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FundedByMe reaches 100,000 international registered members.

FundedByMe, the Swedish crowdfunding platform, announces that it has reaches 100,000 registered investors members. With an average investment of €3,200 (2016), this is an important key indicator regarding quality and volume for successfully completing crowdfunding campaigns. This is a historic milestone in the company’s timeline and it once again confirms the strength that can be found in crowdfunding. Out of the 100,000 registered investors, 65% are Swedish and the rest from Scandinavia, Europe, and Asia. The company has successfully established itself as a global crowdfunding platform

SSAB to start using liquefied natural gas in Raahe

SSAB is to start using liquified natural gas (LNG) in the Raahe steel mill, where it will replace the use of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in the walking beam furnace in the strip mill and be as a support and additional fuel in the boiler in Raahe Voima’s power plant. Work on building the LNG storage facility is under way and the facility will be brought into use in 2018. Photo: Wärtsilä Use of LNG will enable SSAB to replace the use of oil-based fuels and thus reduce present levels of particulate, nitrogen and sulfur oxide, and carbon dioxide emissions. LNG will replace

HardoxWearparts® launches new and enhanced website

New release creates a strong digital platform to support the growing Hardox Wearparts® network while increasing wear knowledge and improving uptime results for the end user.SSAB announces the launch of a newly enhanced Hardox Wearparts® website. Visitors to the site will now find it easier to select the right steel and other wear materials and parts for their applications as well as more efficient tools for sending in their quote requests. “The Hardox Wearparts® website is a next step in building up a strong digital footprint,” says Nancy Matos, Head of Market Development for SSAB

Alfa Laval receives – for the second time – the ‘Prix d’Excellence’ for successful business development in France

Alfa Laval – a world leader in heat transfer, centrifugal separation and fluid handling – has once again received the prestigious “Prix d’Excellence” from the French-Swedish Chamber of Commerce for its dedicated focus on innovation and long-term commitment in the French market.The annual award ‘Prix d’Excellence’, given to Swedish companies since 1989, will be handed over to Alfa Laval during a ceremony on November 27, in presence of the Swedish Ambassador Veronika Wand-Danielsson and the French Ambassador in Sweden David Cvach, together with representatives from the French and Swedish

Nuevolution to present new data on its BET BD1 program supporting effect in Psoriasis/Atopic Dermatitis

Stockholm, 27 November 2017. Nuevolution AB (publ) (NUE.ST) today announced that Thomas Franch, Chief Scientific Officer, will be presenting new data on Nuevolution’s selective bromodomain BET BD1 inhibitor at the Global Medicinal Chemistry and GPCR Summit, held on 27-28 November in London, UK. At the conference, new data on Nuevolution’s selective bromodomain BET BD1 inhibitor, NUE7770, will be presented. This includes preliminary data from an IL23-induced mouse model relevant for potential applications in human diseases such as Psoriasis or Atopic Dermatitis. The data support efficacy

NOTICE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING

The Board of Directors (the “Board”) hereby calls for an Extraordinary General Meeting to be held in Opera Software ASA (the “Company”) 18 December 2017 at 09:00am Norwegian time at Felix Konferansesenter, Bryggetorget 3, Oslo, NorwayThe calling notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting has been sent to all shareholders in the Company whose address is known. In accordance with the Company’s Articles of Association this calling notice with all appendices will be accessible on the Company’s web-pages, www.opera.com. Upon request to +47 23 69 24 00  or

Fortum acquires approx. 10% shareholding in wave energy company Seabased

ONLINE NEWS 27 November 2017Fortum becomes a shareholder in Seabased, a Swedish company offering wave energy solutions. Fortum has acquired shares in Seabased AB corresponding to an approximate 10% stake in the company. Both parties have agreed not to disclose the value of the deal."We have worked closely together during the wave power project in Sotenäs and believe there is a potential for a commercially viable solution, something Seabased now will continue to develop," says Sebastian Johansen, Senior Technological Expert at Fortum. "Fortum is looking forward to future co-operation with

3Shape TRIOS now integrated with Flash Clear Aligners

Copenhagen, November 27, 2017 – 3Shape TRIOS Orthodontics and Flash Clear Aligners are now digitally integrated. The integration enables orthodontists to cloud-send their 3Shape TRIOS intraoral scans with just a click to Flash for the planning and delivery of its clear aligner orthodontics solutions. Because the connection is digital, it means professionals no longer need to take or mail analog PVS impressions or manually upload bulky intraoral scan files to a server when ordering the clear aligners. Professionals simply choose Flash clear aligners from their 3Shape

