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Sweden’s Örebro University selects Proact solution for AI computing initiative

Örebro University in Sweden has ordered a high-performance computing system for AI applications from Proact. This investment provides new capabilities to some 60 scientists directly involved in AI research, while also supporting the university’s initiatives for knowledge-sharing to businesses and public entities.This investment provides Örebro University with a central high-performance computing resource to support its Artificial Intelligence research, a field where the university has been active for than two decades. At the heart of the new system is a supercomputing server powered by tens

Nokian Tyres: Disclosure under chapter 9, section 10 of the securities market act

Nokian Tyres plc Stock Exchange Release December 17, 2019, at 9:00 a.m. Nokian Tyres has received an announcement from BlackRock, Inc. on December 16, 2019, in accordance with the Finnish Securities Market Act Chapter 9, Section 5. According to the announcement BlackRock, Inc.'s indirect holding in Nokian Tyres shares exceeded the level of 5% of the share capital in Nokian Tyres plc, as a result of share transactions concluded on December 13, 2019. The indirect shareholding of BlackRock, Inc. in Nokian Tyres has increased to 6,976,524 shares, corresponding to 5.02% of Nokian Tyres’

Transcom Holding AB (publ): Brent Welch to be elected as new Board Member of Transcom

Transcom Holding AB is pleased to announce that Brent Welch is to be elected to the Transcom Board, adding in-depth sales and operational expertise supporting Transcom in its next phase of profitable growth.Brent Welch has 35+ years of experience running global operations including over a decade with Teleperformance, the largest world-wide outsourced contact center provider.  He held several executive positions there including Global COO. He has received Tele-professionals Consultant of the Year Award and TMC’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and since 2017 active in his own management and

New canal will facilitate sustainable transport of goods

Sweco and Arcadis are partners of a consortium responsible for planning and design of a large waterway for inland vessels up to 4,400 tonnes between France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Société du Canal Seine-Nord Europe is the client."We are very proud to be involved in an assignment to redesign European freight transport in a sustainable way," says Erwin Malcorps, Managing Director Sweco Belgium. The new canal in France will cover 107 kilometres between the Oise in Compiègne and the Dunkirk-Scheldt canal near Cambrai. A total of seven locks, three navigable aqueducts and 61 bridges

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The need for demand-side management of electricity increases – piloted marketplace would enhance the use of demand-side resources

VTT and the University of Vaasa are collaborating to develop a new real-time marketplace for demand-side management of electricity. The marketplace would solve some challenges brought about by the energy revolution by enhancing the use of demand-side resources. At the same time, it would enable giving consumers a more active role on the energy market than they currently have.Continuous energy availability is necessary for all Finns and the Finnish industry. However, it is impossible to store energy in a large scale, so, to ensure availability, there must always be a balance between the

PRH has deregistered companies that have not filed their financial statements for registration

The Finnish Patent and Registration Office (PRH) has removed from the Finnish Trade Register circa 4,200 limited liability companies and co-operatives that have not filed their financial statements for registration.The deregistered companies had not filed their financial statements despite reminder letters. The PRH had also informed the companies of the procedure using a number of communication channels. The companies deregistered on 16 December 2019 are listed on the prh.fi website. · Go to the website in Finnish.  

NCC to construct office building for social services in Västerås

NCC, in partnership with Hemfosa, will be constructing a new office property to bring together all of the social service operations in Västerås. The order for this partnering assignment is worth about SEK 250 million.   “Social services wants to consolidate its operations into one building, one point of contact, to create clarity and the best possible interface for all visitors. With NCC, we will gain a secure and transparent construction process and can create a welcoming, flexible, sustainable and cost-efficient building for important social operations,” says Maria Liderås,

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Alliance project Valhall Flank West starts production

As of Monday afternoon, operator Aker BP and partner Pandion Energy report that first oil was produced from Valhall Flank West in the North Sea. Through the development of this field, the wellhead platform alliance between Aker BP, Kvaerner, Aker Solutions and ABB set a new standard for delivery of flank developments on the Norwegian shelf.“This is truly a delivery worthy of respect. The alliance has worked together as one strong team. Not only have they delivered on the ambition of making the safest project ever, but the alliance is also delivering ahead of schedule and within budget,”

SBB intends to divest its holding in Amasten and has received acquisition commitments from investors

