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Cell model of the brain provides new knowledge on developmental disease

[PRESS RELEASE 2017-09-19] By reprogramming skin cells into nerve cells, researchers at Karolinska Institutet are creating cell models of the human brain. In a new study published in Molecular Psychiatry the researchers describe how cells from patients with the severe developmental disease lissencephaly differ from healthy cells. The method can provide vital new knowledge on difficult-to-study congenital diseases.Lissencephaly is a rare congenital developmental disease that can be caused by, amongst other anomalies, a mutation of the DCX gene. Affected individuals are born with serious

Carl-Peter Thorwid new Head of Cerealia Business Area

Carl-Peter Thorwid, today Group Fresh Bread Lead and Chief Integration Officer Lantmännen Unibake, has been appointed as Head of Cerealia Business Area. He succeeds Krister Zackari who assumes a new position as responsible for further development of Lantmännen's export business within food.Carl-Peter Thorwid joined Lantmännen in 2014, and has successfully managed the integration of Vaasan into Lantmännen Unibake and Lantmännen Cerealia. He has since May 2016 had his current role as Group Fresh Bread Lead and Chief Integration Officer in Lantmännen Unibake, and have among other things worked

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Norway’s largest DSO, Hafslund Nett reinvents smart metering with a Wide Area Mesh network

Hafslund Nett is currently deploying a smart metering system which will cover 700.000 electricity connections in Oslo area by the end of 2018. IDC (International Data Corporation), the global provider of market intelligence has produced a case study of the unique smart metering deployment. The core of the new smart metering solution consists of Aidon’s energy service devices (smart meters), Aidon’s head-end-system for the collection and management of the data from the smart meters, as well as a communication solution for data delivery powered by Wirepas. “Our new smart metering solution

Finland's leading industrial event recognized in the UK

As part of his visit to Finland, Prince Michael of Kent (UK) will visit the Subcontracting Trade Fair in Tampere on Wednesday 27 September together with his business delegation. The purpose of the visit is to promote trade and investments between Finland and the UK. The Subcontracting Trade Fair is Finland's leading industrial event with 1,000 exhibitors each year. Over 100 of the companies come from abroad, representing over 20 countries. The international Subcontracting Trade Fair will be held from 26 to 28 September 2017 at the Tampere Exhibition and Sports Centre.The theme of this year'

Kristian Malm appointed new CFO for PEN Concept Group

Mr Kristian Malm, recently appointed new CFO for PEN Concept Group AB, assumes his position as of 10th October 2017. He is replacing current CFO Mikael Månsson who is about to embark on a new career journey. Kristian has previously served in a similar position within ISG Systems AB, part of the listed corporation Lagercrantz Group (LAGR B, NASDAQ Mid Cap).PEN Concept Group CEO, Mr Johan Burtus, explains:”With Kristian PEN will get a business oriented CFO with years of experience within operations management, business controlling and leadership. He injects experience from financial

Wihlborgs is building in Helsingborg’s new city district

A completely new business district is being developed — Oceanhamnen Waterfront Business District — barely a stone’s throw from Knutpunkten in Helsingborg. This is where Wihlborgs is constructing the spectacular Prisma office building.“Oceanhamnen constitutes an exciting addition to Helsingborg’s development. When we were developing the new office spaces at Knutpunkten, we noted the demand for modern, centrally located offices in Helsingborg with good communication links,” says Jan-Erik Johansson, Property Director at Wihlborgs. “Prisma will be a unique building that reminds one of

Invitation to presentation of MQ Holding’s year-end report 2016/2017

MQ Holding (STO: MQ.ST) will announce its year-end report for the financial year September 2016 – August 2017 on Thursday, October 5, 2017 at 07.15 CET. A presentation of the report will be held on the same day in MQ’s store in Sturegallerian, Stockholm, at 08.30 CET for analysts, investors and media. Christina Ståhl, President and CEO and Tony Siberg, EVP and CFO will present and comment on the report and the latest developments in MQ Holding.The presentation will be held in Swedish. Please register to Christine Abrahamsson, email christine.abrahamsson@mq.se or by telephone +46 (0)

