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Accedian Joins TM Forum Community To Accelerate Innovation and Drive Industry Change

Accedian also named Founding Member of TM Forum’s Diversity & Inclusion CouncilMONTREAL, Canada – February 9, 2021 – Accedian , a leader in performance analytics and end user experience solutions, today announced they have joined TM Forum , the industry association driving digital transformation through collaboration. At a major inflection point in the technology and telecom industries, Accedian will work with the TM Forum to accelerate digital transformation, improve digital experiences, and co-create best practices for interoperability

Share-based long-term incentive scheme 2021–2023 for the management and selected key employees of Nokian Tyres plc

Nokian Tyres plc Stock Exchange Release February 9, 2021 at 3:50 p.m. The Board of Directors of Nokian Tyres plc has decided on a share-based long-term incentive scheme for the Company’s management and selected key employees for years 2021–2023 as a continuation to the earlier plans decided in 2019 and 2020. The decision includes Performance Share Plan 2021 (“PSP 2021”) as the main structure and Restricted Share Plan 2021 (“RSP 2021”) as a complementary structure. The purpose of the share-based incentive scheme is to align the goals of the Company’s shareholders and key personnel in

Staffordshire University tackles the digital divide and wins praise from Former Education Secretary

Staffordshire University has received the backing of a former Cabinet minister for its work to improve people’s life chances and help them overcome the barriers to opportunity worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic.As well implementing an action plan  to ensure more people from a diverse range of backgrounds have access to job opportunities and progression, the University is committed to taking steps to address the digital divide. With ambitions to become the UK’s foremost

The Japan Hot List 2021

Travel abroad has been and is still restricted, including Japan. That doesn't mean there hasn't been exciting news in Japan. With the vaccines now starting to roll out, we believe it's about time that we let ourselves dream again. We present the Japan Hot List - or, all the new places and experiences there are to be excited about in Japan for 2021 and beyond for when travel restrictions lift.Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) has published the latest list of its new travel destinations and development in Japan. https://www.japan.travel/en/uk/inspiration/2021-japan-hot-list/

High production but low profit in the quarter

Fourth quarter · Turnover MSEK 371.6 (381.9), down 3 percent compared to previous year · Operating profit MSEK 5.3 (22.7), after financial support of MSEK 2.4 (0.0) and non-recurring costs of MSEK 10,0 (0.0)   · Operating margin 1.4 percent (5.9) · Net income MSEK 7.4 (18.9) · Cash flow from operating activities MSEK 111.4 (33.2), of which MSEK 63.1 (0.0) from financial support · Earnings per share SEK 0.86 kr (2.42) Year 2020 · Turnover MSEK 1,414.4 (1,622.1), down 13 percent compared to previous year · Operating profit MSEK 36.4 (113.2), after financial

Nokian Tyres plc: Proposals by the Board of Directors to the Annual General Meeting 2021

Nokian Tyres plc Stock Exchange Release February 9, 2021 at 2:10 p.m. The Board of Directors of Nokian Tyres plc has decided that the Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 4.00 p.m. (EET) with exceptional meeting procedures based on the temporary legislative act to limit the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic (677/2020). The Company will publish the notice to the Annual General Meeting on March 9, 2021 at the latest with more detailed information on the participation and voting at the Annual General Meeting. In order to ensure the health and safety of the

ITAB has resolved upon the previously announced rights issue and announces complete terms and conditions

NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY IN OR INTO THE UNITED KINGDOM, THE UNITED STATES, CANADA, JAPAN, AUSTRALIA, HONG KONG, NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, SOUTH AFRICA OR ANY OTHER COUNTRY WHERE SUCH PUBLICATION, NOTICE OR DISTRIBUTION WOULD VIOLATE APPLICABLE LAWS OR RULES OR WOULD REQUIRE ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS TO BE PREPARED OR REGISTERED OR REQUIRE ANY OTHER MEASURES TO BE TAKEN, IN ADDITION TO THE REQUIREMENTS UNDER SWEDISH LAW. PLEASE SEE “IMPORTANT INFORMATION” AT THE END OF THIS PRESS RELEASE.   To read the full press release, please

Update to shareholders regarding Mandatory Offer and subscription period for the Subsequent Offering

On 9 December 2020, Axactor SE ("Axactor" or the “Company”) announced a number of measures to strengthen its financial platform. The measures included (i) a private placement of NOK 320 million (the “Private Placement”), (ii) a proposed subsequent offering of up to NOK 214 million (the “Subsequent Offering”), (iii) acquisition of Geveran’s 50% stake in Axactor Invest 1 S.à r.l. in exchange of 50 million shares in the company (the “Axactor Invest Roll-up), and (iv) a refinancing of the company’s bank facilities and bond (the “Refinancing”). The offer price in the Private Placement, the

