2006 compared with same period in 2005

• Net turnover rose 3% to reach MSEK 1,785 (1,739).
• Net profit fell by 9% to MSEK 32 (35).
• Earnings per share were SEK 0.63 (0.68).
• Improved market situation meant price rises were possible.
• Operating profit reached MSEK 64 (66). Rises in Billerud’s prices and an improved currency situation could not fully compensate for significantly higher energy and wood prices.
• New organisation based on business areas introduced in first quarter.

Outlook for 2006

• Continued good market situation will enable further price increases.
• Costs for wood materials, energy and chemicals remain high.
• Programme of cost reductions for energy and organisation continues according to plan.

For further information in connection with this report, please contact:
Per Lindberg, President and CEO, +46 8 553 335 00 or +46 70 248 15 17 and
Bertil Carlsén, CFO, +46 8 553 335 00 or +46 730 211 092

Billerud’s President Per Lindberg and CFO Bertil Carlsén will present the interim report live at a press conference at 10. a.m. on Thursday 4 May.
Location: Spårvagnshallarna, Birger Jarlsgatan 57 A, Stockholm.

Billerud is a packaging paper company. The company’s business concept is to supply customers with efficient packaging paper. Billerud has a world-leading position within several product segments. Food packaging accounts for more than 50 per cent of sales. Billerud’s customers are mainly European. Production takes place at three integrated pulp and paper mills in Sweden and at one paper mill in the UK. Billerud’s mills are among the most cost-efficient in Europe within their segments.

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