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Oct 06, 2026

175 Years: In the moment, for the future

For 175 years, Ahlstrom has been built to last because it has been built to change. From our roots in forests, shipbuilding, glass fiber and paper making to the material science company we are today, our story is one of transformation, innovation and long-term thinking. At every pivotal moment, people across Ahlstrom have made choices that helped shape what came next.

Products, Innovation, Sustainability
Sep 24, 2026

President & CEO Helen Mets shares why sustainability and commercial success are not competing objectives

Sustainability creates the most value when it is embedded in how companies innovate, operate and serve their customers. In a recent article for Financial Times Sustainable Views, Ahlstrom President and CEO Helen Mets challenges the idea that businesses must choose between sustainability and commercial performance.

Products, Innovation, Sustainability
Jul 22, 2026

Growing stronger together: How Stevens Point is expanding Ahlstrom's vision for food packaging

When Ahlstrom acquired the Stevens Point mill, the objective extended well beyond adding manufacturing capacity. It was about strengthening the company's long-term position in one of the fastest-evolving segments of the specialty paper market and creating new opportunities for customers around the world.

Products, Innovation, Sustainability, Events
Jul 16, 2026

Ahlstrom and Fiorini International receive Silver Award at the Packaging News Sustainability & Impact Awards 2026

Ahlstrom and Fiorini International have been recognized with the Silver Award in the Snacks, Confectionery & Pet Food Packaging category at the Packaging News Sustainability & Impact Awards 2026.

Products, Sustainability, Food packaging, baking and cooking solutions, Food & Beverage, Cooking & Baking papers
Jun 17, 2026

Ahlstrom renews CMA-W compostability certification for GVP food-grade portfolio

Ahlstrom has successfully renewed the Compost Manufacturing Alliance (CMA-W) certification for its Genuine Vegetable Parchment (GVP) portfolio, confirming the materials’ performance in industrial composting conditions. 

Products, Innovation, Sustainability, Events, Food packaging, baking and cooking solutions
Jun 10, 2026

Ahlstrom supports Jazz à Vienne with Genuine Vegetable Parchment for food service operations
Products, Events, People
Mar 17, 2026

A long-standing partnership built on sustainable baking paper

Ahlstrom and Wewalka share a commitment to responsible sourcing, product safety and continuous improvement. Christina Blank and Eveline Freil talk about the partnership and how sustainability actively guides collaboration.

Products
Feb 17, 2026

Can Genuine Vegetable Parchment meet the needs and complexity of Indian cuisine?

Ahlstrom and Oddy decided to see if genuine European parchment paper can perform reliably in Indian kitchens.

Products, Innovation, Sustainability
Feb 10, 2026

Improving recyclability of double-side silicone coated release liners to make Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) tapes more sustainable and circular

Two-side silicone-coated supercalendered paper release liners are a key component of double-sided (PSA) tapes for many industrial and consumer applications. Common belief is that these liners are not recyclable with paper. Ahlstrom’s recent advances challenge the status quo.