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Sotera Health Announces Secondary Offering of Common Stock

Key Takeaway: Sotera Health Company has announced a secondary offering of 31,838,253 shares of common stock, which are being sold by affiliates of Warburg Pincus LLC and GTCR LLC. The company itself will not be selling any shares or receiving any proceeds from this offering, as it will only cover associated expenses. Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC is serving as the underwriter for this transaction. The announcement emphasizes potential risks related to the offering that could affect shareholder value.

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CONCERNS & RISKS

  • The Company will not receive any proceeds from the sale of shares.
  • The secondary offering may dilute existing shares held by current shareholders.

Full Press Release Details

CLEVELAND, May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sotera Health Company (Nasdaq: SHC) (the “Company”) today announced the launch of a secondary offering (the “Offering”) of 31,838,253 shares of its common stock, par value $0.01 per share. All 31,838,253 shares are being offered for sale by certain affiliates of Warburg Pincus LLC (“Warburg Pincus”) and GTCR LLC (“GTCR”) as selling stockholders. No other entities, and no individuals, are selling shares in the Offering. The Company is not offering any shares in the Offering and will not receive any of the proceeds from the Offering. The Company will pay the expenses of the Offering pursuant to its obligations under its Amended and Restated Registration Rights Agreement.
Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC is acting as the underwriter for the Offering.
The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the preliminary prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained, when available, from: Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, Attention: Prospectus Department, 200 West Street, New York, NY 10282, by telephone at 1-866-471-2526 or by email at Prospectus-ny@ny.email.gs.com.
A registration statement relating to these securities was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2024, and became effective automatically.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy these securities, nor shall there be any sale of, these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.
Forward-looking Statements:
Statements in this press release regarding the Company that are not historical facts are “forward-looking statements” that involve risks and uncertainties. Certain of these risks and uncertainties are described in the Company’s registration statement on Form S-3 filed with the SEC, including under the headings “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements,” under the headings “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K. Forward-looking statements made in this release speak only as of the date of this release, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update the information contained in this press release to reflect subsequently occurring events or circumstances, except as required by law.
About Sotera Health:
Sotera Health Company is a leading global provider of mission-critical end-to-end sterilization solutions, lab testing and advisory services for the healthcare industry. Sotera Health goes to market through three businesses – Sterigenics®, Nordion® and Nelson Labs®. Sotera Health is committed to its mission, Safeguarding Global Health®.
INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT:
Vice President, Investor Relations, Sotera Health
Chief Marketing Officer, Sotera Health
Source: Sotera Health Company

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sotera Health's recent announcement?

Sotera Health announced a secondary offering of 31,838,253 shares of common stock.

Who are the selling stockholders in the offering?

The selling stockholders are affiliates of Warburg Pincus LLC and GTCR LLC.

Will Sotera Health receive proceeds from the offering?

No, Sotera Health will not receive any proceeds from the offering.

Who is the underwriter for Sotera Health's offering?

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC is acting as the underwriter for the offering.

What is the goal of Sotera Health?

Sotera Health aims to safeguard global health through sterilization and testing services.

Last updated: May 11, 2026