Metsä Board Simpele implements new standards in food safety

Metsä Board Corporation press release 27 November 2017Metsä Board, a leading European producer of premium paperboards is pleased to announce that its Simpele mill has recently integrated the FSSC 22000 food safety system into its management systems and received third party certificate to verify this. The FSSC 22000 Food Safety System provides a framework for effectively managing an organisation's food safety responsibilities. FSSC 22000 is fully recognised by the GFSI (Global Food Safety Initiative) and is based on existing ISO Standards. It demonstrates that a company has a robust Food

Episurf Medical will exhibit at the Basingstoke Knee Osteotomy Masterclass, held in Basingstoke, UK, on December 7-8

Episurf Medical (NASDAQ: EPIS B) will exhibit at the Basingstoke Knee Osteotomy Masterclass held in Basingstoke, UK (The Ark Centre), on 7-8 December. For full program, see http://www.basingstokeknee.org/. For an overview of the industry conferences attended by Episurf Medical, see link. (www.episurf.com/healthcare-professionals/conferences). 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

Triton has signed an agreement to acquire Ramudden, a specialist provider of work zone safety control services in the Nordics

Stockholm, Gävle and Sundsvall (all Sweden), 27 November 2017 - Funds advised by Triton ("Triton") have signed an agreement to acquire Ramudden, a leading specialist provider of work zone safety control services in the Nordics for road, construction and general industry purposes. "We want to support the management and employees of this business by investing in and supporting the growth and development of the company. We will contribute our strategic insights from the industry and region. We look forward to working together with the management team and the Board of Directors in building a

Lux Helsinki route leads festival-goers to the Kaartinkaupunki district

Photo: N2 Albiino The official Lux Helsinki route for 2018 starts from behind Svenska Teatern and will light up the city from 6 to 10 January. The Lux Helsinki light festival that gets underway on Epiphany Saturday, 6 January 2018, will once again lead festival-goers to the most beautiful blocks in the city. The route extends from Esplanade Park through the Kaartinkaupunki district to Senate Square, presenting a wide range of light art along the way. From popular international installations to specially commissioned works of art, the festival will feature everything from UV

IK Investment Partners to sell Ramudden

IK Investment Partners (“IK”), a leading Pan-European private equity firm, is pleased to announce that the IK VII Fund has reached an agreement with funds advised by Triton (“Triton”) to sell the Ramudden Group (“Ramudden” or “the Company”), a leading Nordic provider of work zone safety solutions.Founded in 2005, Ramudden is a specialist provider of work zone safety solutions for the road, construction and industrial sectors. The service offering includes rental of road barriers, signage, traffic and road signs, concrete systems, industrial heating solutions, traffic arrangement plans,

Back from the UN climate conference COP23

Carl von Schantz, Head of the Lantmännen Energy Sector, presented the Lantmännen Agroetanol sustainable business model at the UN climate conference COP23 in Bonn, Germany. The seminar, Fossil free cement, steel and fuel – making business of industry transition, was organized by Fossil Free Sweden.Carl was very content with the seminar and the following discussions together with representatives from the Swedish cement and steel industry, as well as interesting meetings with the international audience. Governmental officials from various different countries around the world showed great

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A revolutionary new Finnish invention detects black ice in traffic

A new Finnish invention by EEE Innovations Ltd and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland revolutionizes the way black ice is detected and provides several other improvements in traffic safety as well. The software installed in vehicles can also guide drivers to drive more economically. Software-based, the invention can be installed into a majority of heavy vehicles in particular with no additional equipment. The new invention allows slippery road conditions to be detected extremely accurately and even in real time and with costs significantly lower than by any other methods currently

Transforming Air and Light into Art

Aventics cooperation partner of the Amsterdam Light FestivalAt the annual Amsterdam Light Festival, the best light artists from around the world light up the Amsterdam canals. From November 20, 2017, to January 21, 2018, visitors can once again enjoy the beautiful installations and works of art downtown, including a piece by artist Lambert Kamps. Pneumatics specialist Aventics supports the festival as a sponsoring partner. Boxtel/Laatzen, November 27, 2017 — With “Touch of Time,” a huge illuminated digital clock, the Dutch artist Lambert Kamps has created a pneumatically driven artwork. “

