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Seadrill Ltd (SDRL) filed an 8-K current report with the SEC on March 18, 2026 reporting Item 5.02 (Departure/Election of Directors or Officers), Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). CEO change: Samir Ali appointed, replacing Simon Johnson effective immediately.
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Item 5.02 · Departure/Election of Directors or Officers
- CEO change: Samir Ali appointed, replacing Simon Johnson effective immediately
- Ali's new base salary $750,000 with 2026 bonus target 110% of base, max 220% with performance adjustment ±20%
- Long-term incentive award $3.5M, 60% performance-vested RSUs capped if TSR negative, 40% time-vested RSUs
- Severance terms enhanced: 24 months salary + COBRA without cause termination; 3x salary + bonus post-change-in-control termination
- Former CEO Johnson to receive severance per prior agreement, details referenced from 2025 Proxy Statement
Item 7.01 · Regulation FD Disclosure
- Disclosure of leadership changes announced on March 12, 2026, signaling potential shifts in company strategy or governance
- Market relevance tied to executive transitions that could impact investor confidence and operational direction
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