Our Heritage

For 175 years, Ahlström has shaped industry, culture, and society in Finland and beyond. From Antti Ahlström’s entrepreneurial beginnings in 1851 to today’s global network, our story is one of resilience, innovation, and responsibility.

Our heritage is rooted in values set by Eva and Antti Ahlström: ambition and responsibility. These principles have guided generations as we built industrial ecosystems, supported education and healthcare, and championed art and architecture. Landmarks like Villa Mairea—designed by Alvar and Aino Aalto—reflect our enduring commitment to culture and design.

Through foundations and initiatives such as the Eva Ahlström Foundation and Ahlström Collective Impact, we continue to advance social progress. Partnering with UNICEF, we promote children’s rights and sustainable development, ensuring that our impact reaches far beyond business.

Today, Ahlström remains a long-term owner with a forward-looking mindset, investing in industries that create a better world for future generations. Through our foundations and collaborations, we create a philanthropic network around our business aiming to play an active part in societal and cultural progress. Our legacy is not just history—it is a living responsibility to people, planet, and prosperity.

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Ahlström Estate in Noormarkku, Pori

Our Foundations

Ahlström Collective Impact