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Samsonite Names Independent Director Jerome Griffith as Next Chairman

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  • Samsonite Chairman Timothy Parker will retire after the June 2026 AGM to focus on personal pursuits, with the board thanking him for his contributions.
  • Independent director Jerome Griffith will become Samsonite’s new board and nomination committee chairman, reinforcing continuity in the group’s governance.
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Samsonite Names Independent Director Jerome Griffith as Next Chairman

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An announcement from Samsonite International SA ( (HK:1910) ) is now available.

Samsonite Group S.A. has announced that Chairman and non-executive director Timothy Charles Parker will retire following the company’s annual general meeting on June 4, 2026, citing a desire to devote more time to personal pursuits. The board emphasized that Parker leaves without disagreements and thanked him for his leadership and contributions during his tenure.

Upon Parker’s retirement, independent non-executive director Jerome Squire Griffith will assume the role of chairman of the board, marking a transition to new leadership drawn from Samsonite’s existing independent ranks. Griffith will also succeed Parker as chairman of the nomination committee, consolidating his governance role and signaling continuity in the company’s board oversight structure and succession planning.

The most recent analyst rating on (HK:1910) stock is a Buy with a HK$23.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Samsonite International SA stock, see the HK:1910 Stock Forecast page.

More about Samsonite International SA

Samsonite Group S.A., listed in Hong Kong, is a global luggage and travel goods company best known for its suitcases and related travel accessories. The group focuses on serving international travelers and consumers through a portfolio of brands positioned across various price points and markets worldwide.

Average Trading Volume: 5,220,584

Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Sell

Current Market Cap: HK$24.08B

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