Fortress Paper Ltd. announced the appointment of Axel Wappler as Chief Executive Officer of its security paper products business, effective July 1, 2013. Mr. Wappler has over 25 years of international experience in the paper and manufacturing industries, with leadership roles in operations, sales and executive management. Prior to joining Fortress Paper, Mr. Wappler served as a member of the Executive Board and General Manager of Global Marketing and Sales for Omya Management AG.

Mr. Wappler's role will include leading Fortress Paper's security paper products business which operates through the Landqart Mill. Mr. Wappler replaces Alfonso Ciotola, who will continue providing services to the Corporation.