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Improved cancer care through interface between Sectra’s pathology solution and nationwide registry in the Netherlands

Linköping, Sweden  –  International medical imaging IT company Sectra  (STO: SECT B) has announced that an interface has been created between its digital pathology solution and PALGA U-DPS, a pathology laboratory application within the nationwide network and registry of histopathology and cytopathology in the Netherlands. This enables pathologists to work completely digitally when performing primary diagnostics of histology slides. The interface was created as part of a strong cooperation with Deutsche Telekom Healthcare Solutions (Netherlands).“The interface with PALGA U-

Early HPV vaccination provides best protection

The HPV vaccine is most effective against high-grade cervical lesions if given before the age of 17, according to a new register-based study from Karolinska Institutet and the Public Health Agency of Sweden. The results, which are published in the International Journal of Cancer, show that the vaccine is effective at preventing high-grade lesions.There are over 100 strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). They are spread through physical contact, such as via sexual intercourse, and are highly infectious. At some point during our lives, most of us are infected with one or more HPV types,

Tieto takes Volvo Car Retail Solutions to the cloud

Tieto has signed an agreement with Volvo Car Retail Solutions (VCRS) to provide the company with cloud services. The agreement covers the Nordic countries and has a total value of 3,6 MEUR over the next three years.Tieto has delivered capacity services and platform solutions to VCRS since 2007. The new contract extends the cooperation by including cloud services with Tieto Cloud Server together with transformation, implementation and roll out of services. The transformation to cloud supports VCRS’s target to continue modernization of IT operations and improve efficiency. The new solution

ICA Gruppen publishes Annual Report for 2015

ICA Gruppen’s Annual Report for 2015 is now available at www.icagruppen.se.The annual report, which also includes ICA’s sustainability report, is available both in an online version and as a downloadable PDF document. To read or download the annual report in Swedish, go to: http://www.icagruppen.se/arsredovisning-2015 To read or download the annual report in English, go to:http://www.icagruppen.se/en/annual-report-2015 The printed annual report will be available at the company’s head office from 14 March 2016. The printed annual report can be ordered at arsredovisning@ica.se.

Change in the holding of YIT's own shares

YIT CORPORATION              STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE     MARCH 9, 2016 AT 9:00 A.M.Change in the holding of YIT's own shares YIT Corporation has received a return of 2,186 shares free of consideration according to the terms and conditions of YIT's share-based incentive scheme. Originally the shares were conveyed to YIT's key persons in connection with the reward payment from the 2012 earning period under the share-based incentive scheme for 2010-2016. After the return of the shares, YIT held a total of 1,646,767 of its own shares on March 8, 2016. For further information, please

Gunilla Rudebjer to leave Scandic

Gunilla Rudebjer, CFO, has decided to leave Scandic Hotels Group. The process to recruit a successor has begun and Gunilla Rudebjer will remain at Scandic until August 31, 2016.- Gunilla has worked at Scandic since 2009. Her leadership and extensive experience have contributed to the development of the market-leading and strong company that Scandic is today. I wish Gunilla good luck and would like to thank her for the years she contributed to Scandic’s success, says Frank Fiskers, President & CEO of Scandic Hotels Group. Scandic Hotels Group (publ) is required to publish this information

Axel Johnson International acquiring in South Africa

The acquisition of the majority share of South African AQS Liquid Transfer Ltd. marks an important extension of the market reach of Axel Johnson International’s business group AxFlow, one of Europe’s leading providers of pumps and pump expertise for process industries.“The geographic extension of our fluid handling solutions business is a strategic and important one. Axel Johnson International’s investment strategy is focused on leading niche businesses with strong positions and growth ambitions in local markets. The acquisition of AQS, in addition, offers an opportunity to enter

BIRDSTEP TECHNOLOGY ASA: SALE OF BIRDSTEP TECHNOLOGY AB, NEW PARTNERS, PRIVATE PLACEMENT, REPAIR ISSUE AND CONTEMPLATED MERGER

Sale of Birdstep Technology ABBirdstep Technology ASA (“BIRD”) has on 8 March 2016 entered into an agreement to sell its wholly owned subsidiary Birdstep Technology AB (“Birdstep AB”) to Smith Micro Software, Inc. (“Smith Micro”) for USD 2.0 million. The transaction is subject to approval by the shareholders of BIRD at an extraordinary general meeting expected to take place on or about 31 March 2016 (the “EGM”). Partner/cooperation agreements with Smith Micro and Teki Solutions ASConcurrently with the entering into of the agreement for the sale of Birdstep AB, BIRD and Smith Micro

