Ahltrom is the global leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of high performance fiber-based materials. Nonwowens and specialty papers, made by Ahlstrom, are used in wide range of everyday products, e.g. in filters, wipesflooring,labels and tapes.The company has a strong market position in all its business areas, built upon the company's unique fiber expertise and innovative approach.Ahlstrom's 5800 employees serve customers via sales offices and production facilities in more that 20 countries on five continents.In 2004 Ahlstrom's net sales amounted to EUR 1.6 billion.