Bittium SafeMove’s latest software version introduces an intuitive user interface and further enhances information security for demanding environments

Press release Free for release on November 27, 2017 at 12pm (CET +1) Bittium SafeMove’s latest software version introduces an intuitive user interface and further enhances information security for demanding environments The new functionalities enable a faster response to security threats; and efficient implementation of broadband applications with mission-critical data on moving vehicles Oulu, Finland, November 27, 2017 – Bittium releases a new version of the Bittium SafeMove® software product portfolio. The Windows user interface and look and feel have been completely re-

Johan Rosenblom appointed MD of Fazer Retail

Fazer will form a new Business Unit, Fazer Retail. It will include the Fazer Bakery Shop Business Unit, which operates in Finland and in Sweden, and the Fazer Cafés Business Unit operating in Finland. Johan Rosenblom has been appointed Managing Director of the new Fazer Retail Business Unit.Expanding its own retail is one of the strategic initiatives and value drivers defined in Fazer’s new strategy. Fazer will strengthen its direct-to-consumer business by continuing to carry out its bakery shop and café expansion strategy, exploring the possibility to add new concepts. Johan Rosenblom

Zalaris and AKTIV Against Cancer enter into a new agreement

In 2013, Zalaris and AKTIV Against Cancer first entered into an agreement. The two have now agreed on a further cooperation from January 1st, 2018.Zalaris has been supporting the organization AKTIV Against Cancer (Aktiv mot kreft) in Norway over the past five years. Now, the two have entered into a new agreement on the important work against cancer. “In 2013, we were impressed by AKTIV Against Cancer’s work for physical activity as part of cancer treatment. Now, five years later, we experience positive consequences within Zalaris as our employees increase their commitment and engagement

Altia introduces O.P. Anderson Aquavit to the US market

Altia has partnered with Frederick Wildman and Sons to introduce the Swedish aquavit classic O.P. Anderson to the US market. O.P. Anderson Original will be launched in the USA in the beginning of 2018.“We are excited to introduce O.P. Anderson to the US market. There is a growing interest in aquavits in the cocktail scene right now, which makes this modern classic very contemporary,” says Janne Halttunen, Senior Vice President in charge of exports at Altia. “Distribution will be built starting in the east coast with focus in the on-premise market.” “The addition of O.P. Anderson Aquavit

SimCorp A/S – Share buyback program

On 24 August 2017 SimCorp A/S announced a share buyback program in compliance with the provisions of Regulation No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council on market abuse (the Market Abuse Regulation - MAR) and delegated legislation under MAR. In connection with the program SimCorp A/S will repurchase shares for an amount of up to EUR 7.5m, to be executed during the period from 24 August 2017 to 31 December 2017. The following transactions have been executed under the program:     Date                 Number of shares Average Amount (DKK)

IK Investment Partners to sell passive fire protection expert svt Group to Ergon Capital

IK Investment Partners (“IK”) is pleased to announce that the IK Small Cap I Fund (“the Fund”) has reached an agreement to sell svt Group (“svt” or “the Company”), a leading provider of passive fire protection products and services as well as restoration management services, to Ergon Capital Partners III (“Ergon”). Financial terms of the transaction are not disclosed.svt is the leading company in Passive Fire Protection (PFP) and Restoration Management (RM) in Germany with c. 50 years of experience. The PFP business comprises the full value chain from R&D to manufacturing as well as

SEB: CFO Survey - Companies pursuing expansive agenda

· Optimism is rising further and can now be seen in greater willingness to invest · Less uncertainty, but growing concerns for shortage of skilled labour · Companies expect to see higher interest rates in the coming year The Deloitte/SEB CFO index for autumn 2017 rose for the second survey in a row and is now at its highest level since 2011. From Nordic and European perspectives, Swedish CFOs still hold a positive view. The survey shows that Sweden's CFOs feel increasingly optimistic about the immediate future. "The indications made by CFOs this past spring that global

Leading global medtech company adopts a healthy approach to pricing through Navetti PricePoint™

Navetti, a leading European provider of price optimization solutions through its software suite Navetti PricePoint™, is pleased to announce that it has been chosen by one of the leading global medtech solution providers to expand its price optimization offer with the client. The new contract covers both a deepened engagement across Europe and the first steps towards a global deployment of Navetti PricePoint, where the target architecture and operational model will be evaluated across a range of different markets and regions. “As the contract is with one of the world’s most admired

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