Ahlstrom

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom reported improved financial and operational performance for the first quarter of 2026, supported by acquisitions, operational improvements and strategic restructuring initiatives. The company posted stable reported net sales of EUR 738 million, while constant currency sales increased … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has confirmed that it will release its financial results for the first quarter of 2026 on May 7, with the report becoming available online shortly after publication. On the same day, the company will host a live … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has announced that its Ahlstrom 226™ filter paper has been validated as a key component in a new dried urine strip testing method for chlamydia and gonorrhea, developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada. The method … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has been selected by Ahlstrom Sweden AB to deliver a PrimeDry Steel Yankee for the PM6 machine at the Billingsfors mill in Sweden, with start-up scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026. The new steel Yankee will … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has introduced Acti-V® RRF Natural, a next-generation sustainable release liner for double-sided PSA tapes that achieves a “Recyclable with Paper” rating under European CEPI testing standards, marking a first for silicone-coated liners on both sides. The product … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has earned a Leadership score of A- in the 2025 CDP Climate Change disclosure for the second year in a row, recognising its consistent progress in reducing emissions and strengthening climate governance. Alongside the climate score, the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom is making a major investment to upgrade its manufacturing line in Taylorville, Illinois, enhancing its ability to produce advanced synthetic filtration materials. The upgraded line, expected to be operational by late 2026, will support up to 100 … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has been awarded the prestigious Platinum Medal in the EcoVadis sustainability assessment, achieving an improved score of 86 out of 100 and ranking within the top one percent of companies assessed globally. The recognition reflects the company’s … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has launched its Flame-Gard™ flame-retardant paper, an innovative material engineered for industrial environments such as spray booths and workshops. The paper provides self-extinguishing protection when exposed to fire while maintaining strong mechanical durability and low water absorption, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has introduced GreenPod Home, a pioneering fiber-based coffee pod solution that is officially certified OK compost HOME by TÜV Austria. The innovation allows consumers to compost their used coffee pods at home, ensuring full biodegradability without toxic … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu has appointed Johan Lindh as Vice President, Investor Relations, effective November 17, 2025. He joins from Ahlstrom, where he served as Vice President of Group Investor Relations, and previously held senior positions at UPM, Ålandsbanken, and SEB. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has been awarded an A score in the 2024 CDP Supplier Engagement Assessment for its leadership in sustainable procurement and climate action. The evaluation recognizes companies that set high standards in governance, Scope 3 emissions management, and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has launched a state-of-the-art molecular filtration media production line at its Turin site, enhancing its leadership in sustainable specialty materials and meeting growing global demand for configurable, high-performance filtration solutions. The new infrastructure features advanced process controls … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has inaugurated its new parchmentizer, PMZ5, at its Saint-Séverin plant in France, with an investment of EUR 15 million. The new machine enhances the company’s ability to produce durable, grease- and water-resistant vegetable parchment, which is essential … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a leader in fiber-based specialty materials, is advancing its global capabilities in filtration with 15 strategically located manufacturing sites across North America, Europe, and Asia. By ensuring uniform quality in filtration materials across all regions, the company … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom, a leader in fiber-based specialty materials, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Stevens Point—a key provider of advanced solutions in the food, consumer packaging, and e-commerce sectors—from Pixelle Specialty Solutions. This strategic purchase, bolstered by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The global industrial filtration market is experiencing significant growth, with the air-oil separator sector projected to grow at over 5% annually over the next decade. These separators are critical in applications such as compressors and vacuum pumps, where … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Ahlstrom has launched a PFAS-free filtration platform for air-oil separation applications, addressing the growing demand for sustainable and efficient industrial filtration solutions. Designed to replace traditional PFAS-based technologies, the new filtration media offers advanced water-repellent properties, maintaining filtration … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Sophie Haan, EVP of Ahlstrom’s Protective Materials division and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, will leave the company at the end of January 2025 to pursue a new career opportunity. Ahlstrom has begun the search for … Read the full press release →