Atlas Copco’s Capital Markets Day, November 14, 2017

Stockholm, Sweden, September 19, 2017: Atlas Copco, a leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions, invites investors, analysts, financial media and other key stakeholders to its annual Capital Markets Day on November 14, 2017, in Stockholm Sweden.The purpose of the Capital Markets Day is to give an update on the strategy and development of the Atlas Copco Group and its worldwide operations. This time the Capital Markets Day will be held close to Atlas Copco's Group Center in Sickla / Stockholm, Sweden. The day will give participants a more in-depth understanding of the activities

CST Global receives a £202k research grant for the MacV, quantum atomic clock research project

Sivers IMA Holdings AB confirms that their wholly-owned subsidiary CST Global, UK’s leading, independent, III-V opto-electronic, semiconductor foundry is a participant member of the ‘VCSELs for miniature atomic clocks’ (MacV), government-funded, research project, receiving a grant of £202,056.CST Global is producing a single mode VCSEL as part of the development of a commercially viable, mass produced, coherent population trapping (CPT) – based, miniature quantum atomic clock. The MacV atomic clock measures the vibration of a Caesium ion, which is very stable when excited by light, making

VTT has developed a device for measuring inflammation value at home, for use by consumers and professionals

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland has developed a portable device for measuring inflammation levels quickly in home environment.“The device is intended for healthcare professionals or patients themselves at home. It is about the same size as a blood pressure monitor,” says Marika Kurkinen, project manager from VTT.CRP or C-reactive protein is an inflammation marker. CRP concentration rises fairly rapidly in blood during bacterial infections. The doctor may order CRP measurements in case he or she is suspecting an inflammation as the cause of the patient’s symptoms. CRP

ASSA ABLOY acquires Mercury Security in the U.S.

ASSA ABLOY has signed an agreement to acquire Mercury Security, a leading OEM supplier of controllers for physical access control. "Mercury Security is a strategic technological addition to the ASSA ABLOY Group. The company reinforces our current offering, where Mercury Security considerably enhances the Group´s position within physical access control and will provide complementary growth opportunities,” says Johan Molin, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. “The acquisition of Mercury Security will advance HID‘s global leadership in the physical access control industry, adding Mercury

Knorr-Bremse withdraws its Offer for Haldex and terminates merger clearance process

This announcement is not an offer, whether directly or indirectly, in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand or South Africa or in any other jurisdictions where such offer pursuant to legislation and regulations in such relevant jurisdictions would be prohibited by applicable law. Shareholders not resident in Sweden who wish to accept the Offer (as defined below) must make inquiries concerning applicable legislation and possible tax consequences. Shareholders should refer to the offer restrictions included in the section titled “Important notice” at the end of this announcement and

Skanska invests EUR 27M, about SEK 260M, in a new office project in Prague, Czech Republic

Skanska invests EUR 27M, about SEK 260M in the office project Praga Studios in Prague, Czech Republic. The seven-floor building will offer a total leasable area of about 12,000 square meters.Praga Studios is located in Karlín, a dynamically developing district of Prague. It will not only be a modern business center, but also offer the public a venue for various cultural and social events. In addition to office spaces, the building will include a spacious, publicly accessible atrium. Praga Studios is expected to receive LEED Platinum and WELL certifications. LEED (Leadership in Energy &

Nitro Games launches Medals of War!

Nitro Games, a leading Finnish developer and publisher of mobile games, announced it has launched it’s latest game “Medals of War”. The game is now available on Apple iTunes App Store in 77 countries. "We’re proud to have Medals of War available for players now on App Store. This is the first release from our new portfolio and our first big self-published game. Therefore, this is a special and important moment for us.”  says Jussi Tähtinen, CEO and Co-Founder, Nitro Games Oyj. This launch follows Nitro Games’ strategy where the company is self-publishing it’s games in the

Kindred Group supports Gambling Therapy App

Kindred Group funds the development of a free Gambling Therapy app as part of the Group’s commitment to a safe and secure gambling environment for its customers. The app will be released in the four Nordic languages.Gambling Therapy, part of the Gordon Moody Association, has released a free gambling therapy app targeted at problem gamblers. The app provides information about problem gambling, therapeutic exercises and support for people who are struggling with their gambling patterns. Kindred Group will be supporting Gambling Therapy financially to allow full development of the app.

