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Volvo Buses receives order for 90 electrified buses from Brussels

Volvo Buses has received an order for 90 hybrid buses from Brussels. With this order, the company has now sold more than 4000 electrified buses to customers the world over.The 90 Volvo 7900 Hybrids were ordered by STIB-MIVB, which provides public transport in Brussels. Most of the buses will be delivered and will enter regular traffic this year. The order also includes service and maintenance of the buses, which will be handled by Volvo Trucks Center Brussels.  With the new hybrid buses, Brussels is taking a significant step in expansion and modernisation of the city’s public transport.

Swedish researchers turning baker’s yeast into glue

Most people can relate to baker’s yeast and what it can be used for. However, a recent feasibility study carried out by EcoBuild and RISE has shown there might be more areas of application to the yeast than previously thought. The idea of fungal protein being used to produce glue has so far been unknown to the research community. However, a recently published study has shown successful results from trials with pre-treated baking yeast, which could lead to a breakthrough for bio-based adhesives. The research itself is a result from collaboration between RISE and the EcoBuild competence

H+H Annual Report 2017

“Our performance in 2017 was satisfactory, as we have been challenged on a number of issues. Despite increases of raw material costs and adverse currency development, our business model and value proposition have enabled us to take advantage of the positive market development shown by growth in earnings just above initial expectations”, says CEO Michael T Andersen. “Furthermore, we expect higher earnings in 2018 and have increased our long-term financial targets.” Selected financial highlights for 2017  Q4 2017  Q4 2016 Q1-Q4 2017 Q1-Q4 2016

Notice of Annual General Meeting in SWECO AB (publ)

Sweco AB will on 16 March 2018 publish the content of the notice of the Annual General Meeting in the Official Gazette (Post- och Inrikes Tidningar) and on the company’s website. A note that the notice has been issued will at the same time be published in Svenska Dagbladet. The Annual General Meeting will be held on 19 April 2018, at 3 p.m. CET at Näringslivets Hus, Storgatan 19, in Stockholm. Notification Holders of shares registered in their own name in the share register maintained by Euroclear Sweden AB by Friday, 13 April 2018, and who have notified the company of their

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Beijer Ref makes major acquisition in Australia

Beijer Ref has entered into an agreement to acquire the business of Heatcraft Australia Pty Ltd. The deal means that Beijer Ref doubles its sales in the Asia Pacific Region.Malmö, 14 March 2018 Heatcraft, owned by Lennox International Inc, is one of the largest refrigeration wholesalers in Australia and New Zealand. The company also has operations in China and Singapore and supplies refrigeration equipment, refrigerants and spare parts to customers all over Asia. Sales are made through a large distribution network with over 65 branches. In addition to wholesale operations, Heatcraft

Changes in Pihlajalinna's Management Team and its structure

Pihlajalinna Plc               Stock exchange release                 14 March 2018 at 8:15 Changes in Pihlajalinna's Management Team and its structure Pihlajalinna Plc is reforming the structure of its Management Team as part of its restructuring process. The tasks of some of the Management Team members will also change. The company will terminate its Extended Management Team. The Management Team appointments will enter into effect on 14 March 2018. Pihlajalinna's Board of Directors has appointed the following new members as part of the Group's Management Team: Minna Elomaa,

Design Diplomacy and Architectural Symposium - Rahel Belatchew part of Iceland's DesignMarch

Rahel Belatchew, Founder and Principal Architect, Belatchew Arkitekter, will represent Sweden during DesignMarch, Iceland's Design Festival, which takes place in Reykjavik March 15-18.Iceland Design Center - the organization behind DesignMarch - has, together with the Swedish Embassy in Reykjavik, invited Rahel Belatchew to represent Sweden during the Design Diplomacy event, which takes place at the Swedish ambassador's residence. Design Diplomacy is a series of discussion events held in ambassadors' residences. The concept boldly combines the prestigious diplomatic setting with informal

The European Second Hand Software Company ReLicense Expands into Scandinavia - Appoints Director Nordic Region

Inning am Ammersee (Germany), March 14, 2018. The German Second Hand software company ReLicense AG is taking yet another substantial step in its Europe-wide expansion. In order to win and support customers in Scandinavia, ReLicense appointed Michael H. Vilain to the newly created position of Director Nordic Region. The Scandinavian Regional office is located in Copenhagen and started serving Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark on the 5th of March 2018.   Harry Voortmann, CEO ReLicense AG, says: “We are glad to announce Michael H. Vilain for Scandinavia as one of the strategically

