Pick a time period -
No more available filters You need to apply a filter before selecting newsroom

Use our filters to get your customized news. Save and subscribe to as many filters as you want, get the news that YOU are interested in right in your mailbox, RSS feed or in your personalized dashboard. Share your stories, news, multimedia and pressreleases and get a wider audience with news.cision.com.

Kuluttajat suhtautuvat innokkaasti lisätyn todellisuuden sovelluksiin

Lisätyn todellisuuden teknologia (AR, augmented reality) on keino tarjota mahdollisuuksia vuorovaikutteisuuteen ja myönteisiin kokemuksiin. VTT selvitti pohjoismaisessa NICe-projektissa, miten kuluttajat suhtautuvat uuteen teknologiaan. Valitut Palat ja Aller Media Oy kehittivät projektissa suomalaisille kuluttajille uusia lisätyn todellisuuden sovelluksia. Kuluttajat kokevat lisätyn todellisuuden sovellukset kiehtovina ja houkuttelevina. He toivovat, että sovellukset ovat hyödyllisiä ja että niitä on helppo ja nopea käyttää. Odotukset ovat korkealla, eivätkä käyttökustannuksetkaan enää

The Karelian Gold Line Environmental Impact Assessment Study Completed

An environmental impact assessment study of the production consequences at the currently known seven satellite gold deposits along the Karelian Gold Line has been completed and submitted to North Karelian Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment. The environmental impacts of mining and ore transports from the currently known gold deposits Hosko, Kuivisto, Pampalo NW, Rämepuro, Muurinsuo, Korvilansuo and Kuittila to the Pampalo processing plant, as well as the impact on people’s living conditions have been thoroughly researched in the report. All activities from

Status report - unexpected presence of waste rocks causes lower production volume in May

· After a positive start to the second quarter, the yield temporarily suffered a sharp fall in May due to the unexpected presence of waste rock in the ore. · The variations in the ROM iron content means that the previous target of positive EBITDA in the second quarter will not be achieved. In the current situation, the yield in May does not give rise to any adjustment to the estimate for the rest of the year. · The ongoing investment programme is expected to increase the finished product yield by 10 to 15 percentage points. · The increased uncertainty about this year's production

Cold climate wind energy showing huge potential

Wind energy capacity is growing rapidly in the cold climates of the world. According to the latest forecasts, between 45 and 50 gigawatts of wind energy will be built in cold climates by 2017, which would mean an increase of as much as 72 per cent since the end of 2012 and investments amounting to approximately EUR 75 billion. “This is a huge opportunity,” says Research Scientist Tomas Wallenius from VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland. “There has been a lot of talk about the potential of offshore wind power, but the market for cold climate wind energy is more than ten times greater.

Navamedic expands cooperation with German pharma manufacturer

Navamedic ASA (OSE: NAVA) today announced that the Company is expanding its cooperation with German pharmaceutical products manufacturer Pohl-Boskamp. Two new Pohl-Boskamp products have been added to the Navamedic product portfolio. Navamedic and Pohl-Boskamp have cooperated since 2010. The products now being included in Navamedic's offering is GeloSitin® Nasal Care, a nasal spray based on sesame oil and GeloRevoice® Throat Tablets, a hydrogel product aimed at treating sore throat and dry-cough. The combined Nordic market for these product groups is estimated at more than NOK 60 million.

Information in the market regarding order in Jordan

Today, there is information in the market regarding a 117 MW project in Jordan. As soon as the project translates into a firm and unconditional order in accordance with Vestas’ definition, Vestas will disclose a company announcement about this. Vestas discloses this announcement based on Vestas’ obligation as a Danish listed company, ref. the Securities Trading Act, section 27(2). Contact detailsVestas Wind Systems A/S, DenmarkLars Villadsen, Senior Vice President, Investor RelationsTel.: +45 9730 0000

COS TO OPEN IN ISTANBUL

COS, Collection of Style, is pleased to announce the launch of the brand in Turkey, with an inaugural store opening in Istanbul.The brand renowned for offering men and women style over fashion, core wardrobe essentials and garments that evoke timeless modernity, will launch in the landmark development Zorlu Centre, later in the year. As the first opening in the diverse Turkish retail market, this represents a new chapter for the brand known for its commitment to design, quality and affordability. Marie Honda, Overall Brand Responsible for COS, said of the planned Turkish expansion, “We

Prestigious cash handling assignment in Turkey

Loomis’ Turkish subsidiary has signed a three-year agreement with HSBC Turkey for cash handling services across Turkey. The agreement, which initially covers three years, means that Loomis will provide approximately 260 bank branches and around 470 ATMs in 16 cities with cash. Major cities for the assignment, including both cash in transit and cash management services, are the capital Ankara and the port city of Izmir. To provide the new services Loomis Turkey will also invest further in improved infrastructure including three new branches as well as significant upgrades of existing

