Business areas of the ANDRITZ GROUP

HYDRO

During the first quarter of 2010, project activity for hydropower plant equipment remained high in the main markets served by ANDRITZ.

PULP & PAPER

Driven by continuing strong pulp demand from Asia, especially from China but also from Europe, as well as low inventory levels in Europe and in North America, the price for Northern Bleached Softwood Kraft Pulp (NBSK) increased from around 800 US dollars per ton in January 2010 to approximately 900 US dollars at the end of March 2010.

METALS

During the first quarter of 2010, the market for stainless and carbon steel equipment continued its weak development.

ENVIRONMENT & PROCESS

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

FEED & BIOFUEL

During the first quarter of 2010, project activity in the animal feed sector showed initial signs of improvement.