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Kongsberg Automotive Holding ASA – Invitation to Capital Markets Day

Kongsberg Automotive is pleased to invite to Capital Markets Day on Tuesday 6 November 2012. The event will take place at Kongsberg Automotive’s headquarters and R&D facilities in Kongsberg, Dyrmyrgata 48, 3601 Kongsberg. The day will include a site visit at the R&D test center and presentations by the management, followed by a Q&A session. The agenda for the day is as follows: 7:45      Pick-up Thon Hotel Vika Atrium 9:20      Arrival and registration 9:30      KA strategic direction by CEO Hans Peter Havdal 10:15    Break 10:20    Power Products and Actuation & Chassis by

London 2012 will inspire tomorrow’s social scientists

The London 2012 Games legacy is an ideal way of encouraging young people not only to take up sport but to engage with social science as well, researchers at Bournemouth University believe. Young people in Dorset will have the chance to question whether hosting London 2012 has brought benefits to the area in which they live as well as to the UK as a whole at an event as part of the Economic and Social Research Council’s (ESRC) Festival of Social Science. "There is growing research on the impact of large scale events on society at both a local and national level," says Dr Debbie Sadd, of

Aspera expands its EMEA operations to support triple-digit growth

High-speed file transfer innovator expands EMEA team to drive European expansionEMERYVILLE, Calif.—30 October 2012 —On the back of unprecedented triple-digit growth, Aspera, Inc. , creator of patented fasp™ transport technology that moves the world’s digital assets at maximum speed, has announced a series of strategic appointments to support further EMEA expansion across a range of industries – media, entertainment, life sciences, financial services and enterprise IT. The appointments of Glenn Broere, sales manager for UK & Ireland and Lisa Borga, marketing

Veidekke ASA : PRESENTATION OF THIRD QUARTER RESULTS 2012

Please note that Veidekke will hold its presentation of its results for the third quarter 2012 on Thursday 8. November at 8.00 a.m. at Veidekkes head office, Skabos vei 4, Skøyen, Oslo. The presentation and Q&A session will be translated into English simultaneously. Both the presentation and the following Q&A session can be followed via webcast at www.veidekke.no. It will be possible to ask questions through web. To attend the presentation on Thursday 8. November, please send an email to ir@veidekke.no or register to Anita Pettersen, phone +47 21 05 77 84. This information is subject of

Electrosonic Hires Lee Styles as New Business Development Manager for Corporate Solutions Business

London (October 30, 2012) – Electrosonic, an international audio-visual systems integration and service solutions company, has announced the appointment of Lee Styles as Business Development Manager for Corporate Solutions for Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Styles will be responsible for developing Electrosonic’s customer base and building new client relationships across the corporate market. Lee’s appointment is an important step in the growth of Electrosonic’s Corporate Solutions business within the EMEA region. His role will involve developing new relationships with

Byggmax purchases a real estate in Nacka, Stockholm

Byggmax purchases a real estate in Nacka, Stockholm from Bilprovningen (Vehicle inspection). Byggmax will apply for change of zoning and build permit for the real estate. Bilprovningen will remain in the premises as a tenant.- We have wanted to the establish a Byggmax store in Nacka for a long time. Nacka is one of the most attractive areas in Sweden, and we have now found a good location for Byggmax.We hope to be able to open as soon as possible, most likely during 2014, says Magnus Agervald, CEO Byggmax. Prästkragens väg 1 is a good location, with a large space and the opportunity to

Kværner ASA : Kværner ASA's financial calendar 2013

Kvaerner will host its Capital Markets Day on 10 January 2013 at the new offices at Vækerø outside Oslo.   [][][][]Capital Markets Day: 10 January 20134[th] quarter results 2012: 13 February 2013Annual General Meeting 2012: 10 April 20131[st] quarter results 2013: 7 May 20132[nd] quarter results 2013: 16 August 20133[rd] quarter results 2013: 25 October 2013  The dates may be subject to change.  ENDS For further information, please contact: Investor relations:Ingrid Aarsnes, SVP Investor Relations, Kvaerner; Tel: +47 67 59 50 46, Mob: +47

