Aker ASA: Board of Directors amends dividend proposal to meet effects of current market situation
The board of directors of Aker ASA recommends amending the previously proposed dividend of NOK 23.50 per share, in response to market developments resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and collapse in oil demand and activity. The board instead proposes that it is authorized to determine the distribution of dividends based on the 2019 annual accounts, with the aim of semi-annual assessments.Aker ASA’s board of directors is following the crisis in the Norwegian and global economy closely and is taking the necessary measures to protect shareholder value and continued financial strength to