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TV3 ESTABLISHED AS CLEAR NUMBER ONE IN BALTICS - VIASAT LAUNCHES NEW CHANNEL IN ESTONIA

Modern Times Group MTG AB, the international entertainment broadcasting group, today announced the launch of the successful ‘3+’ channel format in Estonia and that its ‘TV3’ entertainment channels are now the largest channels in each of the three Baltic countries – Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. The introduction of the 3+ channel format in Estonia follows the success of 3+ in Latvia, where the channel has already attracted a 5% share of viewing in only its first year. As in Latvia, 3+ is being distributed via Viasat’s DTH satellite platform and third party cable networks and is targeting

Wihlborgs sells 10 properties for SEK 223 million at a profit of SEK 20 million

Wihlborgs has sold ten properties for a total of SEK 223 million. The profit of SEK 20 million will be included in the result for the fourth quarter of 2004. "There is a strong interest in property-related business and we expect that the activity will remain at a high level during 2005 ," says Erik Paulsson, President and CEO of Wihlborgs Fastigheter. Buys two properties for SEK 56 million Wihlborgs has acquired two properties, in Malmö and Helsingborg respectively, for a total of SEK 56 million. Wihlborgs Fastigheter AB (publ) For further information: Erik Paulsson, President and CEO, Tel.:

Gunnebo acquires France’s Eurofence. Deal will strengthen Gunnebo in outdoor perimeter protection.

The Gunnebo international security group has today acquired all the share capital of the French security company Eurofence SA. The acquisition is part of Gunnebo Perimeter Protection’s strategy of achieving a leading position on the European outdoor perimeter protection market.Including the acquisition of Germany’s Elkosta in April last year, the division’s annual turnover has almost doubled and now amounts to more than MEUR 110. Eurofence, which was founded in 1972, has an annual turnover of MEUR 25 and employs 135 people in France. The product range consists mainly of welded fencing,

First order in Ireland for Sectra MicroDose Mammography: Sectra provides digital mammography to the National Breast Screening Programme in the Republic of Ireland

The Irish National Breast Screening Programme, BreastCheck, has chosen the IT and medical technology company Sectra’s image management system Sectra PACS™ for Breast Imaging for its operation. This is Sectras’s first order in Ireland for a digital mammography solution. The order also includes one low dose digital mammography stand, Sectra MicroDose Mammography™.Sectra PACS for Breast Imaging will allow BreastCheck to efficiently use and evaluate full field digital mammography equipment such as the Sectra MicroDose Mammography stand. "We chose Sectra as the preferred supplier of mammography

OMX Exchanges observe three minutes of silence

Following the recommendation made by the Council of the European Union, the OMX Exchanges will observe three minutes of silence tomorrow January 5, 2005 as a mark of respect to the commemoration of the victims of the Tsunami disaster. The trading systems will not be closed down. However, Stockholm Stock Exchange, Helsinki Stock Exchange, Tallinn Stock Exchange, Riga Stock Exchange and Vilnius Stock Exchange request that their members also observe three minutes of silence and refrain from all trading activities between 12.00 and 12.03 local time. Helsinki Stock Exchange, Tallinn Stock

AerotechTelub wins vehicle computer order from Hägglunds

AerotechTelub has signed a contract with Land Systems Hägglunds AB for a vehicle computer system for combat vehicles. The system comprises computers, displays and video distribution units, and will be integrated in the CV9035 NL Combat Vehicle, which Hägglunds has recently sold to the Dutch Army. The contract is worth in the region of MSEK 80 and relates to deliveries in 2006-2010. The order will primarily affect AerotechTelub’s operations in Linköping, Sweden. The majority of production will take place in the Netherlands as part of a counter-trade agreement.“This is the second contract

Aker Kvaerner wins second tranche of work at Shell's Pernis refinery

The project involves plot clearance, utilities and tie-ins for a cogeneration plant that will be built on the site. The Pernis facility is the second largest Shell refinery and one of the ten largest in the world. "This project is very important to us," says Wim van der Zande, president of AK Process. "It is for one of our key customers in our home market and further demonstrates we have the ability and resources that make us capable to deliver integrated engineering, procurement and construction management from our local network of offices in Maastricht, Antwerp, Rotterdam and Cologne.

LNG terminal contract to Aker Kvaerner/ IHI consortium

The Cameron terminal will be the first large project to combine in one delivery Aker Kvaerner's expertise in regasification, engineering and construction management for LNG facilities and IHI's position as a market leader within design and manufacturing of LNG storage and processing systems. Engineering will take place primarily in Houston and involve approximately 125 personnel from both companies. The head of Aker Kvaerner's LNG business, John Siffert said "It is pleasing to us that Sempra Energy has recognised our track record within the oil and gas and LNG regasification industry and

“Top ten” in mobile phone sales at Telia’s stores in December

Mobile phones with prepaid cards were very much in demand during the Christmas shopping season in 2004. Nokia therefore kept a firm grasp on its No. 1 position because it offers these types of phones. Siemens entered the best-selling list for the same reason.Sony Ericsson, with four mobile phones, still has the most handset models on the “Top Ten” list but fell a few notches in the rankings in December. December ranking November ranking Handset model Note 1 1 Nokia 3310 R 2 9 Samsung SGH-E330 GO + K 3 2 Nokia 3510i R 4 New Siemens A65 R 5 5 SonyEricsson T630 GO + K + R 6 3 SonyEricsson

