SEB's third quarter 2017 result

"It was a solid result in an uneventful and seasonally slower quarter. Large corporate customers took advantage of the attractive capital market for refinancing while financial institutions continued to search for higher yield while the low volatility in the financial markets led to lower customer activity. In Sweden, the housing market has seen some healthy signs of stabilization. In the Baltic countries, both corporate and household lending was higher", says Johan Torgeby, SEB's President and CEO, commenting on the quarterly result. The operating profit for the third quarter 2017 was

Continued progress for Orkla

Orkla's operating profit (EBIT adj.) rose 8% and ended the third quarter of 2017 at NOK 1,267 million. For the Branded Consumer Goods business, operating profit advanced 5%. Orkla's operating revenues increased 5% to NOK 9,858 million. The Branded Consumer Goods business delivered a 4% increase in sales, with organic growth accounting for 1.2%. "It has been a challenging quarter, with continued price increases for key commodities in the EU. We have nonetheless managed to improve our operating profit as a result of both top-line growth and cost savings. For the 14th consecutive quarter,

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Akastor ASA: Akastor and Mitsui seek to expand partnership

Akastor ASA (OSE: AKA), an oil service investment company, announced today that it is in advanced discussions with MITSUI & CO., LTD. ("Mitsui"), a leading Japanese trading and investment company, to further expand their current partnership to include AKOFS Offshore ("AKOFS"). The parties have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding which includes the following main terms (the "Transaction"): · Mitsui, together with potential partners, will invest in AKOFS by purchasing 50% of the shares in the company to form a new 50-50 joint venture  · The Transaction is expected to

Competitiveness from digitalisation: VTT and Hydroline to develop new service business from hydraulic cylinders

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd and Hydroline Oy have joined forces to develop networked, intelligent next-generation hydraulic cylinders. The project enables a transition from a product-centric business model to a new service-based business model to boost competitiveness.  Digitalisation is propelling product development in the manufacturing industry forward at speed. This allows new product and service concepts to be developed faster and more and more profitably.  Finland’s leading hydraulic cylinder manufacturer Hydroline and VTT have joined forces to turn the company’

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Allianz Worldwide Partners Launches New State of the Art “Fusion CORE” Ancillary Revenue Optimization Platform

Allianz Worldwide Partners , a leading provider of travel protection products and services, has launched its third-generation ancillary revenue optimization platform known as Fusion CORE.  The platform uses machine learning and predictive analytics to increase revenue for some of the world’s leading travel suppliers by matching products, pricing, and positioning to customer needs.  Developed by Allianz eCommerce company Fusion, the new CORE platform delivers world-class intelligence and marketing sophistication to partners around the globe.  “We’

Medivir receives FDA Fast Track Designation for MIV-711 for the treatment of OA

Stockholm, Sweden — Medivir AB (Nasdaq Stockholm: MVIR) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Fast Track designation for the company´s product candidate MIV-711, for the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA).The FDA´s Fast Track program is designed to facilitate the development and expedite the review of drugs that are intended to treat serious conditions. In order to receive Fast Track designation, a product must also demonstrate the potential to fill an unmet medical need. The purpose is to get important new drugs to patients earlier. The FDA has

Ossur Hf : Q3 Results 2017

Highlights · Sales in the third quarter of 2017 amounted to USD 139 million, corresponding to 5% growth and 3% organic growth, both measured in local currency. Growth in the quarter was negatively impacted by fewer working days when compared to Q3 2016, adjusted for this the organic growth amounted to 4%. Sales in the first nine months of 2017 amounted to USD 415 million, corresponding to 9% growth and 4% organic growth, both measured in local currency. · Prosthetics grew 5% organically in the quarter but it should be noted that the comparable quarter in Q3 2016 was strong with 11%

Insurers Support Important Auto Safety Legislation in Florida

Tallahassee, Fla. – The Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) today issued the following statement attributed to its regional manager Logan McFaddin regarding its support for Senate Bill 90, by Senator Keith Perry (R-Gainesville). The bill, relating to the Use of Wireless Communications Devices While Driving, was heard in the Senate Communications, Energy & Public Utilities, its first committee of reference. “This is an important step for saving lives on Florida roads. By making texting while driving a primary offense, law enforcement can pull over drivers who are seen

LeoVegas enters into agreement to acquire gaming operator Royal Panda, obtain debt financing of EUR 100 million and adjusts financial targets

LeoVegas AB (publ) ("LeoVegas" or "Company") has, through its wholly owned subsidiary LeoVegas International Ltd, entered into an agreement to acquire all of the shares in the Maltese company Web Investments Limited, whose group holds the Royal Panda trademark ("Royal Panda"). The acquisition is being made for a purchase price of EUR 60 m with a possible earn-out payment of an additional EUR 60 m. Due to the acquisition and in order to act on future acquisition opportunities, the LeoVegas Group has obtained debt financing of EUR 100 million, of which EUR 40 million constitutes a revolving

FL DNT TXT N DRV COALITION Urges Florida Lawmakers to Make Texting While Driving a Primary Offense

AAA Driving Simulator Showcases Manual, Cognitive & Visual Distractions with Use of Wireless Communications Devices While DrivingTallahassee, Fla. – The FL DNT TXT N DRV COALITION, consisting of numerous law enforcement organizations, local governments, and Florida-based businesses and individuals, today called on Florida lawmakers to pass legislation during the 2018 Legislative Session that would make texting while driving a primary offense. “All too often we hear of the tragic stories of families that have been affected by someone who was texting behind the wheel,” said Senator Keith