Nokian Tyres plc Financial Statement Release 2020: Good performance in an unprecedented market environment

Nokian Tyres plc Financial Statement Release 2020, February 9, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. This release is a summary of Nokian Tyres’ Financial Statement Release 2020. The complete report is attached to this release. It is also available on the company website at www.nokiantyres.com/company/investors/. October–December 2020 · Net sales were EUR 413.4 million (474.8 in October−December 2019). With comparable currencies, net sales decreased by 7.1%. · Segments operating profit was EUR 80.1 million (106.8), with negative currency impact. Operating profit was EUR 71.4 million (101.0). ·

Year-End Report January – December 2020

THE INTERIM PERIOD JANUARY–DECEMBER 2020 · Net sales decreased -12% to SEK 5,323 million (6,064) · Operating profit amounted to SEK 112 million (257) · Profit after financial items amounted to SEK 0 million (174) · Profit after tax amounted to SEK -22 million (120) · Earnings per share amounted to SEK -0,21 (1,17) · Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK 811 million (478) In 2020, non-recurring items impacted the profit after financial items by SEK -208 million (16). · EBITDA excl. non-recurring items amounted to SEK 578 million (516)  OCTOBER–

Jefast successfully completes a preference share issue of SEK 450 million to finance upcoming bond maturity

Jefast Holding AB (publ) (”Jefast” or the ”Company”) has issued preference shares of SEK 450 million and in connection with the issue purchased SEK 228 million of its outstanding senior unsecured bonds (ISIN: SE0009696313) which matures on 27 March 2021 (the “Bonds”) at 100% of par value. Net proceeds from the issue will be used to redeem the remaining SEK 197 million of the Bonds on the final maturity date and for general corporate purposes. The Company does not intend to list the preference shares. Jefast offers the remaining holders of the Bonds to sell bonds to Jefast before the

I.A.R. Systems Group AB Year-end-report 2020

Increased demand for security and Linux-based productsNet sales SEK 90.7m (106.8), EBITDA SEK 32.5m (37.0)FULL-YEAR 2020› EBITDA of SEK 132.7m (145.8), corresponding to anEBITDA margin of 35.7% (35.9)› Operating profit of SEK 83.8m (108.4), corresponding toan operating margin of 22.5% (26.7)› Profit before tax of SEK 76.8m (107.0)› Basic earnings per share of SEK 4.35 (5.96) and dilutedearnings per share of SEK 4.35 (5.95)› Cash flow from operating activities of SEK 118.4m(105.7)› Net cash of SEK 1.5m (-18.4) at the end of the year› The Board intends to not propose

SMEs receive support to survive and thrive beyond the pandemic

Business owners and senior managers have embarked on a free ten-week programme which will help them bounce back from the impact of coronavirus and better prepare for their future.Business owners and senior managers have embarked on a free ten-week programme which will help them bounce back from the impact of coronavirus and better prepare for their future. The government-funded Small Business Leadership Programme  is being delivered online by Staffordshire Business School to develop stronger leadership, innovation, operational efficiency,

Helsinki District Court has approved Stockmann plc’s restructuring programme

STOCKMANN plc, Insider information 9.2.2021 at 13:30 EET By a decision on 9 Febrary 2021, the Helsinki District Court has approved Stockmann plc’s restructuring programme, and the restructuring proceedings have ended. Attorney Jyrki Tähtinen was appointed supervisor of the restructuring programme. The restructuring programme is based on the continuation of Stockmann’s department store operations, the sale and lease-back of the department store properties located in Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga and the continuation of Lindex’s business operations as a fixed part of the Stockmann Group.

Small and medium-sized firms use social media to reach and persuade new customers

During the COVID-19 pandemic, small and medium-sized firms (SME) have become increasingly dependent on social media as a tool for their international sales process, according to a recent study published in International Business Review. Digital communication tools seem to be most prevalent in finding and reaching new prospects and in the persuasion phase, whereas more traditional communication tools still prevail in customer relationship management. “During the COVID-19 outbreak, small and medium sized firms have become more reliant on social media tools to reach internationally

Scandinavian Airlines Systems’ sourcing process set to take off with Medius

STOCKHOLM, 9 February 2021   Scandinavian Airlines System, SAS , Scandinavia’s leading airline, has selected Medius Sourcing and Contract Management solutions to drive efficiency and cost savings in key business processes.Sourcing activities, such as RFP processes and evaluation of new suppliers, have been managed semi-manually within SAS with different solutions supporting parts of the process including a contract management repository. The challenges related to Covid urged SAS to find a solution that could streamline and automate processes to improve

The nomination committee’s proposal regarding the Board for the 2021 annual general meeting

