Vaisala Oyj Stock Exchange Announcement 31.3.2003 at 10.45 1(1)
The distinctions between Vaisala's divisions and product selections have been reviewed. Therefore, as of April 1, 2003, Vaisala divisionswill be renamed as follows:
The Upper Air Division will be Vaisala Soundings. The Surface WeatherDivision will be called Vaisala Solutions. The Sensor Systems Division will be renamed Vaisala Instruments and the Remote Sensing Division Vaisala Remote Sensing.
The Vaisala Group is a successful international technology company that develops and manufactures electronic measurement systems and equipment for meteorology, environmental sciences, traffic safety and industry. Vaisala employs over 1,200 professionals and achieved net sales of EUR 196.2 million in 2002. Vaisala serves customers throughout the world. In 2002, exports accounted for 96.3% of net sales. Vaisala's A-series shares are quoted on the Helsinki Exchanges (HEX).
Further information:
Tapio Engström, Finance Director
+358 9 8949 2215 or +358 400 716 732
Tiina Hansson, Communications Director
+358 9 8949 2728 or +358 40 730 3751
Vaisala Oyj
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Helsinki Exchanges