Halloween Safety Tips to Stay Safe and Protect Your Property

CHICAGO – With the fun and excitement of Halloween right around the corner, it’s easy to forget about the increased potential for property damage this holiday. The Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) has a series of simple steps that every homeowner and driver can take to help make it a safe and claim-free Halloween. 1.Don’t be distracted behind the wheel It is important to be aware of potential hazards that accompany the festivities associated with Halloween. “Use caution when driving around as trick-or-treaters could dart out in front of your vehicle. As it

A1M Pharma initiates collaboration with Swedish CRO partner for clinical studies

Lund October 24, 2017. A1M Pharma has signed an agreement with the Swedish contract research organization Clinical Trials Consultants (CTC) about a collaboration for conducting the company's upcoming phase I/II studies. An initial safety study in healthy volunteers is scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2018.– We are very pleased to initiate a collaboration with Swedish Clinical Trials Consultants for our planned clinical phase I/II studies. The company meets our strict requirements of experience and level of competence, and we expect an efficient collaboration as we are now able to

Board of Directors of Ahlstrom-Munksjö decided on a new long-term share-based incentive plan

AHLSTROM-MUNKSJÖ OYJ, STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE, OCTOBER 24, at 18:30 p.m. CEST Ahlstrom-Munksjö’s Board of Directors has decided to establish a new long-term share-based incentive plan for the key personnel of the company. The aim of the plan is to align the objectives of the company's owners and key personnel to increase the company's value and to commit key personnel to the company through an incentive system based on ownership of Ahlstrom-Munksjö shares. The Board of Directors has, in addition, decided to establish a bridge plan to cover the gap in the long-term incentive plan

ALLIANZ GLOBAL ASSISTANCE NAMED INSURANCE PARTNER OF THE YEAR AT 2017 ENSEMBLE TRAVEL GROUP AWARDS

Allianz Global Assistance USA , a leading provider of travel insurance and travel assistance*, has been named Business Services/Insurance Partner of the Year at the 2017 Ensemble Travel Group Circle of Excellence Gala.  The Gala was held during Ensemble Travel Group’s International Conference in Dallas. “We’re thrilled to be recognized as Insurance Partner of the Year by Ensemble Travel Group,” said Richard Aquino, vice president of Sales at Allianz Global Assistance USA.  “We have been a proud partner of Ensemble Travel Group since 1987 and we are

NPRO: SUCCESSFUL PLACEMENT OF NEW SECURED BONDS

Reference is made to the notification dated 23 October 2017. Norwegian Property ASA has today completed a dual tranche NOK 1,400 m senior secured bond issue. The proceeds will be used for refinancing of existing debt and general corporate purposes. 3Y floating rate note: NOK 400 m priced at 3m NIBOR+1.00% p.a. 5Y floating rate note: NOK 1,000 m priced at 3m NIBOR+1.35% p.a. Nordea and SEB acted as Joint Managers for the issuance. For further information:Ane Grimsmo, Finance Manager, tel +(47) 938 73 885

Passengers can choose from over 200 destinations around the world

New winter timetable set to start at Munich AirportThe weekend ahead will bring another change, besides the annual resetting of clocks to end Daylight Saving Time: It also marks the start of Munich Airport's winter timetable. The new flight schedule will be in effect from Sunday, October 29, 2017 until Saturday, March 24, 2018. During that time, passengers can fly from Munich to 207 destinations in Germany and abroad. Alongside 17 airports in Germany, travelers in Munich can choose from among 136 European cities. In the intercontinental segment, 54 destinations worldwide will be served from

Citycon Oyj: Managers’ Transactions

CITYCON OYJ   Stock exchange release   24 October 2017 at 18:00 hrsPerson subject to the notification requirementname: Gazit-Globe Ltd. (legal person)position: closely associated personPerson discharging managerial responsibilities in issuername: Chaim Katzmanposition: Chairman of the Board of DirectorsIssuer: Citycon Oyj, LEI 549300P8N0P6KDGTJ206Notification type: initial notificationReference number: 549300P8N0P6KDGTJ206_20171023104033_3TransactionDate: 20 October 2017Venue: Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd (XHEL) Nature of the transaction: acquisitionInstrumentshare (CTY1S)

RayStation achives strong presence in Japan market

The RayStation treatment planning system has generated considerable interest in Japan, a major radiation therapy market where advanced techniques are prevalent. RayStation is now well-established in the country and has a strong user base. RaySearch's distributor in Japan received 13 new RayStation orders during the third quarter of 2017.Today, a total of 87 radiation therapy centers in Japan are using RayStation clinically. Of the new orders received, 12 were for photon planning and one was for proton planning. Japan is a major pioneer of proton therapy and RayStation has been selected as

Storebrand ASA: Storebrand acquires Silver's insurance portfolio

Storebrand Livsforsikring AS acquires Silver's insurance portfolio, thus offering, as Norway's leading provider of savings products a good solution for Silver's pension customers. - Storebrand is pleased to use our experience and expertise in order to contribute to a solution for Silver's customers. We welcome Silver's customers to Storebrand, and will do everything we can to make them satisfied with the offer and the follow-up they receive from Storebrand, says CEO Odd Arild Grefstad. Storebrand Livsforsikring AS has signed an agreement to take over Silver's insurance portfolio for