The Nomination Committee proposes that the Board shall be composed of seven directors elected at the AGM, with no alternates, for the period until the next AGM. The Nomination Committee proposes re-election of Karin Gunnarsson, Anders Nielsen, Susanna Schneeberger, Martin Sköld and Claes Magnus Åkesson as Directors and proposes Petra Sundström and Joachim Rosenberg as new Directors. Kenth Eriksson, Martin Lundstedt and Marianne Brismar have decided not to stand for re-election as Directors. It is proposed that Anders Nielsen be elected Chairman of the Board. Petra Sundström has a PhD

Bravida has signed a letter of intent to acquire the Minel Group in Norway

Bravida Norway has signed a letter of intent to acquire Minel AS, Norway’s fifth largest electrical contractor, which has a turnover of approximately 600 million kronor. The acquisition requires approval from the Norwegian competition authority.Minel AS has a presence from Otta in the north to Sarpsborg in the south, and its main business activities are in the Innlandet region. The Minel Group focuses on service and projects involving electrical installations and has a turnover of approximately 600 MNOK and around 350 employees. Tore Bakke, Division Manager at Bravida Norway, comments: “

Flagging notification in accordance with Chapter 9 Section 10 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act

Basware Corporation, stock exchange release, February 9, 2021 at 1.00 pm EETBasware Corporation has received on February 9, 2021 the following notification pursuant to Chapter 9, Section 5 of the Finnish Securities Market Act from Arrowgrass Master Fund Ltd according to which their total holding of shares of Basware Corporation has decreased below fifteen (15) percent on February 9, 2021. According to the notification, the reason for the notification was an acquisition or disposal of shares or voting rights. Basware Corporation has one series of shares in which each share carries one

Board professional Eva Sjökvist Saers new chairman of Dicot

Press release: Uppsala, February 9, 2021. At an Extraordinary General Meeting on February 9, Dr Eva Sjökvist Saers was elected new Chairman of the Board of Dicot, which is developing a potency drug for erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation. Eva acts as a board member in several life science companies, she is chairman of Vinnova's strategic innovation program Swelife and has an industrial background from AstraZeneca and as CEO of APL.On February 9, a unanimous meeting elected Dr Eva Sjökvist Saers as the new Chairman of the Board of the pharmaceutical company Dicot. She thereby

Glaston’s Financial Statement Bulletin 1 January – 31 December 2020: Order intake improved in Q4 compared to previous quarters. Comparable EBITA satisfactory for an exceptional year

GLASTON CORPORATION   FINANCIAL STATEMENT BULLETIN         9 FEBRUARY 2021 AT 13.00This release is a summary of Glaston Corporation's financial statements bulletin for 2020. The complete report is attached to this release as a pdf-file. The stock exchange release is also available on the company's website at the address www.glaston.net. OCTOBER–DECEMBER 2020 IN BRIEF · Orders received totaled EUR 52.1 (49.2) million · Net sales totaled EUR 38.3 (47.3) million · Comparable EBITA was EUR 2.1 (2.5) million, i.e. 5.4 (5.2)% of net sales · The operating result (EBIT) was EUR -0.

Wärtsilä Hybrid Solution will minimise carbon footprint for new Canadian ferry

Wärtsilä Corporation, Press release, 9 February 2021 at 1:00 PM EETThe technology group Wärtsilä’s delivery of its advanced hybrid solution will be for a new Ro-Ro ferry being built for the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. The vessel is being built at the Western Pacific Marine shipyard, and when delivered will serve the Balfour – Kootenay Bay route across Kootenay Lake. The order with Wärtsilä was placed in January 2021. By opting for Wärtsilä’s Hybrid Solution  rather than a conventional propulsion

SAS AB (PUBL) ANNOUNCES NOTICE OF THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ON 17 MARCH 2021

Shareholders in SAS AB (publ) (hereinafter the “Company”) are hereby invited to attend the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 17 March 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and in order to reduce the risk of spreading the virus, the Board has decided for the Annual General Meeting to be held without physical presence of shareholders, representatives and third parties, and that shareholders shall have the possibility to exercise their voting rights only through advance voting (postal voting). Information on the resolutions passed at the meeting will be made available 17 March 2021 as soon as

Calmark participates in Swiss Nordic Bio 2021 on 10-11 February

Anna Söderlund, CEO at Calmark will participate at Swiss Nordic Bio 2021, which will be held in digital format with more than 300 participants and 100 investors. The event will be live streamed and 1-to-1 meetings will be held virtually.Swiss Nordic Bio is a high-level partnering and investor conference aimed at connecting healthcare innovations, investors and industry. The event carries 13 years of tradition, previously Swiss Scandinavian Bio-Business Seminar, and is organised by the Nordic countries in cooperation with Swiss partners. Business Sweden and Vator Securities are the co-hosts

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