Ahlstrom Oyj Refinances USD 519 Million Term Loan B
Fiber material company Ahlstrom Oyj has successfully refinanced its USD 519 million Term Loan B. The new facility amounts to USD 545 million, extending the maturity date to May 2030.
Ahlstrom Oyj has completed the refinancing of its USD 519 million Term Loan B facility, replacing it with a new USD 545 million Term Loan B2. The company announced on July 10, 2026, that the excess funds from the new loan will be allocated for general corporate purposes.
The transaction extends the loan's maturity from February 2028 to May 2030. This new loan is fungible with and in line with the existing USD 597 million Term Loan B1, which was issued in 2025 in connection with the acquisition of Stevens Point.
This move is described as a net leverage neutral transaction. It is intended to support Ahlstrom's strategy of optimizing its capital structure and maintaining financial flexibility. The company aims to continuously strengthen its financial position and ensure funding availability for its strategic objectives.