Ahlstrom's Annual report of 2006 has today been published in English, Finnish and Swedish. The report is available in pdf format on www.ahlstrom.com under Investors > Financial information > Financial reports. The report includes two sections: the financial statements and the report focusing on Ahlstrom's business operations and strategy implementation. The business section also includes Ahlstrom's sustainability report for 2006. Printed reports can be ordered via Ahlstrom's website, by e-mail: corporate.communications@ahlstrom.com or by phone: +358 10 888 4761. Ahlstrom Corporation Anne Pirilä Vice President, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations Distribution: Helsinki Stock Exchange Main media www.ahlstrom.com Ahlstrom in brief Ahlstrom is a global leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of high performance fiber-based materials. Nonwovens and specialty papers, made by Ahlstrom, are used in a large variety of everyday products, e.g. in filters, wipes, flooring, labels, and tapes. The company has a strong market position in several business areas in which it operates, built upon the company's unique fiber expertise and innovative approach. Ahlstrom's 5,700 employees serve customers via sales offices and production facilities in more than 20 countries on six continents. In 2006, Ahlstrom's net sales amounted to EUR 1.6 billion. Ahlstrom's share is listed on the Helsinki Stock Exchange. The company website is www.ahlstrom.com.