Aug 15, 2005. /Lesprom Network/. The board of directors of Billerud AB have called an extraordinary meeting of shareholders. The agenda for the meeting will include the question of electing Mr. Michael Kaufmann to the board. Mr. Kaufmann is chairman of Frapag Industrieholding AG. The extraordinary meeting is planned for Wednesday 7 September 2005 in Stockholm. Billerud is a packaging paper company with a business concept to supply customers with high quality and innovative packaging paper. A consistent concentration on attractive market segments and a strong customer focus are cornerstones of Billerud’s strategy. Billerud focuses on kraft paper and containerboard and has a world-leading position within several product segments. The company’s production units are among the most cost-efficient in Europe for these products.