SEALED AIR NAMED FORTUNE'S MOST ADMIRED FOR FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

CHARLOTTE, NC -- Friday, February 17, 2017

Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE: SEE) announced today that it has been recognized as the most admired company in its industry for the fourth consecutive year, according to Fortune Magazine’s annual survey published today.

The annual “Fortune Most Admired Companies” survey ranked Sealed Air first in the packaging and containers industry, including the top ranking in several of the evaluation categories, notably Innovation and Global Competitiveness.

“It is the ultimate compliment when our industry peers recognize the work we are doing.  We are obsessed with our customers’ success and it shows in the innovation and resource minded products and solutions we continue to deliver around the globe,’” said Jerome A. Peribere, President and Chief Executive Officer, Sealed Air.  “Our commitment to ensure our customers succeed in managing their own resource challenges and efficiency goals drives our team's relentless pursuit to deliver business solutions that address the global challenges we face today.”

In 2016, Sealed Air was also named to the Climate Performance Leadership Index (CPLI) A List and a Goodwill Power Partner.

Business

Sealed Air Corporation creates a world that feels, tastes and works better. In 2016, the Company generated revenue of approximately $6.8 billion by helping our customers achieve their sustainability goals in the face of today’s biggest social and environmental challenges. Our portfolio of widely recognized brands, including Cryovac® brand food packaging solutions, Bubble Wrap® brand cushioning and Diversey® cleaning and hygiene solutions, enables a safer and less wasteful food supply chain, protects valuable goods shipped around the world, and improves health through clean environments. Sealed Air has approximately 23,000 employees who serve customers in 171 countries. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Website Information

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Forward-Looking Statements

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Amanda Hoggarth
amanda.hoggarth@sealedair.com