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.
Amy has been with Ahlstrom for six years, starting as a Production Operator on the Machine 418 Film Line at Windsor Locks. Since moving into her current role as Maintenance Planner, she has built deep, cross-functional knowledge of every machine and department at the site, partnering with Production to keep maintenance schedules and work orders running smoothly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ahlstrom and Oddy decided to see if genuine European parchment paper can perform reliably in Indian kitchens.
