Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 8-K Current Report was filed by SunCoke Energy, Inc. on February 24, 2026. The filing addresses corporate governance changes, specifically the departure of a director and the appointment of a principal accounting officer.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide a clear value for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. This report focuses exclusively on personnel and governance matters.
Material Changes
- Director Departure: Michael W. Lewis, 76, announced his intention to retire from the Board of Directors effective at the annual meeting of stockholders in May 2026. He has served since 2020 on the Audit and Governance Committees. The retirement is for personal reasons and does not stem from any disagreement with the Company.
- Officer Appointment: Karl A. Zabiello, currently Vice President and Controller, will become the principal accounting officer effective March 13, 2026. This change follows the previously announced appointment of Shantanu Agrawal as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no financial guidance, outlook, management commentary on operations, or discussion of risks and contingencies. The only unusual item noted is the scheduled leadership transition within the finance function and the Board.
Investor Verification Checklist
- Confirm the exact date of the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders to finalize Mr. Lewis's departure.
- Verify the official effective date of Karl A. Zabiello's new role as principal accounting officer (March 13, 2026).
- Review prior filings for details regarding Shantanu Agrawal's appointment as CFO.