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On Tuesday 17 March 2026, Ferd AS (“Ferd”) announced a successful secondary placement of 11,500,000 shares in Elopak ASA (the “Company”), representing approximately 4.3% of the Company’s share capital and votes, for a total transaction size of NOK 558 million. The transaction was priced at NOK 48.50 per shars, representing a 4.2% discount relative to the closing price on Oslo Stock Exchange on 17 March 2026. Following the transaction, Ferd will retain 107,965,870 shares, corresponding to approximately 40.1% of the Company’s share capital. Ferd has entered into a customary 90-day lock-up agreement for its remaining shareholding and remains committed to being a long-term, significant owner in the Company. ABG Sundal Collier acted as Joint Bookrunner in the transaction, further demonstrating its strong track record in advising on secondary placements and equity capital markets transactions.

On Tuesday 17 March, EcoDC Holding AB (publ) (“EcoDataCenter”) successfully issued subsequent senior unsecured bonds in an aggregate nominal amount of SEK 500 million under the company’s framework of SEK 2,000 million. Following the subsequent bond issue, the total nominal amount outstanding under the bonds will be SEK 1,000 million. Net proceeds from the bond issue will be used for general corporate purposes. The subsequent bonds will be issued at a price of 99.50 per cent. of the nominal amount (excluding accrued interest) and the issuance was initiated by reverse inquiries. EcoDataCenter is the leading Nordic data center platform, offering sustainable data centers in the Nordics, spearheading the industry’s shift towards decarbonization. The company develops, leases and operates data centers at two highly scalable sites in Sweden, Falun and Borlänge. EcoDataCenter is owned by Areim, a Swedish property fund manager, via their dedicated data center fund where EcoDataCenter serves as the exclusive data center exposure.

On 6 March 2026, Formue announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Secure Spectrum. Secure Spectrum is a highly regarded wealth management company serving high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients in Denmark, with approximately NOK 70 billion in assets under management and around 550 clients. The company is widely recognised for its expertise in alternative investments and institutional-quality solutions. Formue is a leading independent wealth manager in the Nordic region, established in 2000 and headquartered in Oslo. The company offers a unique advisory-first holistic approach and a broad range of investment products to high-net-worth individuals, foundations and institutions. The acquisition makes Formue the leading independent player in the Danish wealth management market and supports its strategic ambition to further expand its advisory capabilities and client offering across the Nordics. Following the transaction, Formue will have approximately NOK 250 billion in AUM, around 7,000 clients and a total of 420 employees across Norway, Sweden and Denmark. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval. ABG Sundal Collier acted as exclusive financial advisor to Formue in connection with the transaction.

On Tuesday 3 March 2026, Katjes International successfully completed a tap issue of EUR 15 million under its existing bond framework of EUR 200 million. Net proceeds from the bond issue will be used to partly finance the acquisition of approximately 27% of the shares in Missoni S.p.A. (“Missoni”), a globally renowned Italian luxury brand. Katjes International is a diversified group with a focus on Branded Consumer Goods in Western Europe. The acquisition of Missoni will strengthen the portfolio of Katjes Quiet Luxury, bringing a combination of strong heritage, distinctive design and international reputation in high-quality fashion and homeware. ABG Sundal Collier would like to congratulate Katjes International on the attractive acquisition and the successful tap issue.

On Monday 2 March 2026, Specac International Limited headquartered in Orpington UK (“Specac”) successfully issued an inaugural senior secured bond to partly finance the acquisition of Amax Precision Holdings headquartered in Singapore (“Amax”), refinance debt, and for general corporate purposes. Specac is a leading designer and manufacturer of spectroscopy accessories and scientific sample preparation solutions, in addition to high precision component manufacturing following the acquisition of Amax, serving global OEM clients. ABG Sundal Collier appreciates the opportunity to assist Specac with its inaugural Nordic bond issue.

On 27 February 2026, Norske Skog ASA announced that Norske Skog Saugbrugs has entered into a letter of intent with Green Mountain to jointly explore the development of a data centre at the Saugbrugs industrial site in Halden.

The site has been identified as well suited for large-scale data centre operations, offering the potential to deliver globally attractive digital infrastructure. Earlier this year, Saugbrugs initiated a zoning process to enable data centre activities at the site. The parties will now work closely with the municipality and other relevant stakeholders to advance the project in accordance with applicable regulatory procedures.

In a separate but related transaction, Norsk Nukleær Dekommisjonering (“NND”) will acquire certain properties at the Saugbrugs industrial site through an asset sale. The transaction with NND implies a net consideration of approximately NOK 720 million.

Norske Skog is a producer of packaging paper and publication paper across four mills in Europe. The company is listed on Oslo Stock Exchange with the ticker NSKOG.

Green Mountain designs, builds and operates highly secure, innovative and sustainable data centres in Norway, Germany, and the UK. The data centres are powered by low-cost, 100 per cent renewable power and are world-leading on energy efficiency.

ABG Sundal Collier is acting as exclusive financial adviser to Norske Skog ASA in connection with these processes, further demonstrating our expertise and position in the data centre sector.