Ahlstrom Completes Divestment of Abrasives Business to Munksjö

On October 1, 2025, Ahlstrom finalized the divestment of its Abrasives business unit to Munksjö, marking a significant milestone in its strategic transformation towards focusing on sustainable specialty materials. The transaction includes the Arches, France plant, jointly operated by Ahlstrom and Munksjö since 2022, along with all associated operations and personnel. This move enables Ahlstrom to streamline its portfolio and reinforce its commitment to sustainable innovations while allowing the Abrasives segment to grow under Munksjö’s expertise in high-performance papers. Munksjö, a leader in decorative paper solutions, views the acquisition as an opportunity to expand its product portfolio and leverage the strong technology platform and skilled workforce at Arches. Both companies emphasized a smooth transition and the potential for enhanced value creation for customers and stakeholders through this strategic alignment.