Samhällsbyggnadsbolaget i Norden AB (publ) (”SBB or ”Bolaget”) intends to sell its shares in Amasten Fastighets AB (publ) (”Amasten”). SBB owns approximately 20% of the shares and votes in Amasten. A sale of circa 89 million shares is secured through commitments to acquire shares from a number of reputable real estate investors; including, among others Eiendomsspar AS, Helene Sundt AS, Länsförsäkringar Fastighetsfond, M2 Asset Management AB and Bengt Kjell through companies. These investors have expressed an acceptance of a reduced allocation if it strengthens the shareholder base in

Filtered coffee helps prevent type 2 diabetes, show biomarkers in blood samples

Coffee can help reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes – but only filtered coffee, rather than boiled coffee. New research from Chalmers University of Technology and Umeå University, both in Sweden, show that the choice of preparation method influences the health effects of coffee. Many previous studies have shown a connection between high coffee intake and a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Now, a study from Chalmers University of Technology and Umeå University, offers new insight into this connection, using a novel method to help differentiate between the effects of

Simple tool shows life expectancy after dementia diagnosis

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet and from the Netherlands have developed a simple tool that shows the survival probability of a person with dementia disease over three years. This, they hope, will facilitate dialogue with the most seriously affected and help doctors and others plan the necessary care. The study is published today in the scientific journal Neurology.Dementia diseases are currently incurable. There are, however, many kinds of dementia, which develop differently from person to person. Some people can live for many years with their disease, while others have a disease that

Jetpak acquires 3D Logistik A/S

Jetpak Top Holding AB (publ) has through its subsidiary Jetpak Group AB signed an agreement to acquire all shares in 3D Logistik A/S, with closing set at January 2nd, 2020.3D Logistik A/S is a Danish based express logistic company with headquarters in Kolding. The company has 35 employees and a yearly revenue of approximately 100 MDKK (140 MSEK). 3D Logistik A/S has a strong focus on time sensitive solutions and has developed a strong position within the pharma and healthcare segment and other transport solutions involving time and temperature sensitive transports.  “The acquisition of

Relais Group Plc’s financial reporting and Annual General Meeting in 2020

RELAIS GROUP PLC COMPANY RELEASE 16.12.2019, AT 10.00 P.M. EET   Relais Group will publish its Financial Statement Release 2019 on Thursday, 27 February 2020. The publication date of the Half-Year Financial Report will be on Friday, 14 August 2020. The Financial Statements and the Report of the Board of Directors for 2019 will be published on Thursday, 5 March 2020 on the Company's website. The Annual General Meeting is planned to be held on Thursday, 26 March 2020 in Pörssitalo, Fabianinkatu 14, 00100 Helsinki.  A shareholder, who wishes to place an item on the agenda

Relais Group Plc acquires remaining shares in Awimex International AB

RELAIS GROUP PLC COMPANY RELEASE December 16, 2019 at 9.15 P.M. EETThe Board of Directors of Relais Group Plc has in its meeting on December 16, 2019 decided to use the right to purchase the remaining 30 percent of shares in Awimex International AB from HISI Holding AB. The purchase price of the remaining shares to be paid in cash is SEK 22.2 million or EUR 2.1 million. The transaction is estimated to take place on December 20 at the latest. The transaction has no impact on the 2019 financial guidance of Relais Group. The 70 percent majority stake in Awimex was acquired by Relais in 2017.

The 7th Mapping the Course Conference - The Latest Insights and Outlook for Timberlands, Forest Products Markets and Wood Fiber Supply Issues in 2020

We are proud to announce the 7th Annual Conference organized by Wood Resources International and the Western Forestry and Conservation Association on January 23, 2020   The conference will be held at the Heathman Lodge in Vancouver, WA, located close to Portland, Oregon’s airport.Please join us for this one-day conference for in-depth discussions and analysis on forest products market challenges, opportunities, threats and issues in Western North America for 2020 and beyond. Industry experts and analysts from the US and Canada will address topics such as:  · Opportunities and

Reporting of transactions made by persons discharging managerial responsibilities and persons closely associated with them in Nordic Waterproofing Holding A/S’ shares

In accordance with article 19 of Market Abuse Regulation, Nordic Waterproofing Holding A/S, hereby notifies receipt of information of the following transactions in the company's shares made by persons discharging managerial responsibilities and persons closely associated with them.1 Details of the person discharging managerial responsibilities/person closely associated   a) Name: Nudas Veritas AS 2. Reason for the notification a) Position/Status:  Closely associated to Petter Holth, Head of Nordic Waterproofing Norway b) Initial notification/Amendment: Initial notification 3.