Elisa's 2015 Annual Report, Financial Statements and Corporate Responsibility Report have been released

ELISA STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 9 MARCH 2016 AT 9:00 AM Elisa has released an annual report website, which contains the 2015 Financial Statements with notes, and the Corporate Governance Statement that was released earlier. Financial Statements with notes is released as appendice to this stock exchange release. The annual report website also features a verified GRI G4 Core compliant Corporate Responsibility Report.  The annual report website is available at www.elisa.fi/vuosikertomus  in Finnish and English. It can also be accessed through the company

Boliden publishes its 2015 Annual Report and GRI Report

Boliden’s 2015 Annual Report and GRI Report are now available at www.boliden.com.The Annual Report not only presents the financial results, goals and strategy, but also how Boliden is an important part of the circular economy by providing, refining and recycling the base and precious metals society needs. The Group’s Sustainability Report is integrated with the Annual Report, and describes Boliden’s zero tolerance philosophy for accidents involving individuals and the environment.A printed version of the Annual Report will be available on 23 March and will be distributed to shareholders

Lindab International AB: Lindab delivers another energy efficient building for around 60 MSEK to Catenas concept plant in Varalöv

09 March 2016 Catena subsidiary Queenswall AB now continues the construction of its concept facility for e-commerce logistics in Varalöv, Sweden. In the first phase that already have commenced Lindab supplies a building of 14,000 square meters. Now it is also official that Lindab will deliver a second building of 42,000 square meters. Both of the buildings will use the heating system Tellus, which in combination with Lindab's energy efficient panels and ventilation create a sustainable future regarding the energy consumption. Catena will be able to present buildings with very good

NetEnt becomes associate member of World Lottery Association

NetEnt, a leading provider of digital casino solutions, has become an associate member of the World Lottery Association (WLA), a member-based organization that promotes the interests of state-authorized lotteries around the world.As a supplier of online gaming and systems solutions to the casino industry, including customers such as Lottomatica and state-owned Danske Spil, NetEnt has been approved as an associate member of WLA. The membership could support future growth for NetEnt as a supplier to WLA-members, which is a customer segment of strategic importance to the Company. The World

Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Componenta Corporation

Notice is given to the shareholders of Componenta Corporation to the Annual General Meeting to be held on Friday, 1 April 2016 at 10.00 am at the company’s headquarters in Käpylä in the auditorium of the Sato building at the address Panuntie 4, FI-00610 Helsinki. A. MATTERS ON THE AGENDA OF THE GENERAL MEETING At the General Meeting, the following matters will be considered: 1. Opening of the meeting 2. Calling the meeting to order 3. Election of persons to scrutinize the minutes and to supervise the counting of votes 4. Recording the legality of the meeting 5.

Revenio Group Corporation: Share repurchase 8.3.2016

Revenio Group Corporation, Stock Exchange Announcement, March 9, 2016 SHARE REPURCHASE 8.3.2016 In the Helsinki Stock Exchange Trade date 8.3.2016Bourse trade BuyShare REG1VAmount 650 sharesTotal cost 18,211.44 EURAverage price/share 28.0176 EURHighest price/share 28.19 EURLowest price/share 27.95 EUR Revenio Group Corporation now holds a total of 4,814 shares including the shares repurchased on March 8, 2016. Revenio Group CorporationOlli-Pekka Salovaara         President&CEO

Elisa continues a tender offer for Anvia shares until 15 March 2016

ELISA STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 9 MARCH 2016 8:30 AM Elisa has made a tender offer to all shareholders in Anvia at a price of EUR 2,000 per share. Elisa continues the tender offer that began on 8 February 2016 with same terms until 15 March 2016 at 6:00 pm. Elisa is the biggest shareholder in Anvia. The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority approved in 2015 the transaction in which Elisa gains a control over Anvia. Anvia is the fourth largest teleoperator in Finaland with EUR 131 million revenue in 2015. ELISA CORPORATION Vesa SahivirtaIR Director+358 10 262 3036

Fortum and a group of households participate together in the balancing power market in an virtual power plant experiment first of its kind

FORTUM CORPORATION PRESS RELEASE 9 March 2016Fortum has launched a pilot project in which a pioneering virtual power plant based on demand flexibility will be built together with customers. Fortum willbuild an over 100-kilowatt virtual power plant from an aggregated network ofroughly 70 water heaters located in single family homes. The capacity of thispower plant will be offered to the Finnish national grid company Fingrid tomaintain a continuous power balance in the electricity system.It is Finland’s first – and probably Europe’s first – project in whichhouseholds are