Atlas Copco completes the divestment of its electric tool business

Stockholm, Sweden, January 4, 2005: The Atlas Copco Group has, on January 3, completed the divestment of its electric tool business to Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd, following approvals from regulatory authorities and Techtronic’s shareholders.Techtronic Industries, based in Hong Kong (Hong Kong Stock Exchange, stock code 669), paid a net amount of MUSD 664 (MSEK 4 380). The payment consisted of a total pre-adjustment price of MUSD 713 (MSEK 4 705) less agreed adjustment to the amount of MUSD 86 (MSEK 570) reflecting pension and post-retirement liabilities, plus existing net cash in the

THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY AND METRO USA ENTER INTO VENTURE IN BOSTON

NEW YORK, Jan. 4, 2005 -- The New York Times Company, owner of The Boston Globe, and Metro USA announced today a joint venture in which the Times Company will own 49 percent of Metro Boston, Metro USA’s free daily newspaper targeting well-educated young professionals. “We are very pleased about this new venture with Metro USA,” said Janet Robinson, president and chief executive officer of The New York Times Company. “It furthers our long-term strategy of serving our audiences in Boston.” Pelle Tornberg, president and CEO, Metro International, said, “The New York Times Company is one of the

Observer acquires US media evaluation firm

Observer acquires the operations of Delahaye, a firm with a global media evaluation offering. Delahaye is one of the world's strongest brands in media analysis and fits well into the Observer portfoilio of media analytic services. - Through this acquisition we strengthen our offer of analysis and evaluation services. Observer and Delahaye are the only companies with strong offerings in both North America and Europe, says RL, CEO of Observer Group. D:s client base include a number of Fortune 1000 companies and the yearly sales amount to nine million US dollars. - We see great opportunities

NCC sells office building in Copenhagen for SEK 120 million

NCC Property Development in Denmark has sold the Company Park Ørestad office building to API Property Fund Denmark P/S. The purchase consideration is approximately SEK 120 million (DKK 100 million). Following complete provisions for rental guarantees, the transaction will have no impact on NCC Property Development’s earnings.Company Park Ørestad was constructed by NCC between 2001 and 2002 and is currently leased to the Masterfoods, Biogen, RAE Systems and BearingPoint companies. It is a bright and congenial office property with excellent light conditions and large amounts of open spaces.

Simonsen Sverige AB will change its name to Textilia Tvätt & Textilservice AB

Bure’s sale of Simonsen’s Materials division, which was announced in October 2004, has been completed. When the transfer is made, Simonsen Sverige AB will change its name to Textilia Tvätt & Textilservice AB. The company is already registered in the Group and is established with some customers and internally in the company.Bure’s ownership in Textilia Tvätt & Textilservice AB amounts to 100 per cent. Gothenburg, 3 January 2005 Bure Equity AB (publ) For further information, please contact: Johan Burénius, Investment Manager +46 31-708 64 32 +46 705-37 76 37 Johanna Pettersson, Information

Oil production report for 2004

West Siberian Resources Ltd’s oil production continues to increase. Production during December 2004 amounted to proximately 150,000 barrels, or 4,850 barrels per day. The annual production in 2004 amounted to 988,000 barrels, or 2,700 barrels per day, which is 60 percent higher than in 2003.In 2003, the annual oil production amounted to 617,000 barrels, or 1,690 barrels per day. In December, the horizontal well no 130 was completed and the well is currently being tested. Production enhancement activities were performed on wells G1 and G2. A water injection well intended to improve pressure

OMX Exchanges Annual Statistics 2004

• Total share turnover amounted to EUR 553 (415) billion. • The turnover rate was 124 (113) per cent. • The total derivative trading turnover amounted to 112,924,208 (87,370,965) contracts. • The number of listed companies amounted to 509 at the end of December (542). • Records during 2004: • February was the best month ever in derivatives trading for OMX´ marketplaces and the average daily volume amounted to 636,192 contracts per day. (Earlier record January 2004: 527,910) • In April the daily average in share trading reached an all time high of EUR 1,177 million at Helsinki Stock Exchange

Allan Åkerstedt resigns from Storebrand

Allan Åkerstedt resigns from his position as managing director of Storebrand Investments with effect from 31st January 2005. Mr Åkerstedt will be at disposal for Storebrand until 28th February 2005. Allan Åkerstedt has been managing director of Storebrand Investments and a member of Storebrand Group's executive committee since he was employed at Storebrand 1st November 1997. During the same period, Mr. Åkerstedt has in addition carried out various internal and external assignments.   Based on Mr Åkerstedt's domicile in Sweden and shared work place between Stockholm and Oslo, combined

HSE: LIQUIDITY PROVIDING IN THE SHARE OF COMPONENTA OYJ

EXCHANGE NOTICE 1/2005, 3 January 2005 SHARESLIQUIDITY PROVIDING IN THE SHARE OF COMPONENTA OYJ The market making agreement between Componenta Oyj andNordea Bank Finland Plc meets the new requirements set forthe liquidity providing at Helsinki Stock Exchange. Thenew requirements entered into force on April 20, 2004.The liquidity providing relates to share of Componenta Oyjas of 4 January 2005. Company: Componenta OyjTrading code: CTH1VISIN-code: FI0009010110Orderbook id: 24247Liquidity Provider (LP): Nordea

Liquidity Providing for Componenta's share from Nordea Bank Finland Plc

Componenta Corporation Stock Exchange Release 3.1.2005 at 12.00Liquidity Providing for Componenta's share from Nordea Bank Finland Plc Componenta Corporation and Nordea Bank Finland Plc have signed a marketmaking agreement that meets the requirements of Liquidity Providing (LP)on the Helsinki Stock Exchange. The Agreement aims at improving a liquidity of the Componenta share andincrease investors' interest for the share. Under the terms of the agreement Nordea Bank Finland Plc will quote bidsand offers for Componenta's share so that the spread of the bid and offerprices is a

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