Pihlajalinna is restructuring as well as reforming its segment reporting; codetermination negotiations have been completed

Pihlajalinna Plc           Stock exchange release               14 March 2018 at 8:10 Pihlajalinna is restructuring as well as reforming its segment reporting; codetermination negotiations have been completed Pihlajalinna Plc's Board of Directors decided on 13 March 2018 to restructure Pihlajalinna Plc. The company is moving from a business-based structure to a geographical structure. The new organizational structure will enter into effect on 14 March 2018. Pihlajalinna's new organizational structure has four geographical business areas: Mid-Finland, Southern Finland, Ostrobothnia

Clas Ohlson nine-month report 2017/18

Third quarter · Sales increased by 2% to 2,746 MSEK (2,695), up 4% in local currencies · Operating profit amounted to 349 MSEK (390) · Profit after tax amounted to 270 MSEK (305) · Earnings per share amounted to 4.28 SEK (4.84) · The store portfolio was expanded by 1 store net · Strategic partnership agreement signed with MatHem i Sverige AB · Franchise with SYH Retail discontinuedNine months · Sales increased by 2% to 6,528 MSEK (6,415), up 3% in local currencies · Operating profit amounted to 574 MSEK (592) · Profit after tax amounted to 444 MSEK (459)

Hoist Finance enters significant forward flow agreement in Italy

Hoist Finance has entered into a forward flow agreement with an Italian financial institution. The total investment under the agreement is approximately EUR 90 million and spans over up to 18 months. The agreement is one of the first and larger forward flow contracts entered in the Italian market. “Our company is building a strong and solid position as a fair and long-term partner to the European banking system. We are encouraged by the fact that more and more banks are turning to Hoist Finance to assist them with non-performing loans. This agreement reaffirms our partnership with one

Veidekke to build Levre School in Bærum

Bærum Municipality has awarded Veidekke the contract to build the new Levre Primary School. The contract was won in a price and design competition with a subsequent collaboration phase. The turnkey contract is worth NOK 236 million excluding VAT.  The new Levre School is being built for four parallel classes per year group, and will be prepared for future expansion in order to accommodate growth in the municipality. Rooms and spaces have been designed with multiple uses in mind, which will provide flexibility for different teaching methods. In addition to the bright and modern teaching

Veidekke to build Bergen Business Park

Veidekke has been commissioned to construct the first two office buildings in Bergen Business Park at Flesland. The developer is Bergen Lufthavn Utvikling AS (50/50 Linstow AS and Flesland Holding AS). This is a turnkey contract valued at NOK 220 million, excluding VAT. Veidekke will build two five-story office blocks to be called 'The Expo Building' and 'The Mid Building', which will have a total area of 14,000 m2. The two blocks will be constructed above a shared underground car park. This is the start of the development of a modern and ambitious business park next to the new terminal

CybAero postpones Year-end report for 2017

CybAero’s board has decided to postpone the Year-end report for 2017 until March 30th. Previously stated date for the Year-end report is March 15th. The reason for the postponement is ongoing discussions regarding the company’s financing. See CybAero’s press release from February 16Th. For more information, please contact:Michael Auerbach, Chairman, CybAero ABPhone: +46 (0)13-465 29 00Email: ir@cybaero.seWeb: www.cybaero.se      Videos: www.youtube.com/cybaero About CybAeroCybAero develops and manufactures Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) for safer and more effective

Pihlajalinna Plc: Notice to the annual general meeting

Pihlajalinna Plc                            Stock exchange release                         13 March 2018 at 17:20 Pihlajalinna Plc: Notice to the annual general meeting Notice is given to the shareholders of Pihlajalinna Plc to the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Thursday, 5 April 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Yliopistonkatu 55, 33100 Tampere, Finland (Tampere Hall, conference room Duetto 2). The reception of participants who have registered for the meeting and the distribution of voting tickets will commence at 10:00 a.m. Coffee will be served before the meeting. A.

