1Q 2007 RESULTS - STRONGER POSITION FOR FURTHER GROWTH
Through share divestitures, Aker freed up NOK 9.1 billion gross of cash in the quarter. After debt repayment and some smaller investments in the first quarter, Aker had cash, cash equivalents, and short-term interest-bearing receivables of NOK 8.1 billion as of 31 March 2007. This provides Aker with significant financial clout and helps ensure Aker shareholders` future dividend payments, in line with Aker`s established dividend policy.Going forward, the outlook and projected growth for Aker`s main business activities are favorable. The Group and its associated companies had a total order