ASPOCOMP´S CAPACITY UTILIZATION RATE IN THE THIRD QUARTER OF 2002 WILL BE BETTER THAN EXPECTED

ASPOCOMP GROUP OYJ STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE September 12, 2002,

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ASPOCOMP´S CAPACITY UTILIZATION RATE IN THE THIRD QUARTER OF

2002 WILL BE BETTER THAN EXPECTED
Aspocomp´s capacity utilization rate in the third quarter of

2002 will be better compared to the estimations given in

connection with first half´s interim report. However, the

loading by plant fluctuates. The reason for the improved

capacity utilization rate is the better than expected demand

of printed wiring boards in the Mobile segment.
As a consequence of the increased loading, the set target of

the positive operative cash flow for the third quarter of 2002

will be reached and also the EBIT will be positive.
For more information contact the President and CEO, Mr Jarmo

Niemi by telephone at +358 9 759 70711
ASPOCOMP GROUP OYJ
Jarmo Niemi

President and CEO
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ASPOCOMP IN A NUTSHELL
Aspocomp Group is one of the leading high-tech printed wiring

board (PWB) manufacturers in the world. Besides PWBs, Aspocomp

manufactures hybrid circuits and mechanical assemblies for

mobile handsets, telecommunication infrastructure as well as

the automotive and other industries. Production facilities are

located in Finland, China and Thailand. In 2001, the company´s

net sales amounted to EUR 220 million. The number of personnel

at the end of June 2002 was 2.813. Further information at

www.aspocomp.com.