous management successfully improved segment income through capacity optimization
• Internal promotion demonstrates strong succession planning and leadership development

Negative

• Unexpected leadership change could create temporary transition uncertainty in the Asia Pacific region
• Loss of regional expertise with Carlos Baila's departure

TAMPA, Fla., June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Crown Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCK) announced today that Carlos Baila, President of the Asia Pacific region, has informed the Company of his intention to step down as of June 30, 2025 for personal reasons and that Dr. John Rost will replace him commencing July 1, 2025.

Dr. Rost, currently serving as Senior Vice President – Technology, Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs, has been with the Company since 1997 and has previously held increasingly responsible positions in those areas. During his tenure with the Company, Dr. Rost established a global regulatory team, and was instrumental in forming and leading the current Sustainability team that launched Crown's globally recognized Twentyby30 program. He was then promoted to Senior Vice President in 2023 to lead Crown's Technology Centers to help drive innovation for the Company. Dr. Rost holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Northern State University and a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Loyola University Chicago.

Commenting on the change, Timothy J. Donahue, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "I would like to thank Carlos for his contributions over the last two and a half years leading the Crown Asia business. Despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, Carlos designed and led the efforts to meaningfully grow segment income through right-sizing capacity and improving revenue quality. We wish Carlos well in his future endeavors.

"I also congratulate John on his well-deserved promotion. His leadership abilities, global experience and deep knowledge of the industry will serve the Company well as we continue to grow in the Asia Pacific region."

About Crown Holdings, Inc.
Crown Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading global supplier of rigid packaging products to consumer marketing companies, as well as transit and protective packaging products, equipment and services to a broad range of end markets. World headquarters are located in Tampa, Florida. For more information, visit www.crowncork.com.

For more information, contact:
Thomas T. Fischer, Vice President, Investor Relations and Corporate Affairs, (215) 552-3720

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SOURCE Crown Holdings, Inc.

FAQ

Who is the new President of Crown Holdings Asia Pacific region?

Dr. John Rost will become President of Crown Holdings Asia Pacific region effective July 1, 2025.

Why is Carlos Baila leaving Crown Holdings (CCK)?

Carlos Baila is stepping down as President of the Asia Pacific region for personal reasons, effective June 30, 2025.

What is Dr. John Rost's background at Crown Holdings?

Dr. Rost has been with Crown since 1997, serving as SVP of Technology, Sustainability and Regulatory Affairs, establishing the global regulatory team and leading the Twentyby30 sustainability program.

What were Carlos Baila's achievements at Crown Holdings Asia Pacific?

During his 2.5-year tenure, Baila improved segment income through capacity right-sizing and revenue quality enhancement, despite challenging macroeconomic conditions.

What are Dr. John Rost's qualifications?

Dr. Rost holds a BS in Chemistry from Northern State University and a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Loyola University Chicago, with extensive experience in technology, sustainability, and regulatory affairs at Crown.