Proact updates FordonsDatas’ storage environment

Proact has implemented a new storage environment for FordonsData. The solution increases data security and management capacity for business critical data. Previous IT investments have also been protected and integrated into the new solution. The agreement includes ongoing support from Proact.FordonsData Nordic AB is a Swedish IT company providing the automotive industry with complete business system solutions covering; software, hardware, project management, training, implementation and support. Some of the companies using FordonsDatas’ systems are; Mercedes, BMW, Toyota and Sweden’s only

Focus on efficiency improvement in continued tough market

Vattenfall is reporting an underlying operating profit for the nine-month period 2012 that is nearly on par with 2011 for continuing operations – despite a challenging market. The industry is under continuous pressure from overcapacity, low prices and low margins, especially for electricity generation based on natural gas. Vattenfall has therefore recognized impairment losses of SEK 8.6 billion for the book value of goodwill and production assets in the Thermal Power business unit during the third quarter.• Net sales decreased by 12.0% to SEK 33,679 million (38,276) for the third quarter

Etrion Announces the appointment of Tom Dinwoodie as New Board Director

October 29, 2012, Geneva, Switzerland – Etrion Corporation (“Etrion” or the “Company”) (TSX: ETX) (OMX: ETX), an independent solar power producer, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Dinwoodie to the Etrion board.Mr. Dinwoodie is a world leading expert in solar power with over 25 years experience in the renewable energy sector.  He was the founding member of PowerLight Corporation, a global manufacturer, supplier and systems integrator of solar energy products and services (“PowerLight”), where he held the position of Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) and Chairman of the Board.  In

Fiskars launches an international web store to expand distribution of its Home products

Fiskars Corporation       Press release   October 30, 2012Fiskars is today expanding the international distribution of its Home products by opening an international web store for the Iittala brand. Thanks to the new English language Iittala.com website, an international audience will now have the opportunity to not only buy products online but also to familiarize themselves with Iittala’s strong traditions. The international web store takes its place alongside Iittala’s Finnish web store, which has been online already five years. The international web store supports Iittala’s and the

Skanska to build office in Norway for SEK 440 M

Skanska has signed a contract with Ferd Eiendom AS for a new office in Kokstad, Bergen, Norway. Tenant of the new office premises is Aibel AS. The contract value amounts to NOK 380 M, about SEK 440 M, which is included in order bookings for the fourth quarter of 2012.The office project on Kokstadsveien 23 includes a total of 25,000 square meters on four floors and parking in the basement. Work on the project will start before year-end and will be finished before the New Year of 2015. Skanska Norway focuses on construction and civil engineering operations. The unit has approximately 4,500

Interim Report, January -September 2012

Geoffrey McDonough, CEO: "The third quarter continued to demonstrate solidunderlying growth in product sales and an improvement of the gross margin inline with our expectations. In September we reported positive top-line resultsfrom our factor IX phase III program with Biogen Idec for the development of along-lasting recombinant coagulation factor for hemophilia B. In addition wewere granted priority review by the FDA for our application for Kineret® for theNOMID indication with an expected approval date in late December 2012. We alsocontinued to strengthen the Partner Product

Reminder: Invitation to presentation of Orkla's Q3-12 results, Wednesday 31 October

Orkla will report third quarter 2012 results on Wednesday, 31 October 2012 at 7.00 a.m. CET. The quarterly report and the presentation materials will be available at this time at www.orkla.com. Presentation:A presentation of the third quarter results will be held at 8.00 a.m. at Vika Atrium Conference Center, Munkedamsveien 45, in Oslo. The presentation will be held in English and may be seen live at webcast at www.orkla.com. You may also follow the presentation live by telephone, dial in details: +47 21 03 33 94. Pincode: 29228#. Orkla ASAOslo, 30 October 2012 Contact Orkla

CONCENTRIC CONSOLIDATES ITS HYDRAULICS CAPACITY IN EUROPE

Concentric AB today announces that it intends to close its hydraulics assembly plant in Skånes Fagerhult, Sweden in response to the economic downturn.“We sincerely regret the impact this action will have on our employees in Skånes Fagerhult,” says David Woolley, Chief Executive Officer. “However, declining market conditions allow that we now consolidate our hydraulics capacity in Europe, which will better align our production with the market and help improve our long-term competitiveness.” The closure is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2013. 70 people will be affected

