Ahlstrom Sells Abrasives Division to Munksjö with Legal Support from White & Case

"White & Case LLP advised Ahlstrom Group on the sale of Ahlstrom Arches, its abrasive materials production division, to Munksjö, a leading manufacturer of decorative papers. This strategic move, which includes the transfer of the Arches factory in France and associated assets and personnel, allows Ahlstrom to refocus its operations and strengthen its international market position. The legal team from White & Case handled various aspects of the transaction, including M&A, financing, IP/IT, antitrust, and tax, while Ahlstrom was also supported by Capstan Avocats for labor law matters."

White & Case LLP advised Ahlstrom Group, a global leader in the manufacturing of specialty fiber-based materials, in the sale of Ahlstrom Arches, the company's abrasive materials production division, to Munksjö, a leading international manufacturer of decorative papers. Ahlstrom was also advised by Capstan Avocats on social law matters. The transaction includes the sale of the Arches plant in France, which Ahlstrom and Munksjö have jointly operated since 2022, along with all associated assets and personnel. This strategic move marks a significant turning point in Ahlstrom's transformation, allowing the group to refocus its activities and strengthen its position as a leader in the international market. The White & Case team for this transaction was led in Paris by partner Hugues Racovski, assisted by associates Nicolas Alfonsi, Charles Assous, and Matthieu Shamloo on M&A and corporate aspects. Partner Neeloferr Roy, assisted by associate Sid-Ahmed Chalane, handled financing aspects. Partner Clara Hainsdorf addressed IP/IT matters. Partner Jérémie Marthan, assisted by associate Rahel Wendebourg, dealt with antitrust issues. Partner Alexandre Ippolito, assisted by associate Corentin Traxel, managed tax aspects. Capstan Avocats provided support on social law matters.

Ahlstrom Sells Abrasives Division to Munksjö with Legal Support from White & Case

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