Elena Linares, Master Barber and Serial Entrepreneur, Recognized By “The American Barber” Series for International Women’s Day

CEO and Founder of burlesque barbershop empire reflects on what it means to be a woman in a male-dominated industryIn light of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, Madwood Studios recognizes  Elena Linares, CEO and Founder of RAZZLEDAZZLE Barbershop, for her noteworthy contributions to tonsorial culture. Linares appears on breakthrough series “The American Barber,” which profiles five of the most skilled barbers across the United States. Her inclusion as the only female barber speaks to a larger trend within the industry – a trend that,

Two out of five U.S. infants from low-income families are not vaccinated against rotavirus

Rotavirus (RV) infection is the leading cause of diarrheal disease in young children worldwide, causing more than half a million deaths of children aged <5 years annually, according to the World Health Organization. There are two safe and effective RV vaccines, pentavalent Rotateq (Merck) and monovalent Rotarix (GSK), yet global coverage remains below 20% of children. According to the U.S. immunization schedule, infants should receive two (Rotarix) or three (Rotateq) doses between the ages of 6 weeks and 8 months. However, a study published in Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics suggests

Six Tips for Pairing Beef and Wine

Beef and wine are a classic match; the meaty, complex, rich flavor of Beef pairs well with the equally complex, savory, and rich quality of wine. But how do you decide what wine to serve? Here are six tips to help you pair your Beef selection with a great wine, and perhaps impress your friends and family! 1.       The cut of Beef you choose DOES matter—Certain cuts of Beef like flank steak and chuck are often very flavorful and need a medium red like Merlot or Zinfandel. Cuts from the rib and loin—think tenderloin, strip steak, and prime rib—are best with more sophisticated, complex

Sony Announces New HX80 Compact Camera with 30x Zoom and Electronic Viewfinder

New Model is World’s Smallest Camera with 30x Optical Zoom Lens1 TORONTO – Mar. 8, 2016 – Sony Electronics, a worldwide leader in digital imaging and the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer, has today introduced the newest addition to its compact zoom camera lineup, the DSC-HX80 model. The new camera features a variety of advanced imaging capabilities including 30x optical zoom, a high-resolution 18.2 MP2 Exmor R CMOS Sensor and a retractable OLED Tru-Finder in a class-leading compact body. Along with the DSC-HX90V model, the HX80 camera becomes the only compact high-zoom

Sony Announces Development of New Wireless Lighting Control System at WPPI 2016

TORONTO – Mar. 7, 2016 – Sony Electronics, a worldwide leader in digital imaging and the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer, has today announced plans to release a new wireless lighting control system to meet the growing demands of professional Sony photographers.  Designed for compatibility with its α interchangeable cameras and external flash units, the new lighting system will include the FA-WRC1M wireless radio commander as well as the FA-WRR1 wireless radio receiver.  A prototype of the new system will be on display in Sony’s booth at WPPI 2016.  With a maximum

Filing of Form 20-F with SEC

FILING OF ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 20-F WITH THE US SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION AstraZeneca PLC (the Company) announced today that it filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The document is available for viewing on the SEC website at www.sec.gov and also on the Company's website at www.astrazeneca.com. The Company will send any holder of the Company's securities, upon request, a hard copy of the Company's complete audited financial statements free of charge. Requests may be made by writing to the Company Secretary, AstraZeneca PLC, 2

Exel Composites wins JEC World 2016 Innovation Award

EXEL COMPOSITES PLC      PRESS RELEASE      8 MARCH 2016Exel Composites has won the JEC World 2016 Innovation Award in the Infrastructures category. The winning application is a frangible carbon composite glide path tower (GP tower) for instrumental landing system.  Exel Composites is a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of airport products. Exel products have been installed for over 15 years at more than 600 airports worldwide. The company’s latest innovation, a glide path tower made from carbon fiber, offers extreme stability compared to traditional towers made from glass

Resolutions approved by the 2016 Annual General Shareholders’ Meeting of SAS AB (publ)

The Annual General Shareholders’ Meeting on Tuesday, 8 March 2016, approved the motion put forward by the Nomination Committee regarding the re-election of Fritz H. Schur, Monica Caneman, Carsten Dilling, Lars-Johan Jarnheimer, Dag Mejdell, Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae and Jacob Wallenberg. The Meeting also elected Berit Svendsen as a new Board member. Fritz H. Schur was re-elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors. The Meeting approved the proposal to pay dividends to preference shareholder until the next Annual General Shareholders’ Meeting in the form of a quarterly payment of SEK 12.

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