Ahlstrom's Board of Directors has appointed Thomas Ahlström as a non-board member of its Nomination Committee. He will replace Carl Ahlström, who has informed the board that he is no longer available for the position.
Thomas Ahlström represents Antti Ahlström Perilliset Oy, which is the biggest shareholder of Ahlstrom. In addition to three board members, the Nomination Committee consists of two non-board members representing major shareholders. The composition of the committee aims at increasing shareholder influence in nomination matters.
As of June 18, 2012, the members of the Nomination Committee are Peter Seligson, Pertti Korhonen, Anders Moberg as well as the non-board members Risto Murto and Thomas Ahlström.