Business areas of the ANDRITZ GROUP

HYDRO

Project activity for equipment for hydropower plants remained at a high level worldwide during the second quarter of 2010.

PULP & PAPER

The international pulp market remained strong during the second quarter of 2010.

METALS

The market for steel and stainless steel equipment developed slightly positive in the second quarter of 2010.

ENVIRONMENT & PROCESS

The market for sludge dewatering equipment developed satisfactorily worldwide in the second quarter of 2010, with strong demand particularly from China.

FEED & BIOFUEL

During the second quarter of 2010, project activity in the animal feed sector showed further signs of improvement, especially in South America and Eastern Europe; in Asia, market activity continued at a satisfactory level, with several projects for plant expansions and greenfield plants being released by customers for further development.