Sectra’s year-end report 2012/2013: Healthy order bookings through several long-term contracts

The IT and medical technology company Sectra reported order bookings of SEK 350.0 million (188.2) for the fourth quarter of the 2012/2013 fiscal year. This corresponds to a year-on-year increase of 86%. Sectra has a sound financial position and, accordingly, the Board proposes to the Annual General Meeting that SEK4.50 per share be paid to shareholders through a share redemption program.Sectra’s net sales for the fourth quarter increased 4% to SEK 248.1 million (238.5) and operating profit totaled SEK 37.6 million (46.8). Earnings corresponded to an operating margin of 15.2% (19.6). “We

Mirasys and Bosch Security Systems tighten technological and commercial cooperation

Mirasys Ltd, a leading supplier of open platform Video Management Systems (VMS), has today accredited Bosch as a new Platinum Partner. At the same time Mirasys has joint the Integration Partner Program (IPP) from Bosch. The Mirasys Partner Program aims to ensure comprehensive end-to-end solutions and standardised frameworks through timely, quality integrations along with the tools and contacts needed for turning technical integration into tangible business benefits. As a Platinum Partner, Bosch was invited to enter the program based on an assessment of the business impact generated

Metso signs letter of intent with CMPC Celulose Riograndense covering key pulp mill technology in Brazil

Metso Corporation's stock exchange release on May 28, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. local timeMetso has signed a letter of intent with CMPC Celulose Riograndense S.A. to supply key technology for CMPC's Guaíba II pulp line in Brazil. The new pulp line, which is an expansion to the existing Guaíba pulp mill, will have a capacity of 1.3 million tonnes per year and will be able to reach 1.5 million tonnes per year with minor investments. The new pulp line is to be built in the state of Rio Grande do Sul in southern Brazil and is scheduled to be commissioned in the first half of 2015. The value of the

New growth goal for Sectra

The Board of Directors of the IT and medical technology company Sectra (STO: SECT B) has set a new growth goal for the company. This is a consequence of Sectra being active in markets that are changing rapidly, where the nature of deliveries is being changed and streamlined.The decision by the Board implies that Sectra is continuing to prioritize increased profit, but is also clarifying that profit growth is more important for the company than growth in sales. The Board has also placed the company’s goals in order of priority. Following revision, the financial goals are (in order of

Reminder – Elekta’s Capital Markets Day in Stockholm on June 12, 2013

Stockholm, May 28, 2013 Elekta invites equity analysts, investors and media representatives to Elekta’s Capital Markets Day on June 12 at Clarion Sign Hotel in Stockholm. Presentations will start at 13:00 CET and end approximately 16:00 CET. Lunch will be served from 12:15 CET.Tomas Puusepp, President and CEO, and other members of Elekta’s management team will give presentations focusing on Elekta’s strategy and development. To attend, please register by e-mail to elisabeth.natt.och.dag@elekta.com no later than June 7, 2013. It will also be possible to follow the Capital Markets

FIRST QUARTER 2013 RESULTS

Quarterly highlights - Q1 2013    · Revenues of USD  69.1 million, compared to USD 34.6 million in Q1 2012· EBITDA of USD 22.9 million(33,1%) , improved from USD  2.6  million in Q1 2012· EBIT of USD 13.8 million (20,0%), compared to negative USD  3.1  million in Q1 2012· Net Income before tax of USD 10.6 million, compared to negative USD 1.4 million in Q1 2012· Dolphin fleet were primarily allocated to exclusive contract work worth USD 60 million and with limited Multi-Client (MCS) investments of USD 4.8 million for the quarter· Strong margin contribution from the high capacity

IFPA welcomes efforts of Argentina, Ecuador, Panama and Qatar and 20 other WHO Member States to establish World Psoriasis Day as a WHO health day

At the occasion of the 66th World Health Assembly Argentina, Ecuador, Panama and Qatar initiated a resolution encouraging the establishment of World Psoriasis Day as a WHO health day to raise awareness about this hugely underestimated disease.(Geneva, 28 May, 2013 ) Psoriasis is a serious, chronic, inflammatory, non-communicable disease for which there is currently no cure. According to a recent report the disease affects around 2 percent of the global population, with an even higher prevalence in some countries.  In the run-up to the 133rd Executive Board meeting on 29 and 30 May, over