FRED. OLSEN ENERGY ASA (FOE) REPORTS AN OPERATING PROFIT BEFORE DEPRECIATION (EBITDA) OF 992 MILLION IN 3rdQUARTER 2012

Figures in NOK HIGHLIGHTS · Revenues were 1,901 million · EBITDA was 992 million · Operating profit (EBIT) was 662 million · Profit before tax was 566 million · Earnings per share were 8.2 · BP exercised one month option on Borgholm Dolphin · New three-year contract for Borgland Dolphin · New eight-well contract, estimated to 570 days, for Bredford DolphinPost quarter events · Three-year extension for Bideford Dolphin · Five-year drilling contract for Bollsta Dolphin

Interim Report January – September 2012

· Sales for the third quarter increased by 7 percent to 3,208 MSEK (3,011) and by 6 percent in local currencies · Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 942 MSEK (909) and by 3 percent in local currencies · Operating profit2) increased by 4 percent to 1,022 MSEK (983) for the third quarter · EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 3.41 SEK (3.28), EPS (basic) for the first nine months increased by 19 percent to 10.40 SEK (8.72) 1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit

Nursing not Enough for Losing Weight after Pregnancy

While nursing and exercise help, sustainable weight loss after pregnancy requires lifestyle changes. A clinical trial conducted by Sahlgrenska Academy found that women who underwent dietary treatment averaged 10 percent weight loss.Most women gain weight during pregnancy – typically only a few pounds, but pronounced and permanent approximately one-fifth of the time. Given that a high body mass index increases the risk of complications and disease during and after pregnancy, the trend towards greater weight gain poses a serious public health issue. Women who are significantly overweight

Q-FREE THIRD QUARTER 2012: ANOTHER INVESTMENT QUARTER

The postponement of the Jakarta project has a negative impact on the company’s short term financial performance. The third quarter result reflects this. Hence, the operating profit (EBIT) in the quarter was negative with -23 MNOK, on level with the previous quarter, but lower than same quarter last year. However, the top line figures were picking up during the quarter. Revenues came in at 154 MNOK compared to 144 MNOK Q3 last year and also substantially higher than the previous quarters in 2012.Order intake totalized to 153 MNOK, clearly improved compared to previous quarter which

Approved prospectus and details regarding subsequent offering

NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION, IN WHOLE OR IN PART DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN AUSTRALIA, CANADA, JAPAN OR THE UNITED STATES Stavanger, 30 October 2012: Reference is made to the stock exchange announcements made by Norwegian Energy Company ASA (“Noreco” or the “Company”) dated 1 October 2012, 2 October 2012 and 26 October 2012 regarding (i) a private placement (the "Private Placement") of 108,108,108 new shares in the Company (the "New Shares"), (ii) the subsequent offering (the "Subsequent Offering") of up to 18,918,918 additional shares in the Company (the "Offer

Raute Corporation - Interim report January 1 - September 30, 2012

RAUTE CORPORATION INTERIM REPORT October 30, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.RAUTE CORPORATION - INTERIM REPORT JANUARY 1-SEPTEMBER 30, 2012- The Group’s net sales, EUR 67.4 million (MEUR 59.4), increased 13 percent on the comparison period. Order intake was EUR 104 million (MEUR 46).- Operating profit was EUR 1.9 million positive (MEUR +0.4). Result before taxes was EUR 1.8 million positive (MEUR +0.1).- Earnings per share (undiluted) were EUR +0.26 (EUR -0.02).- Net sales for the third quarter were EUR 29.9 million and operating profit was EUR 1.8 million positive. Order intake was EUR 28

Transfer of licences approved

Stavanger, 30 October 2012: Norwegian Energy Company ASA (Noreco) has received approval from the Norwegian Ministry of Petroleum and Energy (MPE) regarding the transfer of all production licences and operatorships from Noreco to its subsidiary Noreco Norway AS. Noreco on 28 September 2012 announced a plan to reorganise the group structure in order to provide for more efficient operations. The approval from the MPE represents an important milestone in this plan. The company will now continue preparing for the transfer of all related assets, contracts and personnel, which is contemplated

Children with obesity must be treated in time

A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden shows that behavioural treatment for inducing weight-loss can be very effective for severely obese children. However, the treatment to change dietary and exercise habits must be given in time, as it showed to have little effect on adolescents with the same problem."The results are indeed alarming for these severely obese adolescents, who run a serious risk of disease and social marginalisation,” says Claude Marcus, Professor of paediatrics at Karolinska Institutet. “New treatment methods must be developed and for some young people, surgery

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