NetEnt’s Mega Fortune Dreams™ changes another life with €4m windfall

NetEnt, leading provider of digital gaming solutions, has continued its great start to 2018 after another lucky player secured a €4,084,430.35 jackpot while playing Mega Fortune Dreams™. The life-changing amount of money was won by a Sweden-based player whilst playing the progressive jackpot slot on Unibet casino. Mega Fortune Dreams™ is a popular game with players and has a global fan base. It is a 5-reel, 3-row, 20-line video slot featuring a triple progressive jackpot Bonus Game, which gives the players more chances to win big. This is NetEnt’s second multi-million euro

Pihlajalinna’s Annual Report for 2017 published

Pihlajalinna Plc       Stock Exchange Release   13 March 2018 at 16:30 Pihlajalinna’s Annual Report for 2017 published Pihlajalinna's Annual Report for 2017 has been published on the company web site investors.pihlajalinna.fi. The Annual Report includes Financial Statements, Report by the Board of Directors and Auditors’ Report. Additionally, Pihlajalinna has published the Corporate Governance Statement and Statement of non-financial information on its web site at investors.pihlajalinna.fi/corporate-governance. The printed Annual Report will be available in Finnish during the week

Hexagon joining the prestigious Hydrogen Council

Hexagon Composites (OSE:HEX ) is excited to announce that the company is joining the internationally-recognized Hydrogen Council (www.hydrogencouncil.com) as a supporting member.   The Hydrogen Council, a global initiative of leading energy, transport and industry companies, is determined to position hydrogen among the key solutions of the energy transition. The rapid growing coalition of CEOs has the ambition to: · Accelerate their significant investment in the development and commercialization of the hydrogen and

AB Volvo publishes Annual and Sustainability Report 2017

Volvo Group today published the Annual and Sustainability Report 2017 on www.volvogroup.com.Under the theme Driving Performance and Innovation the report outlines the strategy and activities that contributed to 2017 being a record year in terms of sales and profitability. The report highlights the Volvo Group’s strong position within new technologies such as electromobility, automation and connectivity and it gives a full description of new products launched during 2017. Sustainability is at the core of the Volvo Group’s mission of driving prosperity through transport solutions and is an

Insider transaction in Episurf Medical

Board member Dennis D. Stripe has on 13 March 2018 bought 6,400 shares in Episurf Medical. Dennis D. Stripe now owns 17,900 Class B-shares. For more  information, please contact: Pål Ryfors, CEO, Episurf Medical Tel:+46 (0) 709 62 36 69 Email: pal.ryfors@episurf.com About Episurf Medical Episurf Medical is endeavoring to bring people with painful joint injuries a more active, healthier life through the availability of minimally invasive and personalized treatment alternatives. Episurf Medical’s Episealer® personalized implants and Epiguide® surgical drill guides are

UPM Raflatac's new Premium Gloss UVI product produces stunning print definition on Mark Andy Digital Series hybrid press

(UPM Raflatac, Mills River, NC, USA, March 13, 2018 at 16:00 EET) - UPM Raflatac's recently launched Premium Gloss UVI product is now the highest quality premium-gloss paper labelstock for UV ink-jet printing on the market. For this innovative product development, UPM Raflatac collaborated with a number of industry-leading printing press manufacturers to ensure it would achieve excellent print quality on their machines, including Mark Andy. "UPM Raflatac's new Premium Gloss UVI has incredible print definition and fine details using our UV ink-jet Digital Series hybrid press," says Nat

SCIENCE-BACKED FINNISH GREEN WALL INNOVATION IS A QUANTUM STEP FOR HEALTHIER INDOOR SPACES

“Naava has the potential to revolutionize the way we perceive indoor environmental quality” · Naava is an award-winning Finnish furniture innovation, which combines the benefits of nature, future technology and Scandinavian design to provide healthier, happier and more inspiring indoor spaces.           · Naava is no ordinary green wall: it's a biological air purifier, humidifier, living wall, space divider and whiteboard all in one. · Commissioned by wellness real estate company Delos, independent UK-based research institute BRE and University of Technology Sydney (UTS) studied

Scania to deliver 250 buses for public transport in Lagos

Scania, in collaboration with the Brazilian bus and coach bodybuilder Marcopolo, will deliver 250 buses to the Nigerian city of Lagos. The buses will be delivered during the first half of 2018 and have been ordered by the company Transport Services Ltd (TSL), which will also be responsible for service and maintenance of the bus fleet.“The choice of Scania and Marcopolo as suppliers is in line with our strategy of becoming a leading player within public transport in Nigeria. The companies supply robust and passenger-friendly buses with favourable operating costs,” says TSL’s CEO Deji Wright.

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