Karlovy Vary Czech Youth Learn The Key To Happiness

Volunteers from the Church of Scientology Mission of Prague conduct character education lectures based on The Way to Happiness. More than 100 young men and women attending a business academy and language school in the West Bohemia city of Karlovy Vary in the Czech Republic are learning what may be the very "secret" to happiness through lectures on The Way to Happiness , a nonreligious moral code based entirely on common sense. The second in a series of three lectures was held April 3, introducing students to precepts that will help them as they begin

Sunscreen Film Festival Sponsored By Youth For Human Rights

For the past five years, Youth for Human Rights, supported by the Scientology Churches of the Tampa Bay area, has been one of the sponsors of the Sunscreen Film Festival. Industry professionals see film as the best medium to promote human rights. Once a year, St. Petersburg, Florida, goes “Hollywood” for the Sunscreen Film Festival , now in its 8th year. Sunscreen has steadily grown in prominence and is now one of 23 festivals sponsored by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. More than 800 films were submitted and 95 were selected

Focus on picturebooks as Isol received the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award

In a ceremony at the Stockholm Concert Hall on Monday evening, Marisol “Isol” Misenta was presented with the 2013 Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award by H.R.H. Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden. The award ceremony paid tribute to the multitalented picture book artist from Argentina, who ended up her acceptance speech by performing an unaccompanied tango by Kurt Weill.In her acceptance speech Isol emphasized the importance of illustrations.– I’m glad this award gives relevance to those who think of illustration as a rich, profound language, one with a voice of its own. In picture books we can

Kværner ASA : Acquisition of own shares

27 May 2013 - Kværner ASA has today, in connection with the company's share purchase programmes for employees and managers, purchased 40 000 own shares in the open market at an average price of NOK 10.99 per share. Following the transaction, Kværner ASA holds a total of 140 000 own shares.ENDS For further information, please contact: Investor relations: Ingrid Aarsnes, SVP Investor Relations, Kvaerner, Tel: +47 67 59 50 46, Mob: +47 950 38 364 Media: Mariken Holter, SVP Corporate Communications, Kvaerner, Tel: +47 67 52 74 35, Mob: +47 917 87 358. About Kvaerner:With more

Saab invests in Indian company Pipavav

In august 2012 defence and security company Saab announced that a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) had been signed concerning a strategic investment in the listed Indian company Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering Company Limited (Pipavav). The investment of MSEK 250 has now been made in shares issued through a, to Saab, directed share issue. After the investment, Saab holds approximately 3.3 per cent of the capital and votes in the company. The investment will be financed from Saab's own readily available resources.Pipavav is a well-known company in the naval domain inIndiaand has

Veidekke ASA: Veidekke's new corporate management is ready

In connection with the upcoming change of President and CEO of Veidekke from 1 July, incoming President and CEO Arne Giske has put together the new management team. Some managers will retain their responsibilities, others will be handed new tasks, and a new corporate staff manager has been appointed. "This is a highly skilled and good management team that I look forward to cooperating with in taking Veidekke forward," says Arne Giske.  Previously, the heads of the operating units have been announced, and these are: · Dag Andresen, who will continue as Executive Vice President with

Husqvarna Group wins another grand slam at the red dot awards

This year, Husqvarna Group received six prestigious "red dot" design awards for the high design quality of its Husqvarna and Gardena products. Three out of the six awards were in the "best of the best" distinction.The red dot design award is one of the most prestigious international design awards, founded in 1955 by Design Zentrum Nordrhein-Westfalen in Germany. This year, the jury assessed 4,662 products in 19 different categories. Each product is rated on criteria such as innovation, functionality, self-explanatory, quality and environmental compatibility. ”We are deeply honored

Team GEEK rides to support the fight against HIV/AIDS

Enea helps fighting HIV and AIDS through Corporate Social Responsibility initiativeSTOCKHOLM, Sweden, May 27, 2013 – Enea® (NASDAQ OMX Nordic:ENEA), a world leading operating system solution vendor for 3G and 4G infrastructure equipment, today announced their support for the AIDS/LifeCycle ride. HIV affects all of us, regardless of race, background or sexual orientation. While great strides have been made since the first reported cases, the AIDS crisis is not over. The AIDS/LifeCycle is a 545 mile (877 km) 7-day bicycle ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to raise money and awareness

IVU wins UITP Award 2013

London project is winner in the ‘Information Technologies’ categoryMore than 240 companies from 40 countries submitted applications for the ‘Grow with Public Transport’ International Awards of the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), and the winners were announced at the UITP World Congress in Geneva on Sunday. The awards are given to innovative public transport projects which contribute to the sustainable improvement of the quality and quantity of public transport. The introduction of the dynamic passenger information IVU.realtime in London is one such project. IVU Traffic

There are no items matching the current filter
There are no more items matching the current filter
Back to top