FISKARS CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 16.12.2019

Fiskars Corporation NOTIFICATION 16.12.2019 at 18:30 EET/EEST FISKARS CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 16.12.2019   Date 16.12.2019  Exchange transaction Buy  Share class FSKRS  Amount       1,000  Average price/share 11.5409 EURHighest price/share 11.6000 EURLowest price/share 11.5000 EURTotal price 11,540.90 EUR      The shares held by Fiskars Corporation on 16.12.2019:   FSKRS  401,677     On behalf of Fiskars Corporation

United Bankers Corporation: Acquisition of Own Shares 16.12.2019

United Bankers Corporation NOTIFICATION   16.12.2019 at 18:30   UNITED BANKERS CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 16.12.2019 Date 16.12.2019Exchange transaction BuyShare class UNIAVAmount 100Average price/share 9.0000 EURHighest price/share 9.0000 EURLowest price/share 9.0000 EURTotal price 900.00 EUR The shares held by United Bankers Corporation on 16.12.2019: UNIAV 37,701 On behalf of United Bankers CorporationSkandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (Publ)   Antti

Hoist Finance completes largest portfolio investment ever in acquisition of non-performing mortgage portfolio in France

Hoist Finance has acquired a French non-performing mortgage portfolio with more than 3.500 claims and an outstanding balance of approximately EUR 375 million. This is the largest portfolio investment ever for Hoist Finance. The seller is one of the major banks in France and in Europe and a key partner to Hoist Finance. -     This is the first time a non-performing mortgage portfolio of this size is sold in France. This clearly positions Hoist Finance as a leader within this segment in a very promising market, says Fabien Klecha, Country Manager France and Chief Sales Officer. -

QuickCool AB (publ): European High Growth Opportunities Securitization Fund requests conversion of convertible bonds

European High Growth Opportunities Securitization Fund has by notice to the board of directors of QuickCool AB (Publ) ("QuickCool") called upon its right to conversion of convertible bonds previously issued in accordance with the financing solution announced by QuickCool through a press release on 21 June 2018.QuickCool has received notification from European High Growth Opportunities Securitization Fund regarding conversion of convertible bonds into 714 285 shares in QuickCool, corresponding toSEK 500 000 of the convertible loan. The conversion price per share is SEK 0,70. Upon

Össur hf: Transactions in relation to share buyback program

Announcement no. 78/2019 16 December 2019On 26 November 2019, Össur hf. initiated a share buy-back program, see Company announcement no. 72/2019. The purpose of the share buyback program is to reduce the Company's share capital and adjust the capital structure by distributing capital to shareholders in line with the Company's Capital Structure and Dividend Policy. The program will end no later than 11 March 2020. The Company may purchase up to 5,000,000 shares under the program, corresponding to 1.2% of the current share capital. The total consideration for shares purchased under the

#19-1166 Listing of Derivatives at NGM

Information about various derivatives that will be listed at NGM.For more details see attached file. For further information concerning this NGM notice please contact: Listing on +46 8 566 390 20 or at listings@ngm.se. Nordic Growth Market NGM AB About NGMNordic Growth Market NGM AB (NGM) is an authorized stock exchange with operations in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. The exchange is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Boerse Stuttgart, the leading retail exchange in Germany. NGM offers a complete marketplace for exchange traded products and provides a complete platform for

#19-1165 Delisting of certain derivatives from NGM

Certain derivatives will be delisted from NGM.For more details see attached files. For further information concerning this NGM notice please contact: Listing department on +46 8 566 390 20 or at listings@ngm.se Nordic Growth Market NGM AB About NGMNordic Growth Market NGM AB (NGM) is an authorized stock exchange with operations in Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland. The exchange is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Boerse Stuttgart, the leading retail exchange in Germany. NGM offers a complete marketplace for exchange traded products and provides a complete platform for companies

Follicum receives patent grant in the U.S. for stimulation of hair growth using FOL-005

Follicum announced on September 17, 2019 that the Company had received a so-called Notice of Allowance from the US Patent and Trademark Office ("USPTO") regarding the patent application "Novel Compositions and Uses Thereof". Follicum today announces that the patent has now formally been granted by the USPTO. The patent number is US 10,517,932 and the patent is valid until 2032.In this patent family, Follicum already has two granted US patents covering different aspects of FOL-005. Follicum has subsequently submitted a follow-up, so called Continuing Patent Application, which extends and

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