Stora Enso has completed the divestment of Bulleh Shah Packaging in Pakistan

STORA ENSO OYJ INVESTOR NEWS 19 September 2017 at 9.00 EESTStora Enso has completed the divestment announced on 26 July 2017 of its 35% holding in the equity accounted investment Bulleh Shah Packaging (Private) Ltd. in Pakistan to the main owner Packages Ltd. The total cash consideration for the divestment of the shares is EUR 6 million. The loss on disposal amounts in total to approximately EUR 19 million and it will be recorded as an item affecting comparability in Stora Enso’s third quarter 2017 results.With this transaction, Packages Ltd. achieves full ownership of Bulleh Shah

Vattenfall joins EV100 to push for the transition to electric vehicles

The international Climate Week starts today in New York. Vattenfall is one of ten international companies that join forces in an initiative called EV100 to push for the transition to electric vehicles.The EV100 initiative aims to make electric vehicles "the new normal" under the support of the global non-profit organization The Climate Group. Magnus Hall, Vattenfall’s president and CEO says:“Vattenfall delivers solutions for sustainable and climate smarter living for customers and citizens. Climate change is one of our biggest challenges so we are very happy to join the EV100

Orkla ASA: Mandatory notification of trade - Shares for employees 2017

Employees in 21 countries have been offered the opportunity to buy Orkla shares at a discount, for the amount of NOK 1 000, NOK 4 000, NOK 12 000, NOK 20 000, NOK 28 000, NOK 40 000 or NOK 50 000. The purchase price will be set at Orkla's closing price on 22 September 2017, minus 30% discount. The offer is valid from 18 - 22 September 2017. This programme was introduced in 1999. Please see the attachment for an overview of the primary insiders who have ordered shares in Orkla on 18 September 2017. The purchase price and the number of shares acquired by the primary insiders, as well

Restamax Plc: FLAGGING NOTIFICATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 9, SECTION 10 OF THE FINNISH SECURITIES MARKETS ACT

Restamax PlcSTOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 19 September 2017 at 9:00 FLAGGING NOTIFICATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 9, SECTION 10 OF THE FINNISH SECURITIES MARKETS ACTRestamax Plc (Business ID 1952494-7) has on 18 September 2017 received from Evli Bank Plc (Business ID: 0533755-0) a notification of major shareholding under Section 9(5) of the Securities Markets Act, according to which the total holding in Restamax Plc's shares of Evli Bank Plc and the funds it manages has increased above the 5 per cent limit of Restamax Plc's share capital and number of votes on 15 September 2017. The

Fabege lett 16,500 sqm to Swedbank in Sundbyberg

Swedbank is collocating large parts of its functions at Grand Central Sundbyberg. The green lease relates to approximately 16,500 sqm and extends for a period of ten years. The move is expected to take place by the end 2018. This lease means that the entire office section of the building is now fully let.Grand Central Sundbyberg is a new landmark in Sundbyberg city center. Its contemporary new design, featuring a new facade, expansive atriums, a roof terrace and open office layout, was the work of BAU Arkitekter. The building will also house an entrance to the commuter, underground and

ASETEK - Share Capital Increase upon Exercise of Warrants

Reference is made to warrants issued by Asetek A/S, Danish central business register (CVR) no. 34880522 (the "Company"), pursuant to corporate resolutions adopted on October 8, 2013, August 12, 2014, August 11, 2015, April 28, 2016 and April 25, 2017 respectively. Pursuant to the applicable warrant terms, the warrants are exercisable in exercise windows open in a four weeks period running from the Company's preliminary announcement of its financial statements or publication of its interim financial report however no later than 7 years after the Subscription Date as specified in the

Graphene and other carbon nanomaterials can replace scarce metals

Scarce metals are found in a wide range of everyday objects around us. They are complicated to extract, difficult to recycle and so rare that several of them have become “conflict minerals” which can promote conflicts and oppression. A survey at Chalmers University of Technology now shows that there are potential technology-based solutions that can replace many of the metals with carbon nanomaterials, such as graphene. They can be found in your computer, in your mobile phone, in almost all other electronic equipment and in many of the plastics around you. Society is highly dependent on

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